Manning Endowed Professor Positions in Information Systems and Operations Management

Manning Endowed Professor Positions, (2)
1 for Information Systems, and 1 for Operations Management

The Operations & Information Systems (OIS) Department at the Robert J. Manning School of Business, University of Massachusetts Lowell, is seeking to hire two Manning Endowed Professors in the areas of Information Systems (with focus in AI, AIS, Data Analytics) and Operations Management (with focus in SCM, Business Analytics). These two professors will lead the department activities in research, teaching and community engagement. The Manning School of Business boasts a vibrant community of over 3,750 diverse undergraduate and graduate students and holds accreditation from AACSB International. Situated in a modern facility, i.e. Pulichino Tong Business Center, equipped with cutting-edge classrooms, the school offers an unparalleled learning environment. Nestled just 30 miles northwest of Boston, UMass Lowell is an R-1 institution, with its expansive campus catering to over 18,000 students. The Wall Street Journal ranked UMass Lowell in the top public university in Massachusetts in its 2024 Best Colleges report and U.S. News & World Report's 2026 national rankings of top colleges and universities gave high marks to UMass Lowell for the education and economic value it provides to students. The news outlet ranked UMass Lowell as No. 1 "best value school" in Massachusetts and No. 92 in the country. The OIS Department has a full-time faculty of thirteen members and offers programs at the undergraduate, Master's, and Ph.D. levels. Faculty and Ph.D. students in the department maintain a high-level research record and collaborations worldwide.

Position Overview:

The Operations & Information Systems (OIS) Department at the Robert J. Manning School of Business, University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML) invites applications for up to two Manning Endowed Professor positions as part of a cluster hire in:

• Information Systems with focus in AI, AIS, Data Analytics
• Operations Management with focus in Supply Chain and Business Analytics

Appointments are open rank (Full, Associate, or senior level/seasoned Assistant Professor at the AACSB accredited colleges), depending on qualifications.

About the Manning School of Business

• AACSB-accredited, serving 3,750+ undergraduate and graduate students.
• Located in a state-of-the-art facility just 30 miles northwest of Boston.
• Part of UMass Lowell, the second-largest public university in Massachusetts, with more than 18,000 students.
• OIS Department: 13 full-time faculty offering undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programs, with active research culture and international collaborations.

Endowed Professor Benefits

• Competitive 9-month base salary plus 1-month summer salary annually.
• Substantial research funding (conference travel, seminars, research support).
• Access to Ph.D. research assistance and administrative support.
• Teaching load: up to 2 courses per academic year.
• Initial 5-year appointment, renewable for 3-year terms pending review.

Responsibilities (Both Areas)

• Lead impactful research, teaching, and community engagement in area of specialization
• Publish in top peer-reviewed journals and present at major conferences.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (on campus and online).
• Supervise doctoral research and serve on dissertation committees.
• Pursue internal and external funding opportunities.
• Build strong industry connections and engage in professional associations.

AI/AIS/Data Analytics Specialization

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Ph.D. in Business Administration with concentration in IS/AIS from an AACSB-accredited business school or closely related areas.
• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Record of high-quality peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• At least 3 or more years as an Assistant Professor (for Associate Professor appointment) at a research university.
• Experience on dissertation committees.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years teaching AI/AIS/Data Analytics (preferably in a business school).
• Demonstrated research in business applications of AI-Analytics, AIS, etc.
• Experience of editorial review board in leading journals of the field as an ERB member, AE/SE/DE
• Experience with online teaching.
• Evidence of external funding activity.
• Strong collaboration skills across faculty and programs.

Supply Chain and Business Analytics Specialization

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Ph.D. in Business Administration with concentration in OM/SCM from an AACSB-accredited business school or closely related areas.
• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.
• At least 3 or more years as an Assistant Professor (for Assoc Professor appointment) at a research university.
• Experience on dissertation committees.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years teaching Supply Chain Analytics (preferably in a business school).
• Demonstrated research in business applications of Operations, SCM or Business Analytics.
• Experience of editorial review board in leading journals of the field as an ERB member, AE/SE/DE.
• Experience with online teaching.
• Evidence of external funding activity.
• Strong collaboration skills across faculty and programs.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. The search may close once an adequate pool of qualified applicants is identified. Members of the search committee will be present at the major upcoming conferences, i.e. INFORMS, DSI, ICIS to meet and answer questions but no formal interview will be conducted at the conferences.

Interested candidates should apply for only one position (either IS/AIS or OM/SCM/BA), based on their best judgment. Please clearly indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter. This role involves a balanced combination of research and teaching across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels, with high expectations in both areas. Strong, established leadership skills are also required.

Please submit the following required materials with your application via the UMass Lowell electronic application system:

• Comprehensive CV
• Cover letter describing leadership, research agenda, teaching, funding record, collaborative work, and global/local perspectives. Please clearly indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter.
• Publication List
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (student evaluations, supervisor report, or professional development assessment).
• Names and contact information of three academic references will be required during the application process.