Assistant Professor - Sustainable Supply Chain

Ontario Tech University

Assistant Professor - Sustainable Supply Chain

Tracking Code: req1368

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Business and Information Technology

Appointment Type: Tenured and Tenure-Track, Full-time Continuing

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Grade: Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date: October 29, 2024

Application Review Date: November 30, 2024 or until a suitable candidate has been found

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, is proud to encourage an interactive, information-sharing culture for our individual staff, and teams which enhance organizational effectiveness. Ontario Tech’s innovative programs, and technology-enriched learning environment create an atmosphere of academic excellence. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

The Faculty of Business & Information Technology at Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in the field of Sustainable Supply Chain Management. This position would start on July 1, 2025, or as soon as it is filled, subject to budgetary approval.

Applicants should hold a PhD, or be near completion of their doctorate, with a specialization in Operations Management, Management Science, Supply Chain Management, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach and develop courses in sustainable operations and supply chain management and conduct research in this area.

The successful candidate must present evidence of the following:

a strong academic background;
strong track record or potential in innovative and scholarly research leading to top-ranked peer-assessed publications; and
strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to:

attract tri-council funding and train HQP
engage in leading-edge research with colleagues and students; and
promote their research externally and build relationships with relevant industry and/or academic partners.
The successful candidate will pursue research in a wide range of areas within operations and supply chain management, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in both theoretical and applied domains. Potential research fields include, but are not limited to, supply chain sustainability, environmental transparency of operations and supply chains, corporate social responsibility, sustainable supply chain risk management. impact of emerging technologies on sustainable supply chains and operations, climate-resilient supply chains.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach or develop undergraduate and graduate courses in the specific field of sustainable supply chain as well as the broader filed of operations and supply chain management. These courses may include, but are not limited to, Sustainable Supply Chain Management, Business Sustainability, Ethical and Social Responsibility in Supply Chains, Special Topics in Sustainable Supply Chain, Introduction to Operations Management, Risk Management Frameworks, Supply Chain Management, Global Operations and Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation Management, and Purchasing and Inventory Management. The Faculty is looking for candidates that are interested in developing new courses within these areas to further expand our course offerings.

Ontario Tech is committed to fostering technology with a conscience and sustainability. We recognize the profound impact that technological innovations can have on society, the environment, and human well-being. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate how they can integrate this concern/issue into their academic pursuits. This may include incorporating discussions of ethical considerations, social responsibility and sustainability into course curricula; conducting research that addresses pressing societal challenges or promotes sustainable business practices; and engaging with interdisciplinary initiatives that seek to harness the power of technology for positive social change. Additionally, candidates should articulate their willingness to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to advance these shared goals and to communicate their research findings and activities with the public.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct active and innovative research programs and to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Ontario Tech is a technology-enhanced learning environment and the candidate shall be expected to have skills in the integration of technology into teaching and to model those skills in their own teaching in the University’s web-centric and mobile learning environment. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in Business and Information Technology or be near completion of their doctorate ; a strong academic background; and an established record of excellence in innovative and scholarly research leading to peer assessed publications. Candidates must also demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions. In addition, candidates should possess excellent English language skills demonstrating an ability to ensure strong, two-way communications on an ongoing basis that contribute to collaborative/collegial relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the community at large.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 40% Research, 40% Teaching and 20% Service workload each year.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2024 or until a suitable candidate has been found. Applicants should submit in electronic format (as a single pdf file) a covering letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a statement of teaching interests/experience; evidence of high quality teaching; an outline of their present research program; a brief future research plan; and the names of three referees through the Ontario Tech website.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

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