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Management Information Systems

Limited Term Lecturer Positions, Department of Finance & Management, Edwards School of Business – University of Saskatchewan

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Applications are invited from qualified individuals for one-year limited-term Lecturer positions in the Department of Finance & Management Science at the Edwards School of Business in each of the following four areas: 1) Management Information Systems (MIS), 2) Operations Management (OM), 3) Business Mathematics (BMath), 4) Personal Financial Management (PFin). The successful candidate in MIS will be primarily teaching introductory MIS courses, the successful candidate in OM will be primarily teaching introductory OM courses, the successful candidate in BMath will be primarily teaching introductory courses in Business Mathematics, and the successful candidate in PFin will be primarily teaching introductory courses in Personal Financial Management. Note that the teaching load for these positions is nine courses per year (typically 4-4-1).

The AACSB accredited Edwards School of Business has an undergraduate business program with approximately 2,200 students. We also have thriving M.Sc. Finance, M.Sc. Marketing, Master of Professional Accounting, and MBA programs. The school is also a contributor to the Ph.D. in Applied Economics program. Please visit our website at http://www.edwards.usask.ca for more information on the Edwards School of Business.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatche-wan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teach-ing, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 24,000.

Qualifications
Consistent with our AACSB accreditation requirements, the Edwards School of Business re-cruits individuals whose academic training and/or professional activities clearly align with our recruitment standards. Candidates require a graduate degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in an academic area clearly linked to the field in which they are expected to teach. Candidates must also have an interest and ability to engage in scholarly activities as evidenced by established or developing research initiatives and a strong or emerging research program (for academically qualified candidates) or significant professional experience at a senior level and professional certification through a recognized related organization (for professionally qualified candidates). Candidates must also have demonstrated effective classroom teaching skills and mentorship, as well as effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary bands for this position for the 2021-2022 academic year are: Lecturer – $81,678 to $121,278. (New candidates typically start at the floor.)
This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan, pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, and any supporting documents to:
Craig Wilson, Department Head
Finance & Management Science
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A7
Email Addresses: (Please specify the particular position in the subject line.)
(1) Management Information Systems (MIS): MIS.Search@share.usask.ca
(2) Operations Management (OM): OM.Search@share.usask.ca
(3) Business Mathematics (BMath): BMath.Search@share.usask.ca
(4) Personal Financial Management (PFin.Search@share.usask.ca

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin February 20, 2021; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2021.

The University of Saskatchewan is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the university community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is prac-ticed. The university welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our communi-ty. The university must, however, comply with federal immigration requirements. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Tenure Track Position, Department of Information Systems Management, Faculty of Business Administration – Laval University

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The Management Information Systems department at the Faculty of Business Administration of Université Laval is inviting applications for one tenure-track faculty positions. Candidates from all university ranks will be accepted.

Job Description
1. Teaching undergraduate, masters and doctoral students, in subjects related to management information systems.
2. Conducting research in management information systems and related subjects.
3. Supervising the research activities of graduate and doctoral students (thesis, and essays) and participating in continuing education activities.
4. Contributing to the life of the department, school and university.
5. Developing links with the academia and business communities.

Selection Criteria
Candidates must:
1. Hold a Ph.D. degree in business administration with a specialization in management information systems or equivalent. Candidates may be in the process of completing their doctoral studies in this field.
2. have an excellent publication record or demonstrate a strong potential for future publications;
3. Be able to teach in the subjects related to MIS;
4. Demonstrate research interests compatible with those of the MIS Department;
5. During a presentation to the department members of the candidate’s research, demonstrate the ability to transmit research results effectively and explain the scientific implications and practical contributions to business management;
6. During a presentation to the department members, demonstrate the ability to develop links with the academia and business communities;
7. During a presentation to the department members, demonstrate the ability to deliver high quality instruction in the field of expertise;
8. Have the aptitude for communicating and teaching in French, as well as a mastery of English; For those who do not know French will get 2-3 years to learn the language.
9. Be familiar with the other disciplines of business administration;
10. Demonstrate the ability to obtain research funding.

The application package must include copies of diplomas conferred, a letter of intention and detailed curriculum vitae presenting experience, publications and ongoing research.

All applications are treated in strict confidence. Candidates must be able to provide references upon request.

Terms of employment and treatment
Salary according to the current collective agreement at Université Laval.

