Assistant Professor

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us! 

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Position Overview

The Department of Information Systems & Supply Chain Management (ISSCM) at Howard University’s AACSB‑accredited School of Business invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant or Associate Professor in Business Analytics. We seek a scholar‑educator who will advance an impactful research agenda and deliver excellent teaching in analytics across undergraduate and graduate programs.

Responsibilities

• Research: Develop and sustain a high‑quality, peer‑reviewed research program in analytics or closely related quantitative fields; pursue external funding where appropriate; engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary work.

• Teaching: Teach courses in areas such as business analytics, data mining, machine learning, statistical modeling, optimization/operations research, time series, computational statistics, and data visualization. Contribute at the undergraduate and MBA levels, support online/hybrid modalities, and participate in curriculum innovation.

• Service & Mentorship: Advise and mentor a diverse student body; supervise student projects; contribute to department, school, and university service; help strengthen industry and community engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or ABD with near‑term completion) in Business Analytics, Decision Sciences, Management Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Computer/Data Science, Information Systems, or a closely related quantitative field by the start date.

• Evidence of (Assistant) or record of (Associate) scholarly achievement, including publications or a strong pipeline in high‑quality outlets.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research expertise in one or more of: Applied Statistics, Probabilistic/Bayesian Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Stochastic Processes, Stochastic Optimization, AI/ML for Business.

• Teaching experience in: time series, data mining, computational statistics, business intelligence, managerial statistics, analytics programming (e.g., Python/R), and data visualization.

• Evidence of online/hybrid teaching effectiveness and/or adult learner pedagogy.

• Industry or consulting experience in analytics and demonstrated ability to build practitioner partnerships.

• Potential/track record for external funding and student supervision.

Rank, Salary, and Support

Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and qualifications. Howard University provides a supportive environment for scholarship and teaching in a mission‑driven, research‑active, and community‑engaged setting.

About Howard University & ISSCM

Salary Range: $110,000-$125,000

Founded in 1867 and recognized as the nation’s premier HBCU, Howard University is located in Washington, DC. The School of Business (est. 1970) is AACSB‑accredited. The ISSCM Department serves robust undergraduate majors in Information Systems and Supply Chain Management and supports the MBA with a long‑standing SCM concentration.

Application Instructions

• Please apply online:

• 1) Cover letter (briefly addressing fit with responsibilities and qualifications).

• 2) Curriculum vitae.

• 3) Research statement and up to three representative papers (published or working).

• 4) Teaching statement, sample syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., summaries of evaluations).

• 5) Names and contact information for three references (indicate in your letter whether the committee may contact references during the review stage).

Inquiries

Questions may be directed to the Department Chair, Dr. Efosa C. Idemudia, at [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity & Commitment to Diversity

Howard University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We strongly encourage applications from scholars who will enhance the diversity of our faculty and are committed to inclusive excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Department of Information Systems & Supply Chain Management  |  Howard University School of Business  |  Washington, DC Web: business.howard.edu

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