Tenure-Track, Rank Open Faculty; Data Analytics

The Department of Finance, Economics, & Data Analytics in the College of Business & Technology at the University of North Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Data Analytics, beginning in Fall of 2022. The review of candidates will focus on their research productivity/potential and teaching effectiveness/potential. Expertise in advanced regression, time-series, and data mining/data science is preferred. The successful candidate will have a willingness to work with students from diverse backgrounds in the classroom and in experiential learning opportunities. Candidates are expected to demonstrate research necessary for the college to meet current AACSB International accreditation standards. Salaries are competitive with other AACSB-accredited institutions, and the review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Responsibilities include teaching in-class and online undergraduate and graduate courses, and serving on dissertation committees as needed. Experience using Canvas, Blackboard, or other comparable learning management platforms is preferred. Minimum qualifications include: Doctorate in Statistics, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution is required; ABD status applicants will be accepted, provided evidence of status and dissertation defense schedule indicates doctoral completion within six months; Preference will be given to candidates with a completed doctorate in Statistics/Data Analytics or Economics from an accredited institution; Expertise in advanced regression, time-series, and data mining/data science is preferred.

To apply for this position, please visit our Online Employment System at http://jobs.una.edu/postings/6189. Applications will only be accepted via this system. Please be prepared to upload the following at the time of application: cover letter, resume/CV, reference list with contact information for at least three professional/academic references, and a one-page diversity statement. Information regarding the diversity statement may be found here.  

Transcripts are also required, but may be submitted at a later date. Electronic copies, if available, of unofficial transcripts may be attached under the attachment headings of Unofficial Transcript 1, Unofficial Transcript 2, etc. If electronic copies are unavailable, hard copies of unofficial or official transcripts must be sent to Human Resources at UNA Box 5043, Florence, AL 35632 or brought to 601 Cramer Way, Room 226. Official transcripts must be sent directly to HR from the issuing school to be considered official. Transcripts with a designation of “Issued to Student”, or with the student name listed as the recipient, will not be considered official. Official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate but unofficial copies will be accepted for the application process. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256-765-4291.

We welcome applicants who are committed to working at a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion for faculty, staff, and students. UNA is a smoke-free campus. We welcome applicants who are committed to working at a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion for faculty, staff, and students.