Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Operations Management

Competition 1292

Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton. This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person.

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Working for the Department of Accounting and Business Analytics

The Department of Accounting and Business Analytics in the Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Operations Management. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

Candidates will have graduated from an Operations Management PhD program in an accredited business school. Candidates who are close to PhD completion may be considered; however, the appointment will be contingent upon the completion of the PhD by an agreed-upon date. Candidates will possess an excellent research record or have the potential to publish in top business journals (including Management Science, Operations Research, Manufacturing & Service Operations Management, and Production and Operations Management), have a methodological focus on mathematical modelling, and have shown evidence of or demonstrated potential for teaching excellence. Candidates will have a proven track record of (or demonstrated interest in) institution building and service in addition to exceptional scholarship in Operations Management. Proficiency in English is required.

Responsibilities include teaching operations management or business analytics courses in undergraduate and graduate programs, conducting and publishing research in top-tier operations management journals, and service to the School’s academic activities. The Alberta School of Business has an energetic PhD program and the successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in its continuing success and development.

The Alberta School of Business is one of the world’s leading institutions in business education and research and is the first and longest continually accredited business school in Canada. We’re positioned to help shape the future of business with over 140 tenured, tenure-track faculty and full—and part-time academic teaching staff members who are at the forefront of cutting-edge research and innovative teaching. With 3,000+ students in our undergraduate program and 950 students in our graduate programs (including 58 PhD students), we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. We equip our faculty and students with the latest insights and tools to ensure students receive a transformative learning experience that prepares them for success in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Since 1916, the innovative ideas, entrepreneurial spirit and leadership of the School’s more than 33,000 alumni have strengthened businesses and communities worldwide. We actively foster partnerships with local businesses, organizations and government agencies, allowing our students and faculty to address real-world challenges and contribute directly to the local and global economy. Our outreach programs extend beyond the classroom, empowering students to use their skills for the betterment of society.

At the Alberta School of Business, you’ll be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community that values collaboration, inclusivity and continuous growth, making it an exceptional place to contribute your talents and expertise.

Located in Western Canada, the province of Alberta boasts diverse landscapes from the Canadian Rocky Mountains to wide open prairies and blue skies. The University of Alberta is situated in the provincial capital of Edmonton. This city is a vibrant multi-cultural centre with over one million people that offers the benefits of an urban lifestyle combined with high-quality schools, varied restaurants, excellent theatre, year-round festivals, reliable public transportation and ample recreation opportunities.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and is competitive with similar research-focused business schools in North America.

Application Instructions:

Please click "Apply Now" and submit the following in one PDF document under "Resume & Cover Letter: a curriculum vitae, samples of research, any available teaching ratings, and names of three referees who have been asked to send confidential letters of assessment.

Please have your referees send their letters of assessment by e-mail (PDF files) to:

Dr. Karim Jamal, Chair

Department of Accounting and Business Analytics

Alberta School of Business

Email to: abachair@ualberta.ca

This competition will remain open until filled.