GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY University System of Georgia Lecturer of Information Systems - Search # 51725 Department of Information Systems, College of Information Technology

The Department of Information Systems (IS) in the College of Information Technology (IT) at Georgia Southern University (GSU) invites applications for a non-tenure track, Lecturer of Information Systems position. Georgia Southern University, a member institution of the University System of Georgia, is the largest and most comprehensive center of higher education in the southern half of Georgia. GSU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a Doctoral/Research institution. Founded in 1906, the University offers 120 degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The 675-acre campus is located in Statesboro, a community of approximately 30,000 residents, 50 miles northwest of historic Savannah and 200 miles southeast of Atlanta. More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or at http://Chronicle.com/jobs/profiles/911.htm. The Department of Information Systems has a commitment to teaching excellence and offers a BBA/IS and supports an IS concentration within the MBA. The BBA degree includes emphasis areas in Accounting IS, Business Intelligence, E-Commerce, ERP, Enterprise Security, Logistics IS, & Technology Entrepreneurship. See http://cit.georgiasouthern.edu/is for more information about our program.

Position Description: Reporting to the Department Chair, the Lecturer of Information Systems will be expected to teach a full load of courses in support of the BBA degree and emphasis areas, with primary teaching responsibilities placed in two or more of the following subject areas: Oracle database applications, network administration, network security, object-oriented programming, and SAP/ERP. The position will also include service work in support of the Department, College and University missions. The Lecturer position is a 10 month, non-tenure track appointment, renewable for up to six consecutive years. The salary range is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

· MBA with an Information Systems concentration, MSIS, or an MBA with significant industry experience in IS.

· Teaching experience at the university/college level in 2 or more of the following areas: Oracle database applications, network administration, network security, object-oriented programming, and SAP/ERP.

· Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and professional service at the university level

Preferred Qualifications:

· At least 2 years of teaching experience at the university/college level in the teaching areas specified

· 3 or more years of Industry experience directly related to the teaching areas specified

· Professional certifications directly related to the teaching areas specified

· Demonstrated interest in discipline related research/scholarship and curriculum development

Screening begins November 1st with applications accepted until November 15th. The position starting date is August 1, 2007. A complete application consists of a signed cover letter, a complete curriculum vita, a list of courses previously taught (what institution, when, course description, number of students in class), and list of professional references. Other documentation such as teaching evaluations, letters of recommendations, and transcripts may be requested as the search progresses. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to:

Dr. Camille Rogers, Search Chair, Search # 51725

Dept. of Information Systems, Georgia Southern University

P. O. Box 7998, Statesboro GA 30460-7998

cfrogers@georgiasouthern.edu 912-681-0194

Georgia Southern University seeks individuals who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University is an AA/EO institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should contact the Associate Provost.