Additional information
For further information on research activities related to the position, candidates are invited to consult the department website at: https://www4.fsa.ulaval.ca/la-faculte/departements-et-ecole/departement-de-systemes-dinformation-organisationnels/

Application
Application deadline: February 15th 2021
Starting date: September 1st, 2021

Applications can be sent by email to: sio@fsa.ulaval.ca

The files will be analyzed as and when they are received. Campus visits will take place if allowed and by respecting the rules of Health Canada. If campus visits cannot take place, virtual interviews will be conducted.

Valuing equity, diversity and excellence, Université Laval is strongly committed to provide an inclusive work and living environment for all its employees. For Université Laval, diversity is a source of wealth, and we encourage qualified individuals of all origins, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, as well as persons with disabilities, to apply.

Université Laval also subscribes to an equal access to employment program for women, members of visible or ethnic minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities. Adaptation of the selection tools can be offered to persons with disabilities according to their needs and in complete confidentiality. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to qualified individuals with Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

Tenure Track Position, Smith School of Business – Queen’s University

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Smith School of Business at Queen’s University (Kingston, Ontario, Canada) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a preferred starting date of July 1, 2021. In exceptional circumstances, a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered.

Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree in management or a cognate discipline with a record of teaching, research, and service that is tracking toward a successful tenure application. The main criteria for selection are scholarship and teaching excellence, emphasizing the integration of principles of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). Applications from candidates whose scholarship and teaching are focused on Indigenization are also welcomed. We are seeking candidates whose research and teaching interests will strengthen and complement Smith School of Business’ mission of achieving excellence in research, teaching, and the practice of equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications are invited from candidates from all Management disciplines including Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, International Business, Management Analytics, Management Information Systems/Digital Technology, Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Strategy. (For information about Smith faculty members and research please visit: https://smith.queensu.ca/faculty_and_research/index.php; for information about Smith School of Business initiatives in the EDI space, visit: https://smith.queensu.ca/about/EDII/index.php)

The successful candidate will have an excellent record of research/scholarly activity in accordance with career stage and exhibit strong potential for continued high-quality scholarly research leading to publications in top academic journals and relevant outlets, securing external research funding, and for outstanding teaching contributions at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will also be an EDI practitioner, i.e. committed to promoting an equitable, diverse and inclusive academic environment through pedagogy and teaching in the School’s public and private programs and will be expected to make contributions through service to the School, the University, and the broader academic community.

Compensation
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointee will be a tenure track or tenured faculty member who will hold the title of Smith Professor in Equity and Inclusion, a title recognizing research excellence and the potential to lead in their field. The appointee will retain the non-renewable title for a five-year term providing satisfactory performance. The professorship is accompanied by an annual operating research grant. New appointees have access to course development through the Smith School of Business Centre for Content Development and our Faculty Development Fund. The School also provides faculty members with support in their applications to external research granting agencies such as the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, among others. Smith School of Business faculty members have been quite successful with external research grant competitions.

Institution
People from across Canada and around the world come to learn, teach and carry out research at Queen’s University. Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. You will also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children. Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave. In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent children in daycare. Details are set out in the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources. Additional information about Queen’s University can be found on the Faculty Recruitment and Support website.

Queen’s University has a long and rich tradition of academic excellence, dating back to a royal charter granted by Queen Victoria in 1841. Smith School of Business is one of the world’s premier business schools, with an outstanding reputation for innovation and quality. Our MSc and PhD programs in Management attract highly qualified research-oriented students in many fields of study. Our undergraduate Commerce program has among the highest entrance standards in Canada and is widely viewed as the country’s best undergraduate business program. Queen’s has gained international recognition for its MBA and executive education programs and is fully accredited by AACSB and EQUIS. Smith School of Business is also home to centres focused on analytics, corporate governance, entrepreneurship and innovation, and social impact. The learning environment at Queen’s is supported by outstanding library and computing facilities. For more information about Smith School of Business, please click here.

The City
The University is situated on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe, in historic Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario. Kingston’s residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life with a wide range of cultural and creative opportunities. Visit Inclusive Queen’s for information on equity, diversity and inclusion resources and initiatives.
Kingston is a unique Canadian city of 125,000 with a distinct blend of history, recreation, industry and learning. Situated on the shores of Lake Ontario, Kingston offers unique waterfront living with many recreational opportunities. It is within a two-and-a-half hour drive (two-hour train ride) to the commercial, industrial and political hubs of Toronto, Montreal, and the nation’s capital, Ottawa, and a thirty minute drive from the international bridge linking Ontario and upstate New York. The city is also the origin of the historic Rideau Canal system –a UNESCO International Heritage site.

