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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Professor and Department Chair of Computer Information Systems - **Company:** Texas A&M University - **Location:** Killeen, TX, United States - **Salary:** $12,000.0 - $100,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Data Analytics - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=525e0573aea7d366 ## About the Role A Presidential Proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on all new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025, and Texas A&M University-Central Texas will not pay this fee. Additionally, a moratorium issued by Governor Abbott on January 27, 2026, restricts the filing of new H-1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer., * Earned doctorate in Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. * The ability to be classified as a Scholarly Academic (SA) under COBA's AACSB faculty guidelines. * Must meet requirements for Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission of Colleges (SACSCOC) credentialing standards. * Qualifications consistent with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure. * Demonstrated record of effective teaching at the university level. * Evidence of scholarly achievement and professional engagement. * Demonstrated leadership experience, including program coordination, committee leadership, or administrative responsibilities. * Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. * Commitment to student success and academic excellence., * Prior experience as department chair, associate or assistant chair, program director, or comparable academic leadership role. * Experience with program assessment, strategic planning, and accreditation processes. * Experience managing budgets and personnel. * Demonstrated success in curriculum innovation and online education. * Active engagement with business, government, or technology industry partners. * Professional certifications relevant to information systems, cybersecurity, cloud computing, project management, or data analytics. * Experience securing external funding, grants, or industry partnerships. ## Description The Subhani Department of Computer Information Systems seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Associate Professor and Department Chair of CIS. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for the department while maintaining excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. This position offers an opportunity to shape innovative academic programs that prepare students for careers in information systems, cybersecurity, data analytics, software development, and emerging technologies. The Department Chair will foster a collaborative environment that supports student success, faculty development, industry partnerships, accreditation efforts, and continuous program improvement. As chair, the teaching workload is four courses per year, with an annual stipend of $12,000., Administrative Leadership * Provide leadership and direction for all departmental operations. * Develop and implement strategic initiatives aligned with college and university goals. * Lead faculty recruitment, mentoring, evaluation, and professional development. * Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and personnel matters. * Coordinate course scheduling and faculty workload assignments. * Oversee assessment activities and continuous improvement processes. * Ensure compliance with university policies, accreditation standards, and state and federal regulations. * Represent the department within the university and with external stakeholders. Academic Program Leadership * Lead curriculum development, review, and innovation. * Support the growth of undergraduate and graduate CIS programs. * Promote experiential learning opportunities, internships, certifications, and industry engagement. * Monitor program quality and student learning outcomes. * Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across colleges and departments. * Support accreditation and program review activities. Faculty Responsibilities * Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer information systems and related disciplines. * Maintain an active scholarly agenda appropriate for an Associate Professor. * Engage in professional service at the department, college, university, and discipline levels. * Mentor undergraduate and graduate students. * Participate in assessment and curriculum enhancement initiatives., * Data Analytics and Business Intelligence * Cloud Computing * Enterprise Systems * Database Management * Software Development and Programming * Networking and Infrastructure * Project Management * Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies