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Jamie L. Pinchot, D.Sc.
Department Head, Computer and Information Systems (Computer and Information Systems)
University Professor of Computer and Information Systems (Computer and Information Systems)
pinchot@rmu.edu
412-397-6050 phone (M)
412-397-6469 fax
Wheatley Center 309


Educational Background

  • Doctor of Science, Information Systems and Communications, Robert Morris University, 2009
  • Master of Science, Information Systems and Communications, Robert Morris University, 2002
  • Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science, Thiel College, 1999
  • Associate in Arts, Management Information Systems, Thiel College, 1999

Professional Background

  • Department Head, Computer and Information Systems Department - RMU, Moon Twp, PA (2023-Present)
  • University Professor of Computer and Information Systems - RMU, Moon Twp, PA (2024-Present)
  • Director, Ph.D. in Information Systems and Communications Program - RMU, Moon Twp, PA (2020-2024)
  • Professor of Computer and Information Systems - RMU, Moon Twp, PA (2019-2024)
  • Associate Professor of Computer and Information Systems - RMU, Moon Twp, PA (2014-2019)
  • Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Systems - RMU, Moon Twp, PA (2011-2014)
  • Senior IT Consultant - Bayer Business and Technology Services, Pittsburgh, PA (2008-2011)
  • Instructor of Computer Science and Mathematics - Thiel College, Greenville, PA (2004-2008)
  • IS Analyst/Web Application Developer - Bayer Corporate and Business Services, Pittsburgh, PA (1999-2004)

Area of Expertise/Research

  • Information Privacy and Security
  • Social Media and Online Communities
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Application Security
  • Information Design, Human-Centered Design, and Usability
  • Web Development

Publications

  • Bromall, N., Mancini, S., Pinchot, J., Draus, P., & Mishra, S. (2024). Racing to build your AI skills: Programming RL models with AWS DeepRacer. Issues in Information Systems, 25(2), 144-153. 

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., Kinney, E., & Stewart, T. (2024). Can GPTZero detect if students are using artificial intelligence to create assignments? Issues in Information Systems, 25(3), 165-174.

  • Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2024). Mobile technology has changed our culture. Journal of Information Systems Applied Research, 17(3), 56-65. 

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., & Chawdhry, A. (2023). Are companies responsible for Internet of Things (IoT) data privacy? A survey of IoT user perceptions. Journal of Information Systems Applied Research, 16(3), 23-32.

  • Pinchot, J., & Cellante, D. (2022). Doctoral advising: A case study of a 3-year doctoral program's recipe for success. Issues in Information Systems, 23(4), 30-45.

  • Chawdhry, A., Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2022). Internet of things: Measuring data privacy concerns of users. Issues in Information Systems, 23(4), 94-110.

  • Cellante, D., & Pinchot, J. (2021). Teaching non-technical skills in a data analytics program in higher education. Issues in Information Systems, 22(3), 197-211.

  • Hartzell, A., Jackson, B., & Pinchot, J. (2021). Source credibility in social media: A case study of a Reddit community. Issues in Information Systems, 22(3), 212-223.

  • Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2021). The impact of Choice Theory on student outcomes in online courses. 2021 Proceedings of the EDSIG Conference, 2473-4901(7), 1-9.

  • Pinchot, J., & Cellante, D. (2021). Privacy concerns and data sharing habits of personal fitness information collected via activity trackers.  Journal of Information Systems Applied Research, 14(2), 4-13. Won Distinguished Paper Award (Top 5%), CONISAR 2020.

  • Pinchot, J., & Paullet, K. (2021). Using student choice in assignments to create a learner-centered environment for online courses.  Information Systems Education Journal, 19(2), 15-23. Won Distinguished Paper Award (Top 10%), EDSIGCON 2020

  • Pinchot, J. (2020). User experience (UX) design concepts for mobile app development courses. Issues in Information Systems, 21(4), 202-211.

  • Pinchot, J., Cellante, D., Mishra, S., Paullet, K. (2020). Student perceptions of challenges and role of mentorship in cybersecurity careers: Addressing the gender gap. Information Systems Education Journal, 18(3), 44-53.

  • Mishra, S., Pinchot, J., Cellante, D., & Paullet, K. (2019). Student perceptions of skills and competencies needed for cybersecurity programs and careers. Issues in Information Systems, 20(2), 9-17.

  • Pinchot, J. (2018). A mobile app development project model emphasizing communication skills, teamwork, and user-centered design. Issues in Information Systems, 19(3), 22-32.

