Job Description

Job Description

The Department of Information Systems at the University of Nevada, Reno, invites applications for a Non-tenure Track Full-time Lecturer. The appointment will begin in Jan 2023.

The Department of Information Systems is part of the College of Business. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, a Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) and an on-line Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA). All programs are accredited by the AACSB. Several current faculty members are affiliated with the University’s Cybersecurity Center which is recognized by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).

We are seeking an Information Systems professional with solid technical work experience and a demonstrated record as a dynamic and passionate teacher. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate classes, participation in service activities, and currency in information systems topics. Candidates should be able to teach courses in two or more of the following subject areas: Process Modeling, Enterprise Resource Planning, Web Application Development, Project Management, Mobile Application Development, and Data Communications and Networking. Applicants must be capable of teaching courses that include hands-on skills. Opportunities to teach additional courses on-line and in the summer are also available. Most graduate level courses are offered after 5:00 pm to accommodate working students. Consequently, candidates for this position must be willing to teach evening courses as necessary.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in information systems or closely related discipline from an AACSB/ABET accredited university.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent teaching evaluations in Information Systems courses similar to the University offerings. Evidence of Industry experience in Information Systems for minimum of 3 years.

Lecturer Statement

The University of Nevada, Reno reserves the right to hire at any level of Lecturer (I-IV) or Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor (terminal degree candidates) that is appropriate for the hire. If you have questions about title, please inquire during the interview process.

Compensation Grade

Lecturer I

Salary is based on related education and experience, internal equity, and budgets. To view salary schedules, please visit: Salary Schedules (Academic Faculty 9-month)

Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 15.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of working at UNR

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability – Faculty Benefits

E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.

Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups

Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate

No state income tax

Grants-in-aid

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grant-in-Aid

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program

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Department Information

The Department of Information Systems is part of the College of Business. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, a Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) with concentrations in Analytics and Management as well as an on-line Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA). All programs are accredited by the AACSB. The faculty at the Department of Information Systems conduct research in various IS-related topics that targets highly regarded journals. The department is known for its high quality research, publications and grants. The teaching at the department is also of high standards with innovation at the heart of the faculty teaching practices.