The College of Business and Analytics invites those with potential for excellence in administration, research, and teaching in the field of Business Analytics to submit an application for consideration as Director of the Pontikes Center For Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (https://afe.siu.edu/analytics/pontikes.php) as well as an Associate/Full Professor in the Business Analytics program. This position is a continuing, tenured, 9-month appointment to start August 11, 2026.
The Pontikes Center promotes research in the business applications of AI and Data Analytics, recommends updates to COBA’s curriculum based on evolving business practices, and facilitates connections for students to gain internships and employment. By serving as a hub for COBA’s other organizations such as the Center for Supply Chain Management and Logistics, it orchestrates coherent strategies for COBA to leverage synergies within the college. An approximate budget of $75,000 ensures that the Center can take tangible steps in achieving these objectives.
This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Faculty Association/IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit:https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts.
Due to the newly established $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions requesting consular processing outside of the U.S., Southern Illinois University is unable to provide H-1B sponsorship at this time for any prospective applicant who is outside of the U.S. and requires consular processing.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.Duties include (but are not limited to): promoting research in applications of AI and Analytics across business fields, securing external funding through grants, strengthening connections with industry, and overseeing the day to day operations of the center including budgetary matters.
As a faculty member in the School of Analytics, Finance, and Economics the selected candidate will carry a 1/1 teaching load and could teach both graduate and undergraduate courses, either in person or online, as circumstances warrant. The selected candidate will engage in scholarly research and provide limited School/University service.
Support and positively contribute to SIU’s mission of student success and retention through actions and responsibilities within this role. Minimum Qualifications:PhD in a business-related field or in a field associated with Data Analytics. The candidate must currently hold the academic rank of Associate or Full professor. A candidate must have a strong publication record and success in securing grants and other external support. Preferred Qualifications:Preference will be given to candidates with experience: administrating centers at academic institutions, forming partnerships with industry, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, developing and teaching courses emphasizing the business applications of AI. Special Applicant Instructions:Applications must be submitted online athttps://jobs.siu.edu/under the job title of Associate Professor - Pontikes Director. A cover letter is required and should be uploaded to your application along with a curriculum vita, transcripts and a recent research paper. Candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas in their cover letter. Please list three references on the application that may be contacted as needed. Review of applications will begin April 10, 2026 and continue until position is filled.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is a Carnegie High Research Activity (R1) Institution. The College of Business and Analytics (COBA) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. To learn more visit https://business.siu.edu
