Job description
Application Deadline:4/1/2026
Position Details:This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person.
Texas Christian University invites applications for the non-tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Professional Practice of Analytics/Business Information Systems in the Neeley School of Business beginning August 2026. The base teaching load is 4-4 (eight 3-credit hour sections per year). There are opportunities for additional summer teaching as desired. Administrative responsibilities include: engaging with practice; promoting the BIS major to industry, employers, and students; recruiting; helping to maintain a contemporary curriculum; interacting with alumni; facilitating internship and full-time placement.
Department Details:The Business Information Systems program at Neeley has more than doubled in size over the past few years. We graduate high performing systems analysts, consultants, BI analysts and project managers, and achieve a near 100% placement rate. We are looking for a colleague with a rich background in the IT industry and a desire to facilitate interactions between students and industry partners. Preference will be given to applicants who provide evidence of excellence in teaching and student mentoring. Candidates for the position should possess a Ph.D. in a technical field, preferably related to Information Systems.
School/College Description:The nationally ranked TCU Neeley School of Business has more than 3,500 students enrolled across undergraduate and graduate programs, with approximately one third of TCU students in its programs as majors, minors or advanced degree seekers. Departments include Accounting, Business Information Systems, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Management and Leadership, Marketing and Supply and Value Chain Management, as well as seven graduate programs including full-time, part-time and online MBA and MS degrees. The Neeley School was ranked No. 9 in the nation and No. 1 in Texas for highest starting salaries for undergraduates in 2022 (Poets&Quants, 2022). The school’s BBA is ranked #25 Best Undergraduate program in 2024, and was named one of the top 10 Undergraduate Business Schools to Watch (Poets&Quants, 2022). The Neeley School has the No. 36 ranked Full-time MBA in the U.S., and is No. 8 for Learning, No. 24 for Entrepreneurship, and No. 32 for Networking (Bloomberg Businessweek, 2024).
The Neeley School is committed to fostering an inclusive, scholarly community composed of individuals who, through their diverse and sometimes competing perspectives, contribute to a free and intellectually challenging culture where students, faculty, staff and alumni have equitable opportunities and can forge paths toward personal and professional growth. We build upon the momentum generated by living the Neeley Promise: The Neeley School of Business unleashes human potential with leadership at the core and innovation in our spirit.
University & Fort Worth Description:About TCU
Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.
TCU’s campus – regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful – spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.
The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.
About Fort Worth
Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century – one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area – the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination – Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.
Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums – the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.
How to apply
Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:All applications must be submitted electronically through the TCU HR system at https://jobs.tcu.edu . Under “Jobs by Category” select “Neeley School of Business” to find this position among a listing of all business school positions. Applicants should submit the following to the online application: (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV. Candidates may submit evidence of teaching excellence or potential. All questions regarding the application process may be directed to Human Resources at [email protected] or 817-257-7790. Questions about the Department of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management may be directed to the search chair, Dr. Kelly Slaughter [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Employment Values Statement:Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.
