J.E. Owen Chair of Excellence in Decision Science and Innovation, Associate/Full Professor

Cookeville, Tennessee

Employer: Tennessee Tech University
Industry: J E Owens Chair of Excellence
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Essential Functions
  • Leadership: Foster a collaborative and innovative culture among faculty, students, academic and business leaders, and public and private organizations. Build and lead interdisciplinary teams to advance the discovery, dissemination, and application of knowledge in decision science and emerging technologies. Serve on the College of Business Executive Committee and take a leadership role in strategic and societally impactful initiatives drawing on the expertise and purpose of the Owen Chair of Excellence.
  • Teaching: The Owen Chair of Excellence will typically teach 9 hours annually at the undergraduate or graduate level, delivered on campus or online. Promote experiential learning opportunities, such as case competitions, internships, and industry projects, to enhance students' practical skills and career readiness.
  • Research: Publish high-impact research in quality journals consistent with ongoing qualification as a Scholarly Academic (SA) under AACSB accreditation standards. Other substantive intellectual contributions (e.g., presentations at conferences, externally funded research and projects, and leadership positions in professional organizations, boards, etc.) are also expected.
  • Service, Professional Outreach, and Community Engagement: Build and sustain interdisciplinary partnerships with other campus units and external organizations. Serve on college, university, professional committees, working groups, and boards. Expand opportunities for students, faculty, professional organizations, businesses, and society through chair-sponsored events, funded research, collaborative projects, speaking engagements, conference presentations, and training programs. Engage with the broader community through media interviews, public presentations, and reputationally-enhancing outreach activities.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Terminal degree from an AACSB -accredited institution in business administration or closely related technology, analytics, or behavioral science field.
  • A teaching, research, and service record consistent with appointment as an associate or full professor in one of the primary disciplines within the College of Business.
  • Excellent teaching and communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and sustain partnerships with internal and external constituents.
  • Related industry or professional experience.
  • Expertise in area(s) or industry sector(s) of strategic importance to the college and university (e.g., financial services/fintech, IT, distribution/logistics/supply chain management, healthcare, manufacturing).




Compensation and Benefits
Created: 2024-08-31
Reference: 330010
Country: United States
State: Tennessee
City: Cookeville

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