Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Information Technology Information Technology and Supply Chain Management

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The Department of Information Technology and Supply Chain Management in the College of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater anticipates a tenure-track faculty position in the Information Technology or Cybersecurity area beginning August 2026. Candidates at the Associate or Professor level must have the academic credentials to qualify for these positions including active scholarship service and a strong teaching record. This full-time position is responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses research and service to the university and community. Research expertise should complement existing faculty expertise.

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The successful candidates will be able to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses as part of the Master of Science in Cybersecurity - Cyber Resilience Emphasis (course listings) and the Information Technology - Cybersecurity and Networking Emphasis Bachelor of Business Administration degree programs (course listings). The candidates will also be expected to pursue an active research agenda that engages undergraduate and graduate students results in publications and contributes to advancing the department university profession and society. The candidates will also be expected to participate in service activities and embrace inclusion as university community members.

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Full-time teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses. Research expectations include peer-reviewed journal articles case studies books book chapters and other intellectual contributions defined in the CoBE Faculty addition faculty members serve as advisors/mentors to students and are encouraged to engage students in undergraduate research or other scholarly and creative activities. Service responsibilities include committee service at the departmental college and university levels as well as participation in community organizations as relevant to the candidates expertise and interest. Faculty at UW-W may be required to teach online and/or in a hybrid format or courses in the evenings or on weekends. Faculty may also elect to teach New Student Seminars or University Learning Communities or participate in other programs geared towards improving student success.

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Department:

The Department of Information Technology and Supply Chain Management is one of the seven departments in the College of Business and Economics. There are 20 full-time faculty and staff members supporting nearly 400 undergraduate majors and minors with emphases in logistics analytics project management global sourcing business analysis cybersecurity & networking and business analytics. A new NetLab Cyber Range has been established to augment the experiential learning with hands-on Cybersecurity and networking lab exercises.

The College of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is Wisconsins largest AACSB-accredited business school. The College enrolls over 4000 business undergraduate students offering 15 majors and 26 emphases. Nearly 1000 graduate students are enrolled in a breadth of online and on-campus programs including the Masters of Business Administration Master of Science in Cybersecurity Master of Science in Data Analytics Master of Science in Environmental Health and Safety Master of Science in Finance Master of Science in Marketing Master of Science in Education in School Business Management Master of Science in Applied Biotechnology and the Doctorate of Business Administration.

Compensation:

The minimum starting salary for this position will be $110000 candidates can expect a salary commensurate with the candidates education related experience and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW Systems comprehensive benefit package review the UW SystemEmployee Benefits Brochure.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or other terminal degree in information technology or related disciplines such as management information systems cybersecurity and computer information systems from an AACSB-accredited institution or its equivalent.

• ABD candidates may apply but must have their degree completed by the contract start date in August 2026; if not they will be hired on a one-year contract with the understanding that their degree will be completed before January 2027 in advance of their first scheduled review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of prior teaching experiences at the post-secondary level in computer networking and cybersecurity topics.

• Obtained relevant industry certifications including but not limited to Network Security CEH CISSP and SANS GIAC etc.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching with an emphasis on promoting students success clear evidence of scholarly potential commitment to working with diverse populations and serving as an active university community member. Salary is commensurate with academic preparation and experience.

• Willingness and ability to actively follow applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

• Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

How to Apply:

Complete applications received by November 13 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The position will remain open until filled. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Onlycompleteapplication packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:

• Cover letter/letter of interest

• Curriculum Vitae

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. list of courses taught teaching evaluations)

• Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be solicited at a later time)

• Copies of unofficial graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if offered the position)

Contact Information:

For questions regarding these positions please contact:

Dr. Balaji Sankaranarayanan

Search Committee Chair

Information Technology and Supply Chain Management

University of Wisconsin Whitewater

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CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the universitys 11500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs online and in person from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability inclusion and career development UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit supporting the universitys arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewaters campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee Madison and Chicago offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville a town of 60000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsins Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus Universities of Wisconsin ().

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept response to a public records request the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19 University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked prior to hire whether they have been found to have engaged in are currently under investigation for or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at .

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.