How to Apply
The effective date of the appointment will be July 01, 2021.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous/Aboriginal people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact: Roshan Udit at rgu1@queensu.ca. Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the University and the Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA), which is posted at http://queensu.ca/facultyrelations/faculty-librarians-and-archivists/collective-agreement and at http://www.qufa.ca.

To comply with Federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information about how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete. Your application cover letter must include one of these two citizenship statements.

In addition, the impact of certain circumstances that may legitimately affect a nominee’s record of research achievement will be given careful consideration when assessing the nominee’s research productivity. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions.

Applicants should submit:
• A cover letter
(including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship/permanent resident status specified in the previous paragraph)
• A current Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of scholarly/research work that reflects EDI interests and a brief research plan that builds on research strengths at Smith and Queen’s more broadly.
• A Statement of teaching interests and experience (including course outlines and evaluations if available) and approach to integrating EDI
• Three letters of reference

Deadline for applications:
The position will remain open until filled. Applications are due by January 4, 2021 with interviews occurring shortly afterwards.

Note: only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Submitting your application:
Please submit your application package via Interfolio Faculty Search through the following link: http://apply.interfolio.com/80496

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications via the above link, although hard copy applications may be submitted to:

Roshan Udit
Faculty Resource Advisor
Office of the Dean, Smith School of Business
Room 320, Goodes Hall
143 Union Street West
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON
CANADA K3L 3N6

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Roshan Udit at rgu1@queensu.ca.

Tenure track position, Industrial/ Organizational Psychology, University of Minnesota Duluth

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The Psychology Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. The appointment will start August 24, 2020. We are seeking a teacher/scholar who is committed to excellence in collegiate teaching, and who possesses the interest and ability to establish an active research program resulting in the creation and dissemination of knowledge. Research interests that address current changes in the workplace are preferred. To complement current faculty interests, areas of research experience might include, but are not limited to: attitude theory, measurement, and change; job evaluation and compensation; data analytics and measurement; and technology in the workplace.

Applicants for the tenure-track Assistant Professor position are required to have: Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialty in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a highly related field completed by start date of appointment, evidence of a strong research agenda, and commitment to working with diverse populations and fostering diversity across campus.

Applicants for the position of Associate Professor must meet the requirements above and have a distinguished record of academic achievement (scholarly research, teaching, and service) that satisfies the criteria for Associate Professor status in the Department of Psychology at the University of Minnesota Duluth.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

  1. teach courses in the department’s undergraduate (possible courses include Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology; Organizational Psychology; Personnel Psychology; Social Psychology; Research Methods; Statistics) and graduate (Advanced Organizational Psychology; Advanced Personnel Psychology; Performance Evaluation and Management; Organizational Systems and Development; Personnel Training and Development; Research Methods and Evaluation; Advanced Statistics) programs;
  2. actively engage in research with undergraduate and graduate students;
  3. contribute to our Industrial/ Organizational track within our Master’s program, including supervision of graduate student research projects and applied projects;
  4. advise undergraduate and graduate students; and
  5. participate in departmental and university service.

Our department is comprised of an eclectic group of productive faculty, dedicated to our University’s mission of integrating liberal education, research, creative activity, and public engagement to prepare students to thrive as lifelong learners and globally engaged citizens. Our Masters of Arts in Psychology Science program includes tracks in Clinical Counseling, Experimental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Information about the department may be found at http://www.d.umn.edu/psy. The University of Minnesota Duluth was recently ranked one of the top 50 regional universities in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Reports).

The city of Duluth, located approximately two and a half hours north of Minneapolis, is nationally ranked as one of the best and most affordable places to live and work. Perched on the shores of Lake Superior and surrounded by natural forests, Duluth offers some of the best outdoor recreational activities in the Midwest and boasts of thriving industries in technology, healthcare, aviation, and education.

The University of Minnesota requires applicants to apply online. For a complete job description and to apply for this position go to http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ and search for job opening 335129.

Review of complete applications will begin February 17, 2020, and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact a University of Minnesota Access Consultant at 612-624-3316. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

For questions about the position or the application process, please contact the search chair: Dr. Julie Slowiak at 218-726-7116 or jslowiak@d.umn.edu.

