Assistant Professor

Location:

4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620, United States. Salary:
Commensurate with experience. Posting Date: 12/17/2025. Final date to receive applications: 03/02/2026. Degree Level: Doctorate.

The School of Information Systems (SIS) in the Muma College of Business at the University of South Florida (USF) is recruiting one or two tenure‑track faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026. The positions will be located on the Tampa campus and will participate fully as part of the vibrant SIS team across the three campuses of USF (Tampa, St. Petersburg,

Sarasota‑Manatee). The hired faculty members will conduct high‑quality research, write grant proposals, teach in undergraduate, masters, and/or doctoral SIS programs, and engage with the business community. Responsibilities also include service activities that support USF, the Muma College of Business, and the broader Tampa Bay communities.

The candidate will have research and teaching responsibilities primarily in information systems with a focus on business applications of AI. The candidate will also engage in service activities that support the mission of the Muma College of Business and the Tampa Bay community.

• Minimum Qualification:
  
  A PhD in Information Systems or a related discipline from a top University (AAU or equivalent). Candidates who will successfully complete all requirements for their doctorate degree by July 2026 may also apply.
• Preference for candidates who can teach cutting‑edge courses related to business application of AI in undergraduate, master’s, and/or PhD programs; have research publications accepted or in late‑stage review in premier journals such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, or similar journals; have interdisciplinary research agendas; and are able to collaborate and communicate effectively with business audiences in Florida and beyond.

• A record of research publication(s) accepted or in late‑stage review in premier journals such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, or similar journals, commensurate with experience.
• Ability to design and teach new courses for the bachelor’s, master’s, and/or doctoral programs in business applications of AI and analytics.
• Interest and ability to build collaborative relationships with businesses, conduct research relevant to business, and communicate effectively with business audiences.
• Interest and ability to participate in interdisciplinary research projects across University colleges.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Inquiries about the position can be made to Dr. Anol Bhattacherjee, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, e‑mail: abhatt. For ADA accommodations, please contact Florine Lazard at flazard, at least five working days prior to need.

Sources: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx