Assistant Professor, Business Analytics/Operations Management

Assistant Professor, Business Analytics/Operations Management Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution Black Hills State University Working Title Assistant Professor, Business Analytics/Operations Management Posting Number F01874P Department BHSU - College of Business Physical Location of Position (City) Spearfish Posting Text The College of Business at Black Hills State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Business Analytics/Operations Management beginning August 2026. Black Hills State University is a teaching-focused institution located in Spearfish, South Dakota, in the scenic Black Hills region. The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International — a distinction held by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide — and serves approximately 400 students across campuses in Spearfish and Rapid City. The college offers undergraduate programs in Business Administration with specializations including accounting, agribusiness/ranch management, business analytics, economics, finance, entrepreneurial studies, health services administration, human resource management, management, and marketing, as well as an MBA in applied management. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, student-centered faculty committed to teaching excellence, applied scholarship, and community engagement. Our faculty combine scholarly engagement with commitment to student success, connect classroom instruction to professional practice, and involve students in applied or experiential learning. Effective communication, collaboration, and enthusiasm for student mentorship are central to our culture. The successful candidate will serve as a leader in the college's recently approved Business Analytics specialization, contributing to curriculum development, program coordination, and the continued growth of analytics instruction within the College of Business. Teaching responsibilities will include quantitative and analytics courses at the undergraduate level, with opportunities to contribute to the MBA program.

DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Teach quantitative and analytics courses at the undergraduate and MBA level, including courses in our new Business Analytics Specialization, Business Statistics, Business Statistics II, Quantitative Decision Analysis, Analytics, Production/Operations Management, and MBA Quantitative Methods.
• The standard teaching load is four courses per semester (4-4), aligned with our mission as a teaching-focused institution. Opportunities for summer teaching may also be available.
• Provide leadership in the development and coordination of the Business Analytics specialization, including curriculum development, assessment, and program growth.
• Engage in appropriate research and scholarly activities consistent with AACSB accreditation standards.
• Maintain Scholarly Academic (SA) qualification through ongoing peer-reviewed research.
• Participate in student advising, recruitment, and retention activities.
• Participate in service activities at the college and university levels.
• Teach face-to-face, online, and at our extension campus in Rapid City.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. or DBA in Business Analytics, Operations Management, Management Science, Statistics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Doctoral candidates who are ABD and near graduation will be considered.

Degree completion must occur no later than one year after the initial start date of the contract. The initial contract will be a term contract at the instructor level, $4,000 lower than the terminal degree compensation. Upon successful degree completion, the following year's contract will include a $4,000 salary increase and assistant professor rank reflecting degree completion. Upon request, one-year prior service may be applied toward promotion and tenure, with BHSU and BOR approval.

• Candidates have qualifications consistent with achieving and/or maintaining AACSB Scholarly Academic (SA) status; early-career candidates should show an active research pipeline, while candidates more than five years post-PhD must show recent peer-reviewed scholarship.

BENEFITS

Black Hills State University offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

TO APPLY

Applications must be made online at http://Yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please attach a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of unofficial transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including class evaluations if available) and the names and contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of June 7, 2026, at 11PM mountain time. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6549. Questions specific to the position may be directed to the search chair Dr. Max Marc, Max.

Marc@bhsu.edu Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or Cassie.

Maser@bhsu.edu. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check. Posting Date 05/05/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 06/07/2026 Advertised Salary $85,000 depending on qualifications/experience Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. Contact Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided.