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Are you passionate about advancing artificial intelligence and its practical applications? Do you want to collaborate with renowned researchers, inspire future leaders, and contribute to groundbreaking AI innovations? The Management Information Systems (MIS) Department at San Diego State University (SDSU) invites you to join our vibrant academic community as an Assistant Professor of Applied Artificial Intelligence!
This tenure-track position starts in August 2025, with a competitive salary ranging from $142,000 to $148,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Why Join SDSU?
At SDSU, innovation meets impact. Our James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) drives cutting-edge research in AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity while fostering collaborations across disciplines. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, SDSU provides a welcoming environment where your ideas will flourish and your contributions will matter.
What You’ll Do
As a faculty member, you will:
- Teach & Inspire: Design and deliver engaging courses in Applied Artificial Intelligence for undergraduate and graduate students.
- Lead Innovative Research: Conduct impactful research in AI and machine learning, publish in top-tier journals, and pursue grant-funded opportunities.
- Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work alongside MIS faculty and researchers in areas like data science, cybersecurity, and AI-driven mental healthcare.
- Mentor the Next Generation: Support and guide diverse students, helping them achieve academic and professional success.
What We’re Looking For
We seek candidates with:
- Academic Excellence: A doctoral degree in Information Systems or a related field by August 2025.
- Research Expertise: Strong potential for high-quality, impactful research in AI/machine learning; grant-funded research experience is highly desirable.
- Teaching Passion: Demonstrated ability or strong potential for teaching excellence in Applied Artificial Intelligence.
- Diversity Commitment: A dedication to working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and meeting at least two of the Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria (see below).
What Sets SDSU Apart?
- World-Class Research Hub: The MIS Department’s AI Center is a recognized leader in transformative research projects on social robots, AI models, cybersecurity, and augmented reality.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a multidisciplinary team publishing in top journals such as MISQ, JMIS, and IEEE Transactions.
- Commitment to Diversity: Join a campus where over 36,000 students thrive in a culture of equity, inclusion, and innovation.
- Robust Academic Programs: Teach in a college with programs like the MS in Information Systems, MBA Specializations in Information Systems, and BS in Business Administration – Information Systems Major.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive range of $142,000 to $148,000, with potential for higher compensation based on qualifications.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy SDSU’s rich benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development support.
- San Diego Lifestyle: Work in America’s finest city, blending a thriving urban environment with stunning natural beauty.
How to Apply
To apply, submit the following:
- Letter of Interest
- Diversity Statement: Address how you meet at least two Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria (e.g., mentoring underrepresented students, researching diversity-related topics).
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement: Include evidence of teaching effectiveness.
- References: Contact information for three or more references.
Apply by November 10, 2024, for full consideration. Preliminary interviews will be held in November.
Contact Information
Dr. Bongsik Shin, Department Chair
Management Information Systems, Fowler College of Business
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA 92182-8234
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