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Associate/Full Professor(s) in Business Analytics

The University of Iowa
Full-time
On-site
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Business Analytics

Position Overview
The Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa invites applications for multiple Associate/Full Professor positions in Business Analytics, starting August 2026. We welcome scholars in areas such as Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Statistics, Operations Management, Healthcare Analytics, Supply Chain, Applied Mathematics, and Computer Science. Candidates should bring strong research and teaching records, with particular interest in statistics, healthcare analytics, and operations management.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct and publish research in top journals.
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Business Analytics.
  • Mentor doctoral students and foster interdisciplinary research.
  • Contribute to departmental, college, and university service.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Business Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Management Science, Statistics, or related field.
  • Strong record of scholarly publications and evidence of ongoing research productivity.
  • Demonstrated teaching excellence at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Desired Qualifications

  • Leadership and impact in research.
  • Experience supervising doctoral students.
  • Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Rank and salary commensurate with experience.
  • Full benefits, including partner benefits, caregiving leave, health and dependent care support, and automatic tenure clock extension for new parents.

About the Institution
The Tippie College of Business, founded in 1847, is home to nearly 6,000 students across six academic departments. The college is AACSB-accredited and consistently ranked among the top U.S. business schools. With over 59,000 alumni worldwide, Tippie has a proud tradition of innovation, excellence, and community.

The Department of Business Analytics is internationally recognized for leadership in predictive analytics, healthcare analytics, supply chain, and social network analysis. In 2021, the department won the INFORMS UPS George D. Smith Prize as one of the top programs worldwide for preparing students for careers in analytics. Programs offered include a BBA, MS in Business Analytics (ranked #5 part-time in the U.S. by Fortune), and a PhD.

Application Instructions
Apply online at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/jobSearch/faculty/, requisition 75700. Required materials:

  • Cover letter (include conferences you plan to attend)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research statement
  • Teaching statement
  • 1–3 samples of research papers (PDF preferred)
  • Contact information for three references

Applications will be reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled.

For inquiries, contact Professor Qihang Lin (qihang-lin@uiowa.edu), Search Committee Chair, or Rachel Wallace (rachel-wallace@uiowa.edu), Faculty Affairs Specialist.

Important Information
All finalists must self-disclose any prior or pending misconduct investigations and will be subject to background and credential checks.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or associational preferences. Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services at (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu for assistance.

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