Assistant Professor of Information Systems (27/28)

The Management, HR and Information Systems Area of the Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure track, academic year position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the primary area of Information Systems (IS), with appointment beginning approximately August 12, 2027.

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience of individual selected. Appointment at the Assistant Professor rank is anticipated; the anticipated hiring range is $135,000 to $150,000 per year.

The Management, HR, and Information Systems Area in the Orfalea College of Business encompasses a variety of forward-thinking, career-focused academic disciplines. Our faculty conduct widely recognized research and teach innovative courses in fields such as Information Systems, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Organizational Behavior, and Business Strategy.

Preference will be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.  Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate exemplary teaching, a strong publication record and research pipeline, and currency in their professional field.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. It is also expected that faculty establish an on-campus presence to fulfill their responsibilities.  At Cal Poly, tenure-line faculty are expected to establish an on-campus presence.

Subject to further planning and approval, Cal Poly anticipates a possible transition to semester-based year-round operations (YRO).  Under YRO, full-time academic year faculty may be assigned to teach in two consecutive semesters (Fall/Spring, Spring/Summer, or Summer/Fall) out of the three semesters offered annually. The two-semester sequence will constitute the regular academic year appointment. Faculty may also be eligible to teach in the third semester for additional compensation, subject to departmental needs and University policy.

The Management, HR, and Information Systems Area encompasses four core disciplines in the Orfalea College of Business - Information Systems, Data Analytics, Strategic Management, and Management/HR. Faculty in this area produce high-quality research and teach courses in a variety of different programs.

Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter, (2) resume/curriculum vitae, and (3) a Universal Student Success Statement: Cal Poly is a public, student-centered university that serves the diverse constituents of the state of California and has a strong emphasis on the teacher-scholar model. Please detail your approach to teaching and learning at the collegiate level, including evidence of experience with inclusive, accessible, and intentional teaching, to a wide variety of students and a description of how you will continue to develop this expertise at Cal Poly. Service or scholarship related to skills developed in these areas might also be included here. 

Please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses when completing the online faculty application.

Cal Poly’s ability to sponsor employment-based visas will depend on institutional priorities, budget availability, and current federal regulations. Cal Poly does not commit to providing visa sponsorship for this position, and applicants should not expect that such sponsorship will be offered.

Review of applications will begin November 2, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

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