Projects and Operations Manager, McGill Retail Innovation Lab – McGill University

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The McGill Retail Innovation Lab’s (MRIL) objective is to blend multidisciplinary research
and cutting-edge technologies in the “store of the future” to investigate and practice
responsible innovation. Currently under construction at the center of the McGill
University campus, the MRIL will work together with a large global retailer and an
innovative local AI start up, serving as the first “live retail hub” worldwide dedicated to
retail related research, solution, discovery and validation.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Research Director of the McGill Retail Innovation Lab (MRIL),
the Projects and Operations Manager will be chiefly responsible for the operations of the
lab to meet the daily needs of students, teachers and staff, external partners and
stakeholders of MRIL. Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for project
management and the facility as well as to aid in research operations.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Act as the principal project manager for the MRIL; build short-term agendas and
    execute on key long-term project deliverables; foster strong working relationships
    with internal and external stakeholders and prepare necessary reports for them.
  • Work in close collaboration with the BSRM (Bensadoun School of Retail Management)
    and its partners, as well as the Desautels Faculty of Management (Professors,
    Students, Administration, Marketing and Communications, and University
    Advancement) and other relevant University departments and faculties to make the
    best use of resources, share information and conduct good project governance.
  • Support researchers’ access to state-of-the-art computing resources and manage
    infrastructure developments involving vendor partnerships.
  • Participate in the design of the MRIL during the initial start-up phase. Raise the
    profile and reputation of the MRIL as it grows to help ensure its attractiveness to
    students, academics, and partners.
  • Oversee research projects to ensure the conformity of the spaces to be used.
    Report to the Academic Director of BSRM and Research Director of MRIL on a regular
    basis, about resource management, financial performance and budgets, partnerships,
    as well as future and ongoing initiatives.
  • Work closely with the assigned team and partner organizations. Identify new
    partners, investigate project opportunities and handle contracts, in consultation with
    the Academic Director (BSRM) and Research Director of the MRIL as well as other
    relevant parties in McGill.
  • Work with MRIL Research Director to ensure that IP issues are in line with McGill
    policies and ethics compliance. Lead the alignment of IT architecture standards with
    the feasibility of the technical solutions involving data management and overall retail
    lab operations.
  • Define how information is linked, transferred and shared between systems and lead
    the decision-making and troubleshooting processes to achieve consensus, ultimately
    fashion IT solutions.
  • Support researchers in their use of state-of-the-art advanced computing resources
    and participate in research activities of the MRIL in order to remain at the forefront
    of knowledge.
  • Responsible for all hardware, software and multimedia equipment, including
    supervision camera systems, computers, projectors, AI and robotic equipment.
  • Oversee human resources for the MRIL including contracts for any student hiring;
    manage the overall workload for the unit while establishing a healthy and safe
    environment for all stakeholders, while respecting University standards and practices.

Minimum Education & Experience:
Master’s degree with work experience in project management, preferably in an academic
research environment.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities:
Knowledge of retail sector coupled with project management certification are considered
strong assets. Familiarization with the academic environment and excellent ability to
understand and communicate orally and in writing (English and French). Autonomy in
carrying out his/her mandates; strong ability to set his/her priorities and respond to new
trends. Professional attitude and ability to manage cross-functional teams in a setting that
requires managing budgets, as defined by program of work. Note that teaching
experience is not required, but teaching opportunity may be available.

Reporting To:
Research Director, MRIL
Faculty/Unit:
Desautels Faculty of Management
Bensadoun School of Retail Management

Position Type: Full-Time

Application Instructions:
How to Apply: Cover letter and curriculum vitae should be submitted via email to
Melanie Lane (melanie.lane@mcgill.ca) no later than January 17, 2020

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and
diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible
minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and
persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified
candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of
designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing
accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca or 514-398-3711.

Two Tenure Track Positions, Management Information Systems Department, Faculty of Business Administration – Université Laval

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The Management Information Systems department at the Faculty of Business Administration of Université Laval is inviting applications for two tenure-track faculty positions. Candidates from all university ranks will be accepted.

