Labovitz School of Business and Economics

Prospectus

Faculty Position in
Business Analytics/Management Information Systems/Production and Operations Management

POSITION OVERVIEW

Full-Time, 9-month, non-tenure track position in the Department of Management Studies in the area of Business Analytics/ Management Information Systems/Production and Operations Management.

Review of complete applications will begin on February 28, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Appointment begins August 18, 2025; classes begin August 25, 2025.

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Responsibilities

The Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE) at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track, term faculty position in the area of combined Business Analytics/Management Information Systems/Production and Operations Management (BA/MIS/POM) at the Instructor/Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2025. The individual hired for this position will have responsibilities in teaching and service. The individual will teach undergraduate core and elective courses in BA/MIS/POM. Graduate courses may be assigned to candidates with ABD or doctoral qualifications. The teaching load is based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Regents and the faculty union (UEA) and is currently eight sections (24 credits) per academic year. Typically, classes in LSBE are held in person. This position will also be responsible for advising undergraduate students, working with a student organization and is expected to engage in service activities with colleagues, the department, school, campus, community and professional organizations. Though no research expectations are associated with this position, funding is available for those interested in conducting scholarly research and for professional development. We are a place-based institution and expect faculty to be present on campus and engage in person in the life of the school.

The candidate must maintain eligibility to work in the US. This position does not sponsor work visa application through the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Five or more years of high level and relevant corporate work experience.
Combined background in teaching Business Analytics/Management Information Systems/Production and Operations Management at the college level to a diverse group of students.
Active engagement with the business community.
Proven track record to fulfill service responsibilities to students, colleagues, the department, school, campus, community and professional organizations.
Proven track record of using a variety of teaching methods in a classroom.
Proven dedication to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have a Master’s degree (MBA or another equivalent graduate degree, including ABD status) with a curricular emphasis in Business Analytics/Management Information Systems/Production and Operations Management (BA/MIS/POM), or closely related area such as Supply Chain Management or Data Science, from a major accredited national or international university.
If the applicant has a Master’s degree and is not ABD or Ph.D., they must have relevant and significant work experience that demonstrates active involvement in their discipline since the time of the Master’s degree completion.
Effective communication skills.
Applicants must have experience teaching at least one university-level course as instructor or teaching assistant. Significant experience in either training or public speaking within an organized setting can substitute for teaching experience.
Applicants must submit a CV about their full-time work experience and engagement in professional activities (e.g., attending business/professional events, participation in professional development activities, service on boards, or continuing education, etc.) to determine their eligibility to teach in the school’s accredited programs. Eligibility is met by achieving the minimum conditions for one of the four 2020 AACSB faculty qualifications [Scholarly Academic (SA), Practice Academic (PA), Scholarly Practitioner (SP), or Instructional Practitioner (IP)] as defined by LSBE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GbNhdtIcaSZdmaeTlW8DnjcnnFJ7Hlu9/view

Teaching, Research, Service

Tenure-track faculty currently have a 3-2 load (15 credits per year)

Generally, faculty are assigned to one Tu/Th semester and one M/W/F semester
Normal, expected teaching is on-site
Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology

Research Support

Research Incentive Plan for publications up to $3,000 per year
Dean’s Travel Grants of up to $2,000 per year
Department support (varies ~$500 per year)
LSBE Faculty Grant Program of up to $1,000 per semester
Entrepreneurship Project Grants of up to $2,000 per year
UM Grant-in-Aid program of large research grants for junior faculty

Service Expectations

All faculty serve on one LSBE Committee
All faculty are expected to advise students
Faculty may be assigned to be an advisor for a relevant student club

Benefits

The University offers generous medical and dental benefits. They pay over 80% of the cost of coverage for employees and their families.
Retirement benefits include a mandatory 401(a) plan as well as an optional retirement plan and Section 457 deferred compensation plan.
- - For the mandatory plan, employees contribute 5.5% of salary and the University contributes 10%.
Faculty have access to UM system-wide grants such as the Grant-in-Aid, which gives preference to junior faculty in establishing their research programs.
The Wellness program offers incentives for employees to lead healthy lives.
Life and disability insurance plans are offered.

Visit the UM system Benefits Website for more information.

ABOUt lSBE AND Duluth, Minnesota

The Labovitz School of Business and Economics (LSBE) is AACSB-International accredited and housed in a state-of-the-art building. Approximately 1,700 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in the school’s programs. There are 50+ full-time faculty members in four academic departments: Accounting and Finance, Economics and Health Care Management, Management Studies, and Marketing. The School offers a Bachelor of Accounting, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and MBA degrees. Regional outreach is accomplished primarily through the Bureau of Business and Economic Research activities. Additional information about the School and its programs can be found on LSBE’s website at lsbe.d.umn.edu.

Duluth, with a population of approximately 85,000 people, is located at the head of beautiful Lake Superior. As a major shipping port, over 1,000 vessels from around the world pass under its iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, annually. As a popular tourist destination, Duluth is visited by 6.5 million people annually, accounting for a $950 million economic impact. Duluth is also the hub for healthcare with two of the largest healthcare systems in Northern Minnesota and is home to a thriving aviation industry. More information about Duluth can be found at www.visitduluth.com.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position, external applicants please visit https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/366573 and internal applicants please visit https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/int/366573

Applicants must upload required documents as attachments in the employment system to fully complete an application:

Cover letter
Current curriculum vitae
Graduate transcripts (official or unofficial)
A statement describing what you have done to support a diverse community
Teaching evaluations completed by students are encouraged when available

Incomplete applications with missing required documents (i.e. 1, 2, 3, and 4) may not be reviewed.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the University of Minnesota Office of Human Resources (OHR) at 612-624-8647.

Smoking, chewing tobacco and using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on all UMD property, including indoor facilities, campus grounds, and University vehicles.

If you have started receiving retirement annuity payments from the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) or Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) your eligibility for this position may be impacted. Please contact UM Benefits at 1-800-756-2363 for any eligibility limitations.

The Screening Committee expects to begin its review of complete applications on February 28, 2025 and this position will remain open until filled.

Xin Liang, Chair-Screening Committee

Department of Management Studies, Labovitz School of Business and Economics

385 LSBE, 1318 Kirby Drive

Duluth, MN 55812

Phone: 218-726-6962; Fax: 218-726-7578

Email: xliang@d.umn.edu

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successfully completing a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States at the University of Minnesota-Duluth by the start date. Final candidates may be asked to provide additional information. This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

University of Minnesota Duluth’s Equal Opportunity Statement

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.

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