Description
Lecturer - Department of Computer Information Systems & Business Analytics (CIS & BSAN)
The James Madison University College of Business is seeking applicants for a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Information Systems & Business Analytics (CIS & BSAN) beginning Fall 2026. The position is a renewable term appointment (RTA). The teaching load for this position is 12 credit hours per semester (4/4). This is a full-time benefits-eligible, non-tenure track appointment.
About the Department: The Department of CIS & BSAN is an academic unit of the College of Business and has 25 full-time faculty members, over 600 CIS majors in 3 concentrations (Information Systems, Business Analytics, and Information and Cybersecurity Management), 80 CIS minors, and over 50 BSAN minors and growing. In addition, the department supports the college by providing core business classes in information systems, quantitative methods, business statistics, and operations management. The department places a primary emphasis on its undergraduate programs that include hands-on projects, laboratory exercises, case analyses, and engaging classroom experiences designed to prepare graduates to work independently and in team-oriented environments. The CIS program is accredited by ABET making the department one of only 10 CIS programs in the nation accredited by both the AACSB and ABET.
In addition to high involvement in undergraduate education, departmental faculty members maintain strong connections with the consulting industry and interact regularly with members of the department’s advisory board.
About the College: The AACSB-accredited College of Business includes nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate programs. The college includes the Center for Entrepreneurship, Center for Professional Selling, Capital Markets Lab, and Madison Consulting. Our very successful alumni hold C-suite positions at major corporations. The college has approximately 5,300 students in its AACSB programs and is highly regarded across the JMU campus community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This position has primary teaching responsibilities in the BSAN area in undergraduate courses covering topics in descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive business analytics, decision sciences, operations management, or other related subjects. The typical teaching load is 4/4.
In addition to teaching responsibilities and office hours, the successful candidate will be expected to perform service activities such as serving on departmental committees, advising student organizations, and attending university meetings, as well as maintaining professional qualifications according to AACSB standards. Maintaining professional qualifications can be accomplished through a variety of avenues including, but not limited to, continuing education and certifications, consulting, serving on boards, recognized professional expertise in the teaching discipline, publications, and university administrative duties. These requirements can be met in several ways, providing the candidate the ability to contribute based upon their strengths, abilities, and interests. It is anticipated that to meet these obligations, the successful candidate will need to be available for potential on-campus activities during multiple days throughout the week.
To learn more and to apply, go to jobs.jmu.edu and reference posting 20001523. Review of applications begins 10/27/2025. Salary is commensurate with experience.
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Requirements
Minimum/Required Qualifications:
A master’s degree in Business Analytics, Decision Sciences, Operations Management, or a closely related field, is required by date of appointment (please note that business degrees must be from an AACSB-accredited program). Candidates must have work experience within the past five years relevant to the teaching assignment.
The CIS & BSAN Department is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their teaching, professional qualifications, and/or service, to the excellence of the JMU academic community. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to engage successfully with a broad range of students and colleagues, to help students understand various perspectives, and to mentor varied students and communities.
Preferred Qualifications:
A strong foundation in business applications is desired. Preference will be given to candidates with substantive industry work experience that complements existing experiential expertise within the department.