JOB DESCRIPTION
• Teaching undergraduate, masters and doctoral students, in subjects related to management information systems.
• Conducting research in management information systems and related subjects.
• Supervising the research activities of graduate and doctoral students (thesis, and essays) and participating in continuing education activities.
• Contributing to the life of the department, school and university.
• Developing links with the academia and business communities.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates must:
• Hold a Ph.D. degree in business administration with a specialization in management information systems or equivalent. Candidates may be in the process of completing their doctoral studies in this field.
• Have an excellent publication record or demonstrate a strong potential for future publications;
• Be able to teach in the subjects related to MIS;
• Demonstrate research interests compatible with those of the MIS Department;
• During a presentation to the department members of the candidate’s research, demonstrate the ability to transmit research results effectively and explain the scientific implications and practical contributions to business management;
• During a presentation to the department members, demonstrate the ability to develop links with the academia and business communities;
• During a presentation to the department members, demonstrate the ability to deliver high quality instruction in the field of expertise;
• Have the aptitude for communicating and teaching in French, as well as a mastery of English; For those who don’t know French will get 2-3 years to learn French.
• Be familiar with the other disciplines of business administration;
• Demonstrate the ability to obtain research funding.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND TREATMENT
Salary according to the current collective agreement at Université Laval.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For further information on research activities related to the position, candidates are invited to consult the department website at: https://www4.fsa.ulaval.ca/la-faculte/departements-et-ecole/departement-desystemes-dinformation organisationnels/

STARTING DATE
June 1st, 2020

APPLICATIONS
The files will be analyzed as and when they are received. Virtual pre-interviews will be held for successful applications. Campus visits will take place from the beginning of January to the end of February. Pre interviews can also be done at the ICIS 2019 or HICSS 2020 conferences. Please indicate your presence at one of these two conferences to get in touch with the professors who will attend.
Application deadline: November 15, 2019

TERMS OF DEMAND
The application package must include copies of diplomas conferred, a letter of intention and detailed curriculum vitae presenting experience, publications and ongoing research.
Applications can be sent by email to: sio@fsa.ulaval.ca

Or by mail to:
Sehl Mellouli
Department Head
Management Information Systems Department
Faculté des sciences de l’administration – Pavillon Palasis-Prince
2325, rue de la Terrasse, office 1509

Contractual Academic Staff position, Retail Management, Desautels Faculty of Management – McGill University

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Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University invites applications for a two-year full-time Contractual Academic Staff (CAS) appointment in the area of Retail Management; the contract is renewable. Candidates must have a Master’s degree or possesses a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the Retail Industry. A profound understanding of retail operations and technology is required for this position. Incumbents must also possess a strong understanding of emerging trends and innovations and how these elements come together to foster operational efficiencies, competitiveness, and customer satisfaction in the retail sector. 

The CAS appointment will assume two main responsibilities. As Program Director of the new Masters of Management in Retailing program (MMR), the candidate will be responsible for all non-academic elements related to the MMR, including student recruitment and advising, career placement as well as take the lead on developing industry partnerships both locally and globally. 

As a Faculty Lecturer, the candidate will develop and deliver a 6-credit retail internship course and a 3-credit experiential course integral to the MMR as well as assume responsibility for developing and teaching other retail topics, as appropriate to a graduate student audience. The successful candidate is also expected to make substantive contributions through service to the Faculty, the University, and the broader community, by fostering research initiatives suitable for the new state-of-the-art Retail Lab, organizing the MMR international student trip and the Global Retail Case Competition; all of which are integral components of the MMR. The start date for the appointment will be August 15, 2019. 

The Desautels Faculty of Management has more than 80 full-time professors and offers B.Com., MBA, and Ph.D. degrees. The Faculty offers Retail Management programs at both the undergraduate (concentration in retailing) and graduate levels (Masters of Management in retailing starting in Fall 2020) and PhD. 

The application deadline is August 1, 2019. Applicants should submit their cover letter, a CV and three letters of reference (at least two from industry) by visiting this website: https://mcgill.ca/desautels/jobs/faculty-lecturers-cas/cas-faculty-recruitment-bensadoun-school-retail-management

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr Yu Ma (bsrm@mcgill.ca). 

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. 

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. 

