Canada Research Chair, Operations Management and Information Systems, Schulich School of Business

Université York

Canada Research Chair, Operations Management and Information Systems, Schulich School of Business
Schulich School of Business
Date Posted: September 11, 2024
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

Schulich School of Business https://schulich.yorku.ca/ at York University invites highly qualified applicants for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) at the rank of an Associate or Full Professor in Operations Management Information Systems (OMIS). This appointment is contingent upon successful nomination to the Canada Research Chairs program (http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/) at the Tier 1 level. This is a tenure-track appointment to the Professorial Stream to commence July 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Operations Management and Information Systems https://schulich.yorku.ca/specializations/bba-operations-management/ (OMIS) Area at the Schulich School of Business https://schulich.yorku.ca/ is committed to leading the evolution of the disciplines upon which it is founded. At the core of these efforts are our Masters of Management in Artificial Intelligence https://schulich.yorku.ca/programs/mmai/ (MMAI), Masters of Business Analytics https://schulich.yorku.ca/programs/mban/ (MBAN), and Masters of Supply Chain Management https://schulich.yorku.ca/programs/mscm/ (MSCM) programs, as well as our MBA and BBA offerings. These programs’ designs were informed by an interdisciplinary paradigm to meet the challenges of a data-driven business environment that builds on management theories, statistics, operations research, information systems, economics, statistics, and computer science.

We are particularly interested in scholars with expertise in artificial intelligence, business analytics, and supply chain management; however, excellent candidates with other areas of OMIS specialization will be considered. The scholar must be able to teach advanced courses in one or more of our MMAI, MBAN, and MSCM programs. They will be expected to initiate new research collaborations within and outside the business school, recruit and supervise graduate students involving them in cutting-edge research and publish findings in top-tier journals. The scholar should have a vision for leading the OMIS area and its programs, fostering a climate of collaboration and collegiality within the area and across the business school, the scholar should also support the growth and professional development of OMIS-area faculty.

The Canada Research Chairs (CRC) program seeks to attract outstanding researchers for careers at Canadian universities. Tier 1 Chairs are intended for outstanding researchers acknowledged by their peers as world leaders in their fields. Appointment to a Tier 1 Chair is for seven years, is renewable once, and comes with enhanced research support from the program. Nominees for Tier 1 Chair positions must be full professors or associate professors who are expected to be promoted to the full professor level within one or two years of the nomination. Alternatively, if they come from outside the academic sector, nominees must possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at these levels. Please see the CRC website for further eligibility details.

Recognizing the underrepresentation of women and gender minorities among CRCs, this position is open only to qualified researchers who indicate on the Affirmative Action self-identification form (see below) that they identify as women or gender non-conforming (e.g., genderfluid, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, trans man, trans woman). The appointment is part of the University’s Affirmative Action program, which is based on the special program provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code.

York acknowledges the potential impact of various life circumstances (e.g., illness, disability, caregiving, family commitments) on a candidate’s record of research and other achievements. Candidates are encouraged to describe such circumstances and their impact in their application. This information will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process.

Candidate Qualifications:
Degree: PhD in Operations Management, Information Systems, Operations Research, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related area.

Scholarship:
• A coherent and well-articulated program of research / research creation and/or professional practice and specialization in specific areas.
• A record of generating innovative, substantive, rigorous, and as appropriate, externally funded research and/or research creation.
• A record of making influential contributions and demonstrating excellence in the field (e.g., publications in key journals, major presentations, awards and accolades, editorial board memberships of leading academic journals, government panels, and boards of directors).
Teaching:
• A record of excellence in graduate-level teaching and dedication to students (e.g., advising PhD students, teaching accomplishments, pedagogical innovations, student and peer evaluations).
• Suitability for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies, given that the position will involve graduate teaching and supervision.

Additional: Has the ability and willingness to take leadership roles directing our Master’s programs as well as undertaking other administrative responsibilities within the business school.

Hiring Policies:
• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.
• York is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, in its community. Details of the AA Program, which applies to women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, can be found here https://acadjobs.info.yorku.ca/affirmative-action/ or by contacting Christal Chapman, EDI Program Manager (chapman7@yorku.ca).
• York welcomes and employs scholars from all over the world. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• York has a policy on Accommodation in Employment for Persons with Disabilities http://secretariat-policies.info.yorku.ca/policies/accommodation-in-employment-for-persons-with-disabilities/ and is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation are invited to contact Prof. Henry Kim, Co-Chair of the Hiring Committee at hkim@schulich.yorku.ca.

Application Process:
• Due date for completed applications: January 31, 2025

• Required materials: 1) current CV; 2) cover letter (detailing why you would be an excellent fit for the Schulich School of Business and the OMIS area); 3) a one-page letter outlining their vision, goals, and suitability for the CRC chair; 4) two samples of published research papers that represent the best examples of their work; and 5) information demonstrating teaching excellence and philosophy (e.g. course evaluations, teaching dossier). References will only be requested for shortlisted candidates.
• Provide required information regarding your Canadian work status and optional self-identification for Affirmative Action purposes as part of the online application.
• Direct questions about the position to contact Search Committee Co-Chairs, Prof. Henry Kim (hkim@schulich.yorku.ca) or Prof. Moren Levesque (mlevesque@schulich.yorku.ca).

Submit materials: at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SB_CRC

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