[AISWorld] Vacancy: Professor in Information Systems (University of Otago, New Zealand)

[Michael Winikoff]

Professor in Information Systems, University of Otago

The University of Otago, New Zealand’s top ranked university for research quality, is seeking an internationally recognised academic leader with expertise in Information Systems to join the Department of Information Science within the Business School, Division of Commerce.

With a record of world-class research and teaching, the successful candidate will play a leadership role in an exciting new facet of the department, leading curriculum development in the area of Information Systems, including strategic, managerial and business aspects.

The appointment offers the opportunity to assume appropriate leadership responsibilities at the Department, Division and University levels. The successful candidate will have the capability and willingness to potentially serve as Head of Department at some time in the future.

Additional responsibilities include: supervising postgraduate research students, mentoring the research activities of staff, and developing key collaborations between the Business School, relevant academics, business, industry and government partners. 

With a PhD or equivalent, the ideal candidate will have a track record of eminent scholarly research, with evidence of a substantial international reputation, including: an active research agenda, an extensive and current record of publication in top international journals, and demonstrated ability to generate external research funding. The successful appointee will have a track record of effective curriculum design and delivery, demonstrated evidence of supervision of postgraduate research students and high quality teaching at a range of levels.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to cooperate and maintain effective relationships are also essential. 

To apply - please go to www.jofisher.com and click on “APPLY ONLINE” using reference UOOpis0812, addressing your cover letter and CV to Ms Kathy Kane, or call +64 9 282 4240 for further information.

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Established in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand’s oldest and most research-intensive university, top ranked for its research quality. It has a total enrolment of about 22,000 students spread across four academic divisions. The Business School is internationally recognised with EQUIS and AACSB accreditations and is part of the prestigious PIM (Partners in International Management) network.

For more information visit www.otago.ac.nz/business

The Department of Information Science has a broad focus in its research and teaching, covering not just traditional information systems topics, but also more technologically focused topics such as mobile devices and networks, and software engineering. 

Applications close: 
Monday 24 September 2012

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