Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Information Systems (1 year)

<p>Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the <b>Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Information Systems (one year) </b>position. Eastern is Connecticut’s Public Liberal Arts University and is located in Willimantic, Connecticut which is 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City. Eastern is one of four universities in the Connecticut State College and University System (CSCU). The position also offers substantial health and retirement benefits.</p><p>The Department of Accounting and Business Information Systems is seeking qualified applicants for a Lecturer or Visiting Assistant Professor position in Information Systems beginning [Fall/2026]. This is a one-year, full-time position that has the potential for renewal based on performance and department needs. </p><p><b>Qualifications: </b> </p><ul> <li> A master’s degree in <i>information systems</i> or a closely related field (PhD preferred but not required).</li> <li> Industry or teaching experience in Information Systems at the undergraduate level. </li> <li> Ability to teach a variety of core Information Systems courses, such as: Database Management, Systems Analysis & Design, IT Project Management, Enterprise Systems, E-commerce and Business Analytics.</li> <li> Related technical skills in any of the above areas will be considered an advantage (please list them).</li> </ul><p>Preference will also be given to candidates who could also teach in the areas of: Supply Chain Management and Logistics. </p><p><b>Responsibilities: </b> </p><ul> <li> Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction in Information Systems courses. </li> <li> Develop and update course materials as needed. </li> <li> Engage in student advising and academic support. </li> <li> Participate in program/departmental service when needed. </li> </ul><p><b>Application Process: </b><br> Interested candidates should upload the following materials into JazzHR at: <a href="" target="_blank">Instructor/VisitingAssistant Professor in Information Systems (one year) - Eastern CT StateUniversity - Career Page</a>. </p><ol> <li> A cover letter detailing teaching experience and areas of expertise. </li> <li> A current CV. </li> <li> Contact information for three professional references. </li> <li> Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available). </li> </ol><p> Review of applications will begin May 20, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. </p><p><b>Compensation and Employee Benefits</b><br> The <b>Instructor/Visiting Assistant Professor in Information Systems (one year)</b><br> is compensated at the Instructor or Assistant Professor salary level in accordance with Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (CSU-AAUP) Collective Bargaining Unit Agreement. </p><p>For more information, please visit <a href="" target="_blank">Bargaining Agreements/Pay Plans - Eastern</a>.</p><p>The State of Connecticut and Eastern Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.<br> Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.</p><p>For more detailed information, please visit <a href="" target="_blank">Human Resources - Eastern</a>.<br> <br> <!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br> <!--[endif]--></p>

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