Visiting Assistant Professor of Business Economics

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The Department of Decision Sciences and Economics at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) invites applications for a full-time 9-month non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor of Business Economics beginning Fall 2026. We seek a forward-thinking scholar to play a pivotal role in the strategic launch of our new interdisciplinary Artificial Intelligence curriculum. The successful candidate will bridge economic theory with applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) integrating predictive machine learning and Generative AI systems with econometrics and data analytics. This position will be located at the Corpus Christi campus.

We seek a scholar who has obtained a doctoral degree in Economics Data Analytics or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) institution. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to teaching and research addition to teaching core courses in Economics the candidate will be instrumental in teaching and shaping new curriculum including courses covering Applied Machine Learning for Business AI Strategy and Generative AI prototyping. This position features primary teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate and graduate levels and may require a combination of in-person online and HyFlex courses.

Accredited in both business and accounting by AACSB International the TAMU-CC College of Business serves a vibrant student body on the Corpus Christi Island Campus the RELLIS Campus (Brazos Valley) and online. The College values of innovation integrity and collaboration provide an attractive environment for faculty from a variety of backgrounds. Please visit more information about the College and the University.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation renowned faculty and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus nearby natural wetlands a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses bridging Economics Data Analytics and Applied AI.

• Co-lead the implementation of new AI-focused curriculum guiding students through practical applications such as predictive modeling AI workflow automation and Minimum Viable Product (MVP) prototyping.

• Continue to conduct high quality research in the field.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Economics Data Analytics or a closely related field from an AACSB-accredited (or equivalent) institution.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the principles level and in upper-level economics courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in teaching Machine Learning and Data Analytics.

• Experience teaching online and HyFlex courses

• Experience teaching graduate courses

TO APPLY: required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position

A completed application will include:

• Cover letter outlining qualifications and specific interest in integrating AI with Economics and Business Analytics.

• Curriculum vitae.

• Research portfolio.

• A statement of teaching philosophy.

• Evidence of teaching excellence.

• Three professional references including name address title telephone number and email addresses.

• Unofficial copies of transcripts of graduate coursework.

Up to $13333.34 Approx. Monthly (Up to $120000 Approximately annual)

Application deadline: Sunday June 7th 2026

Position start date: Fall 2026

For questions about the position contact Dr. Ahmed Kamara Department Chair Decision Sciences and Economics Department at

NOTE: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27 2026.

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