  • Pinchot, J., Chawdhry, A., & Paullet, K. (2018). Data privacy issues in the age of data brokerage: An exploratory literature review. Issues in Information Systems, 19(3), 92-100.

  • Cellante, D., & Pinchot, J. (2017). Revisiting an introductory computer information systems course: An update to course topics and incorporation of project-based learning.  2017 Proceedings of the EDSIG Conference, 2473-3857(3), 1-7.

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., & Mishra, S. (2017). Implementing a successful train-the-trainer program in mobile forensics and security. Issues in Information Systems, 18(1), 173-179.

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., Mishra, S., & Kohun, F. (2017).  Mobile forensics and security project: poster session.  Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 32(3), 71.

  • Chawdhry, A., Douglas, D., Paullet, K., Pinchot, J. (2017).  A comparative analysis of academic dishonesty in online classes: An assessment of student and faculty perceptions: panel discussion.  Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 32(3), 128.

  • Pinchot, J., Mishra, S., Paullet, K., & Kohun, F. (2016). Exploring barriers to adoption of mobile payments for university students: Lack of awareness, lack of availability, and perceived security risks. Issues in Information Systems, 17(3), 20-30.

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., & Mishra, S. (2016). Mobile forensics and security certificate: An addition to a cyber security degree.  2016 Proceedings of the EDSIG Conference, 2473-3857, 1-6.
     
  • Paullet, K., Chawdhry, A., Douglas, D., & Pinchot, J. (2016). Assessing faculty perceptions and techniques to combat academic dishonesty in online courses.  Information Systems Education Journal, 14(4), 45-53.

  • Pinchot, J. & Paullet, K. (2015). Bring your own device to work: Benefits, security risks, and governance issues.  Issues in Information Systems, 16(3), 238-244.

  • Paullet, K. (PI), Pinchot, J. (Co-PI), & Mishra, S. (Co-PI). Mobile Forensic Security Project. CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) Grant 1515256, National Science Foundation ($224,187), 2015-2017.

  • Pinchot, J., & Paullet, K. (2015). Use of preventative measures to protect data privacy on mobile devices. Journal of Information Systems Applied Research, 8(2), 44-51. 
     
  • Abedalla, R., Pinchot, J., Samrgandi, N., & Al-Masri, R. (2014). Saudi students’ perceptions of online education versus on-ground education in Saudi Arabia.  2014 Proceedings of the Information Systems Educators Conference, 31, 1-12. 

  • Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2014). Mobile malware: Coming to a smartphone near you? Issues in Information Systems, 15(2), 16-123.

  • Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2014). Behind the screen where today's bully plays: Perceptions of college students on cyberbullying. Journal of Information Systems Education, 25(1), 63-70.

  • Pinchot, J., & Paullet, K. (2014). Different keystrokes for different folks:  Addressing learning styles in online education. Information Systems Education Journal, 12(2), 29-37.
     
  • Pinchot, J., & Paullet, K. (2013). Social networking: Friend or foe? A study of cyberbullying at a university campus. Issues in Information Systems, 14(2), 174-181.
     
  • Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2012). Cybercrime: The unintentional effects of oversharing information on Facebook. 2012 Proceedings of the Conference on Information Systems Applied Research, 5, 1-7.
     
  • Pinchot, J., & Paullet, K. (2012). What’s in your profile? Mapping Facebook profile data to personal security questions. Issues in Information Systems, XIII(1), 284-293. Won Best Research Paper Honorable Mention Award, IACIS 2012.

  • Douglas, D., Paullet, K., & Pinchot, J. (2012). Distracted driving: Dying to text you. Issues in Information Systems, XIII(1), 275-283.
     
  • Pinchot, J., Douglas, D., Paullet, K., & Rota, D. (2012). Talk to text: Changing communication patterns. Journal of Information Systems Applied Research, 5(2), 29-37.

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., Douglas, D., & Rota, D. (2011). Mobile technology: Plugged in and always on. Issues in Information Systems, XII(1), 141-150.

  • Pinchot, J., Paullet, K., & Rota, D. (2011). How Mobile Technology is Changing Our Culture. Journal of Information Systems Applied Research, 4(1), 39-48.

  • Paullet, K., Pinchot, J., & Rota, D. (2010). Technology: Convenience or necessity. Issues in Information Systems, XI(1), 439-444.

  • Pinchot, J. L. (2009). Assessing the value of an enterprise wiki as a conversational tool (UMI Publication No. 3376414) [Doctoral dissertation, Robert Morris University]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.