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Assistant or Associate Professor of Data Analytics
American Economic Association
Location : Rockmart, GA, 30153
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Berry College
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Job Description
The Department of Economics and Data Analytics at Berry College invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Data Analytics in the Campbell School of Business, with a start date of August 2026. We seek a colleague with a vision for preparing graduates who are well-equipped for careers in data-driven decision making, predictive analytics, and business intelligence. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to build on the initial successes of the Data Analytics program, engage students in practical business applications, and collaborate with on-campus colleagues in related areas.
Successful candidates will have expertise in data analytics, data science, or similar fields. Our Data Analytics program draws on courses from business, economics, and computer science, and thrives on the application of research and teaching to firsthand experiences and professional preparation for students. The ideal candidate will seek to engage students in hands-on projects with industry or nonprofit partners, analyzing real-world data to solve current challenges, working across disciplines.
We seek applicants who are familiar with a spectrum of analytical tools and possess expertise in a few, such as PowerBI, R, Python, Tableau, SQL, Stata, machine learning, and the integration of artificial intelligence. We are open to a wide range of such tools, recognizing the need to effectively teach and mentor students to be proficient in the tools and techniques most relevant to a rapidly evolving analytics landscape. The successful applicant should be committed to excellence in teaching, service, publishable scholarship, and mentoring students in a residential college environment.
Requirements
Applicants should have completed a Ph.D. or other terminal degree in business analytics, data analytics, data science, economics, information systems, or a related field by the start date.
About Berry College
Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry’s educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago:
We educate the head, heart, and hands – to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities. Combining academic exploration with meaningful work responsibilities in a residential setting, our approach emphasizes firsthand experiences and mentoring. We invest in the personal growth and professional preparation of talented students from varied backgrounds, with an enduring commitment to help those hindered by financial need. Guided by Christian principles, we value the dignity of individuals, the search for truth tempered with grace, and the well-being of our neighbors.
Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business, physician associate studies, and teacher education. The College’s stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry’s ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.
College Commitments
Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. An Equal Opportunity Institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interview or workplace accommodations are welcomed and can be directed to employment@ berry.edu or (706) 233-4062.
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit a letter of application describing the candidate’s interest in this position and commitment to the Berry mission and values (linked above); a curriculum vitae; a teaching statement that should articulate the candidate’s teaching approach, experience, and goals; complete teaching evaluations (as available); a research sample; unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and names and contact information for three references.
Review of applications will begin on September 30, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Specific questions about the position may be sent directly to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Jamie Sharpe, at jsharpe@ berry.edu .
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Freqently Asked Questions
Academic career paths for Assistant or Associate Professors in Data Analytics often involve progressing from tenure-track positions toward full professorship, with increasing focus on research publications, securing grants, and leadership roles in interdisciplinary data science initiatives. This role frequently bridges teaching and applied analytics, fostering professional growth in academia and industry partnerships.
Experts applying for this position are expected to have hands-on experience with a variety of analytical software such as Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Stata, PowerBI, and machine learning frameworks. Mastery of these tools enables effective instruction and research, aligning with evolving data science trends relevant to educational and business analytics contexts.
Daily responsibilities typically include preparing and delivering lectures on data-driven decision-making, supervising student projects using real-world datasets, conducting publishable research in data science, and collaborating with colleagues across disciplines. Mentorship is a key component, fostering students’ analytical skills and professional readiness in a residential college environment.
Positions tied to the American Economic Association often provide access to a network of economic researchers and data analysts, fostering collaborations on economic data projects and conferences. Faculty can leverage this affiliation for interdisciplinary scholarship, enhancing both teaching content and professional visibility in data analytics within economic contexts.
The association encourages faculty growth through participation in specialized workshops, access to exclusive economic datasets, and opportunities to publish in prestigious journals. It also facilitates networking with leading economists and data scientists, promoting cross-sector learning and advancing tenure candidates’ research agendas in data analytics.
Salaries for tenure-track faculty in data analytics around Rockmart, GA, generally range from $70,000 to $95,000 annually, depending on experience, education level, and institutional funding. This range reflects competitive compensation for academic roles combining data science expertise with teaching and research responsibilities.
Rockmart and the surrounding northwest Georgia area show growing demand for qualified data analytics educators, though competition remains moderate due to the specialized nature of tenure-track positions. Candidates with interdisciplinary skills and proficiency in emerging analytics technologies tend to have an advantage in securing academic appointments.
Prospective faculty should evaluate commuting options given Rockmart’s proximity to Rome, GA, and accessibility to Atlanta and Chattanooga. Cost of living is moderate, which influences salary negotiations. Additionally, understanding the regional academic culture and community engagement expectations can enhance fit and job satisfaction.
The alternative phrasing 'Or Professor Of Data Analytics' implies flexibility in academic rank, possibly encompassing roles from assistant to full professor within data analytics. Responsibilities may vary accordingly, with senior titles involving greater leadership in curriculum development, research direction, and institutional service.
Ideal candidates hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in data analytics, business analytics, economics, or related fields. Demonstrated excellence in teaching, robust research output, familiarity with multiple analytics tools, and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and student mentorship are key qualifications sought.
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