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Assistant Professor in Management Information Systems

University of Saskatchewan

Publiée: July 04, 2025

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Finance and Management Science, Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026 (or as the position is filled).

The successful candidate will be required to initiate, lead, and participate in research activities, pursue external funding to support such research activities, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in areas related to management information systems (interest and ability to teach courses related to supply chain management is a plus), supervise student research projects, and undertake relevant administrative activities, including meetings and committee work, in a collaborative, collegial environment, where teaching expertise and the ability to publish research in quality journals are highly valued.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree specializing in Management Information Systems (or relevant areas) from a recognized university (an AACSB accredited institution is strongly preferred). Candidates near the completion of their Ph.D. are eligible to apply providing the requirements for the Ph.D. degree will be completed imminently. Candidates must have an interest and the ability to engage in scholarly activities as evidenced by an established research agenda with the potential to publish high-quality research in leading management information systems, business analytics, supply chain management, management science, or operations management journals. They must also demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills and student mentorship abilities in areas related to management information systems and supply chain management, as well as effective interpersonal and communication skills. The candidate is expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses and supervise research-orientated graduate and undergraduate students (B.Comm. Honours, MSc in Management, and Ph.D. in Applied Economics), with a typical teaching load of four courses per year. Being familiar with big data analytics tools and optimization, simulation, and ERP software would be an asset.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, 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 a complete application, which includes the following:
-A cover letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status*;
-A detailed and current curriculum vitae;
-A research statement and a current working paper from your research;
-A teaching statement including evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available; and
-Three current letters of reference forwarded by the referees directly to the Department Head at the email address noted below.

*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.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Completed applications must be emailed to:

Prof. Shan Wang
Search Committee Chair and Head, Department of Finance and Management Science
Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK, S7N 5A7
E-mail: mis.search@edwards.usask.ca

Only complete applications will be considered. The search committee will start reviewing application on August 1, 2025 and applications received after December 1, 2025 will not be considered. Prof. Shan Wang and other faculty members from the department will be conducting interview at AMCIS 2025 (Montreal, Canada). Please indicate in your cover letter if you are available for an interview at AMCIS 2025. Selected candidates will be contacted for an onsite interview.

The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026 (or as the position is filled).

The University of Saskatchewan is an internationally recognized research intensive university that has a rich history. The Edwards School of Business has an undergraduate business program with approximately 2,600 students. As an AACSB accredited business school, we also have thriving MPAcc, M.Sc., and MBA programs. For more information on the Edwards School of Business, please visit our website at http://www.edwards.usask.ca. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, 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 teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000.