[AISWorld] Assistant Prof: Health Information Management, Ryerson University

[Catherine Middleton]

Please address questions about this position to Professor Jim Tiessen, Director, School of Health Services Management: jhtiessen at ryerson.ca

A Ryerson rep will be attending ICIS and would be happy to speak with anyone interested in learning more about the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada. In addition to this Health Information Management position we are also inviting applications for a tenure stream position in the School of Information Technology Management:  https://hr.cf.ryerson.ca/ams/faculty/preview.cfm?posting_id=502198

Catherine Middleton
Canada Research Chair
Ted Rogers School of Management
Ryerson University
Toronto, Canada
catherine.middleton at ryerson.ca
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The Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) at Ryerson University invites applications for a tenure stream Faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing on July 1, 2015. The position is subject to final budgetary approval.

The position will have teaching and research responsibilities in the field of Health Information Management (HIM) and will be based in the School of Health Services Management (in TRSM). This position is directed to candidates who have a PhD in Health Information Management or a related field.

The position is most appropriate for candidates with strong, independent and dynamic research capabilities, evidenced by an emerging or established record of scholarly publications. Candidates must be enthusiastic about teaching and have demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence particularly at the undergraduate level, though graduate teaching may also be available. Experience working in the HIM field is an asset. Research and teaching interests could include quality management, electronic medical records, privacy, decision support and database design, all as related to HIM. The successful candidate has a capacity for collaboration and collegial service. This includes working collaboratively on research, teaching and outreach in the healthcare sector.

Please forward a detailed curriculum vitae, short statements of teaching and research interests in the area of health information management, copies of teaching evaluations (or equivalent, such as teaching dossier), recent publications or working papers, and names of three references. Please identify in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Applications are preferred before January 7, 2015 but will be accepted until the position is filled.

Review of applications will begin November 17, 2014. All applications received by that date will be guaranteed consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Letters should be addressed to the Director, James Tiessen.     Applications can be uploaded by applying below by clicking on "Start Application Process" online via our Faculty Recruitment Portal.
 
The School of Health Services Management offers a Bachelor of Health Administration (BHA) in Health Services Management and Health Information Management. Both programs are designed primarily for working health professionals holding information management or clinical designations. The School is certified by the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA). The HIM program is recognized by the Canadian Health Information Management Association.

Ryerson University is known for innovative programs built on the integration of theoretical and applied learning. More than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs are distinguished by a professionally focused curriculum and strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities. Ryerson is also a leader in adult learning, with the largest university-based continuing education school in Canada. Ryerson University is located in the multi-cultural heart of downtown Toronto, close to several of Canada’s leading healthcare providers.

The Ted Rogers School of Management offers Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) and graduate (MBA and MMSc) degrees, in addition to the BHA. With an emphasis on relevant curriculum and excellence in teaching and research, our Schools continue to demonstrate their commitment to innovation and program quality by combining academic rigour with experiential learning.


This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed: http://www.ryerson.ca/teaching/agreements/index.html. The RFA’s website can be found at: http://rfa.ryerson.ca/. A summary of RFA benefits can be found at: http://www.ryerson.ca/hr/benefits/benefits_by_group/rfa/index.html.