[AISWorld] Open Rank Tenure-Track Position at McGill University

[Warut Khern-am-nuai, Prof]

The IS Area of the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University invites applications for an open rank tenure-track position in the area of financial technologies (Fintech) and business analytics.

We are looking for candidates with strong research backgrounds to fill an open rank IS position for September 2018. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Information Systems or related fields upon starting the position, or plan to have completed the requirements for their Ph.D. by December 2018. Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate, MBA, and Ph.D. level courses. Candidate should demonstrate their ability to teach courses on Fintech (e.g., crowdfunding, digital currencies, blockchain technology, and mobile payments) or business analytics. Preferences will be given to the candidates who can cover both Fintech and business analytics.

The IS area counts 10 professors (see http://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/faculty) who have diverse research interests at the cutting-edge of the discipline, and have published in the highest-level outlets. The IS area offers a great diversity of courses and programs to help management students navigate the challenges and opportunities of the digital world. The Desautels Faculty of Management is an integral part of McGill and contributes to the University's reputation and success through its academic programs, its faculty teaching and research, its innovative partnerships with the business community and its international outreach. The Faculty currently has 80 tenured or tenure-track professors and offers several degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, doctoral and executive levels, including a BCom, an MBA, a bilingual EMBA, and a Ph.D. in Management. (see http://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/)

Established in 1821, McGill University is an internationally known, research-intensive university. In 2017, it was 30th in the QS University Ranking. Located in Montréal, one of the world's great cities, the University benefits from a milieu rich in culture, recreation and diversity (see http://www.mcgill.ca).
A complete application package should include: (1) a cover letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, (5) three letters of references, and (6) sample research papers. Candidates with teaching experience should also include evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applications must be submitted to the following website: https://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/research/specializations/information-systems/recruitment-information-systems
Preference will be given to applications submitted by November 12th, 2017. Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be conducted at ICIS 2017 or via Skype (for those who cannot attend ICIS). Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Kunsoo Han (kunsoo.han at mcgill.ca).
McGill University is committed to diversity and equity in employment. It welcomes applications from: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, visible minorities, and others who may contribute to diversification. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Warut Khern-am-nuai, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Desautels Faculty of Management
McGill University
1001 Sherbrooke St. W.
Montreal QC H3A 1G5
phone: (514) 398-4098
warut.khern-am-nuai at mcgill.ca