Teaching Assistant Professor

Overview

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville is seeking a non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Systems, Sam M. Walton College of Business. The expected start date is August 10, 2026. The position will teach six three-hour courses per academic year within Information Systems (programming, database, cloud infrastructure, and project management/development classes preferred), with a mix of face-to-face and online instruction as needed.

The position reports to the Chair of the Department of Information Systems and may involve collaboration on course development and leadership within the department. Regular on-campus availability and active contribution to departmental life are essential duties.

Teach six three-hour courses per academic year in Information Systems (programming, database, cloud infrastructure, and project management/development classes preferred). Collaborate on course development and potentially assume leadership roles within the Department of Information Systems. Maintain regular on-campus availability, engage in in-person teaching, and contribute to shared academic and administrative tasks with respect and cooperation.

• Completed PhD in Information Systems from an AACSB-accredited business school
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching courses in information systems, analytics, or related areas

• Professional experience in information systems or a related field
• Documented excellence in teaching

Closing Date: 02/09/2026

Type Of Position: Faculty - Non-Tenure

Work Study Position: No

Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)

Sponsorship Available: Yes

Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of salary.

Required Documents To Apply: Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Dr. Tracy Sykes
Associate Professor
Department of Information Systems
Sam M. Walton College of Business
tsykesk.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send materials to the listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry. Background checks may include additional checks as required by the position. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of protected categories. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity: N/A
Frequent Physical Activity: N/A
Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Institution Website: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville