Visiting Assistant Professor, Business, Dahlkemper School of Business

Gannon University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Erie, PENNSYLVANIA
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Position Title Visiting Assistant Professor, Business, Dahlkemper School of Business
Posting Number F192P
Division School of Business
Department Col. of Engineering & Business
Location Erie, Pa
Position Summary
Gannon University is committed to excellence in student-centered learning with an emphasis on student-learning outcomes. The faculty work collaboratively with colleagues; deliver instruction; advise students; engage in scholarly activities in keeping with the Boyer Model of Scholarship as is appropriate to the application and receipt of tenure and promotion at Gannon; and engage in professional, University, and community service activities. Must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.
This position is for a 2-year renewable teaching track or visiting assistant professor faculty in the MBA in Business Analytics program. The position will begin August 2024 and extends until May, 2026. Successful candidates will teach graduate courses for the MBA in Business Analytics and undergraduate courses as needed in the discipline area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The functions below are detailed in the faculty handbook in Volume IV of the Institutional Policy Manual.
  • Teach 24-27 credit hours in the academic year or as otherwise specified by the faculty member’s appointment notice; student course evaluations are to be completed in each course. Faculty are expected to employ sound pedagogical practices and to use technology as appropriate, including the University’s learning management system. Faculty shall assist with course revisions and curriculum development as needed.
  • Achieve appropriate student-learning outcomes in all courses taught.
  • Participate in service to the University, the community and to their profession. Attend convocations, commencement exercises and community meetings.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development.
  • Assist, advise and mentor students enrolled in the University if required by the Program.
  • Fulfill the essential duties and responsibilities of a faculty member as described in Volume IV of the Gannon University Institutional Policy Manual which contains the approved policies and procedures of the University concerning the terms and conditions of faculty employment at the University.


    • CONTACT WITH OTHERS
    Internal: Work collaboratively and strategically with colleagues (administrators, faculty and staff) and students.
    External: Work collaboratively and strategically with local and regional partners. Support efforts towards recruitment and marketing. Faculty interact with parents/family and students. Interactions with potential supporters of scholarship.
    Required Qualifications
    Education: A doctoral degree from an accredited institution in business administration, business computer information systems, business/data analytics, or a closely related field. This position requires proficiency with advanced features of Excel, Tableau, PowerBI, and the ability to apply analytic techniques to discipline specific areas. Other technologies related to the candidate’s discipline will be required. Statistics, predictive analytics, SQL and Python skills are desired. Candidates expecting to complete their dissertation by August 2024 will be considered. Previous academic experience is preferred.
    Rank: In accordance with the University’s standards, the Provost awards initial rank at the time of employment.
    Licenses and Certifications: Relevant certifications in business analytics are preferred but not required.
    University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its strong liberal arts foundation that supports exemplary professional education programs.
    Preferred Qualifications
    Physical Demands
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with a busy academic environment.
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    Work is performed in a busy classroom and office setting.
    Tenure Status Temporary
    Position Type Regular Faculty
    Employment Status Full-Time
    Position Length 9M
    Credits Per Year 24-27

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