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, Professor Angela Campbell, Associate Provost (Equity and Academic Policies) by email or phone at 514-398-1660. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Tier II Canadian Research Chair position, Design Thinking, Faculty of Business and Communications Studies – Mount Royal University

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Design Thinking
Design thinking is a human-centered approach to innovation and problem solving. It provides a process for inter-connectivity that can be foundational to bridging academic research with applied interdisciplinary research and is critical to changemaking. Design thinking is highly creative and is well-suited to addressing complex problems through challenging existing assumptions and creating innovative solutions.
Design Thinking scholars use this approach to further the theory and practice of their discipline. In the context of the CRC at Mount Royal University (MRU), a Design Thinking scholar will be a faculty member assigned to the appropriate department within the Faculty of Business and Communication Studies. However, the successful candidate will become a catalyst for cross-disciplinary scholarship.

About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education, and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, nearly 14,000 credit students choose from 12 bachelor degrees and 35 majors. Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is “Mohkinstsis,” which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

About the Faculty of Business and Communications Studies
The Faculty of Business and Communications Studies (FBCS) is composed of the Bissett School of Business and the School of Communication Studies. The School of Business hosts four departments:
• Accounting & Finance
• Entrepreneurship, Marketing & Social Innovation
• General Management & Human Resources
• International Business & Supply Chain Management

The School of Communication Studies hosts three departments:
• Broadcast Media Studies & Journalism
• Information Design
• Public Relations

There are several institutes closely link with the FBCS. These include:
• Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Institute for Community Prosperity
• Institute for Environmental Sustainability
• Trico Changemakers Studio

Canada Research Chair Program
The Canada Research Chair CRC program was established to enable Canadian universities to foster research excellence and enhance their role as centres of world-class research. Tier II CRC researchers are exceptional emerging researchers, recognized by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. If recommended by the search committee, the candidate will be nominated to a Tier II CRC, with the development of the proposal immediately following for the October 2019 deadline. Nominations for Canada Research Chairs are subject to review by the CRC Secretariat and appointment as a CRC is conditional on the Secretariat’s approval (see the CRC terms of reference http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/).

About the Role
The Faculty of Business and Communications Studies at Mount Royal University invites applications for a Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) in the area of design thinking research. The successful applicant will also hold a tenure-track/tenured position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The position will commence July 1, 2020, subject to acceptance of the nomination by the Canada Research Chairs Program. The successful applicant will have demonstrated evidence of a sustained and productive research program grounded in design thinking either in an academic or industry setting.
The successful applicant’s research program, while requiring independent work, should also have a collaborative component that will engage and mentor MRU students, faculty members across disciplines, government stakeholders, and community partners. The candidate will be expected to propose an original, innovative research program that demonstrates the potential to achieve international impact in the next five to ten years.
The candidate will have a reduced teaching load. The position is a tenure-track or tenured appointment. The CRC is a five-year appointment, with an opportunity to renew for an additional five years.
The successful candidate will also be expected to provide service with their home department, the Faculty of Business and Communications Studies, and the University, as well as to both the academic and broader community. 

Undergraduate Focus
Mount Royal is committed to undergraduate education and the successful candidate must demonstrate a strong undergraduate teaching background as well as the capacity to contribute to MRU’s undergraduate educational experience. The successful applicant will be prepared to complement the activities at a teaching-focused institution through the hiring of student research assistants, supervising honours projects, and teaching some courses in the applicant’s field of study to complement existing areas of strength at MRU.

Qualifications
Applicants must have obtained a PhD within the last ten years of nomination to the CRC position and will be an outstanding emerging scholar with the potential to achieve an international reputation. MRU recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., maternity or parental leave, leave due to illness) can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into consideration during the assessment process. Potential applicants who are more than 10 years from their PhD with career interruptions may contact the institution to have their eligibility reviewed through the Tier II justification process. For specific questions about eligibility, please contact Dr. Mike Quinn, Associate Vice President, Research, Scholarship and Community Engagement at mquinn@mtroyal.ca. Other questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Michael Roberts, Associate Dean Research and Scholarship, Faculty of Business and Communications Studies mroberts2@mtroyal.ca.

Applicants should submit:
• a cover letter and curriculum vitae;
• a statement of research interests and a plan for a five-year research program;
• two representative research outcomes such as academic publications, industry presentations, portfolios, projects, and products;
• a statement of teaching philosophy and interests;
• evidence of successful teaching or evidence of industry experience;
• names and contact information of four referees.

Applications must be submitted online on the MRU Human Resources Careers website. Applications will not be accepted by email. Review of applications will begin on August 15th, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2020.

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found

To Apply: https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/793

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