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Lawrence , Kansas, The University of Kansas, School of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track business analytics position at the assistant professor level.  This position starts in Fall 2021.  Salary and support are competitive.  Candidates should have completed, or anticipate completion of, their Ph.D. by August 2021; have strong potential to publish in top tier journals in business analytics, data science, information systems, or information management; and have potential for effective teaching in the area of business analytics.  Candidates' special interests should be outlined in the research statement required as part of the application package. Such areas could include, but are not limited to: the application of data analytics or information management to contemporary business problems, business intelligence, decision support systems, cloud computing, data visualization/graphics, data mining, information systems, machine learning, multivariate and/or Bayesian statistics, computer simulation and modeling, Big Data analytics, scripting languages or programming frameworks (e.g. R, SAS, SQL, Python, Hadoop, Java, MatLab), data management platforms (SAP, Oracle, etc.), analytics tools (Spotfire, Tableau, Oracle Data Visualization, Pentaho, etc.), engagement with the business community on digital innovation, data analysis, or providing insights and solutions in the application fields of health care, energy, fraud detection, finance, retailing, or insurance. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of under-represented groups in higher education. The University of Kansas, School of Business has been educating students and creating business leaders since 1924. In May 2016, the school moved into the $70.5 million, 166,500-square-foot Capitol Federal Hall . The main campus is located in Lawrence, Kansas, 45 minutes west of Kansas City. For information about the University of Kansas, School of Business and living in Lawrence, see http://business.ku.edu/ and https://www.ku.edu/about-lawrence . To apply go to https://employment.ku.edu/academic/18167BR . A complete online application will include a: (1) letter of application describing experience and accomplishments, (2) record of productivity in teaching, research and service as noted in CV, (3) research statement and supplemental materials, (e.g., publications), and (4) teaching statement and supplemental materials (e.g., teaching portfolio, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations). Letters of recommendation will be requested from selected applicants as the search process moves beyond the initial screening round.  First review of applicants will begin on December 26, 2020 and will continue until position(s) filled.  University of Kansas is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected Veteran status.

London, Ontario, Canada, The Ivey Business School at Western University, London, Ontario seeks two candidates for a Probationary (tenure-track) appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, or Tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in the area of Management Science area, which includes Data Science and Business Analytics. The successful candidates will have a PhD in Management, Business or a related discipline. The positions are available to begin in July 2021, although alternate start dates may be arranged. The successful candidates will be expected to teach management science subjects (including business analytics, management statistics and data science) in our student-centered, case-based undergraduate, MBA, or EMBA programs, or in the MSc or PhD programs. In addition to teaching, the successful candidates will also contribute to and complement the school’s extensive research on Management Science and Business Analytics, specifically, with regard to Revenue Management, Health Care, Supply Chain Management, and Optimization. Tenured Appointment: Applicants for a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor will hold a PhD. The ideal candidate will have published in the highest quality academic outlets and is a recognized expert in his or her field of research. Preference will be given to candidates who provide evidence of strong teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level and supervision of graduate students. Probationary (Tenure-Track) Appointment: Applicants for a probationary (tenure-track) appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor must have completed a PhD. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and the ability to publish in high quality academic outlets. They should also have the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Application Procedure: Applicants are encouraged to submit materials (curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation and copies of research papers) online to facultypositions@ivey.ca (See http://www.ivey.uwo.ca/faculty/career-opportunities/ for other application details). Please ensure that the form available at http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/faculty/Application-FullTime-Faculty-Position-Form.pdf is completed and included in your application submission. Review of applicants will commence on January 4, 2021 . Applications will be considered until the position is filled. The Ivey Business School is Canada’s premier business school and is recognized globally for the quality of its management education and research. The School’s major activities include highly regarded MBA, MSc, undergraduate, and doctoral programs, and a diverse portfolio of executive programs. The School is internationally oriented in terms of curricula, research, faculty, and student exchanges, with campuses in London (Canada), Toronto and Hong Kong. Ivey is the world’s second largest distributor of case studies. Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.   Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact facultypositions@ivey.ca .

Los Angeles, California, University of Southern California Marshall School of Business Tenure-Track Operations Management (Open-Rank Position)   The Marshall School of Business invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track position in Operations Management starting in Fall 2021.  Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong potential for scholarly research in Operations Management and an interest in teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Candidates should have completed their Ph.D. by Fall 2021 in Operations Management or a related discipline such as Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Economics, or Computer Science.  Please submit all application materials via:  https://facultypositions.usc.edu/FAS/application/position?postingId=REQ20094886 For full consideration please ensure that all materials are uploaded by Dec 4, 2020 .  Complete applications will include i) a curriculum vitae, ii) a research statement, iii) a teaching statement with any previous teaching evaluations if available iv) names and email addresses of three people who will be contacted for reference letters.  Applicants may optionally also submit v) a diversity statement describing how you would contribute to and promote the culture of diversity and inclusion at USC Marshall.  If you have any further questions, please contact DSO.FacultySearch.OM@gmail.com . About DSO: DSO faculty is a collaborative and inclusive group of scholars who value diverse pedagogical, curricular, and methodological approaches. We have broad, interdisciplinary research interests that span operations management, engineering, and the social sciences.  Additional information about the Data Sciences and Operations department, its faculty, and the Marshall school can be obtained at http://www.marshall.usc.edu/dso

Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a government-funded tertiary institution in Hong Kong.  It offers programmes at various levels including Doctorate, Master’s, and Bachelor’s degrees.  It has a full-time academic staff strength of around 1,200.  The total annual consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of HK$7.4 billion.   DEPARTMENT OF LOGISTICS AND MARITIME STUDIES   Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Supply Chain and Operations Management   The Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies is one of the constituent departments of the Faculty of Business. The Department offers a full range of degree programmes in supply chain and operations management, maritime studies and others. The Department takes a multi-disciplinary approach to establishing an area of excellence in logistics, supply chain, and operations management. It strives to be a key player in Hong Kong’s pursuit to become an international logistics hub.   The Department’s research portfolio lies in both academic and applied research. Professional services to industries are also provided by the academic staff in the form of consultancy in such areas as efficiency and quality improvement studies, market and operational analyses, optimisation, production, purchasing, and supply chain management.  The Department also runs various self-financed programmes tailor-made to meet specific industry needs.   Please visit the website at http://www.lms.polyu.edu.hk for more information about the Department.   Duties   The appointee will be required to: undertake teaching duties at various levels in the area of Supply Chain and Operations Management; supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and theses; conduct research in related areas and contribute to the development of the Department’s research strengths; initiate, lead and participate in scholarly research in their areas of expertise and be active in research leading to quality journal publications and in bidding for external research grants and applied research projects; engage in programme/curriculum planning, development and administration; undertake relevant administrative duties; and perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or his delegates.   Qualifications Applicants should have: (a)     a PhD degree in a related discipline; (b)     solid experience in teaching and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research; (c)     a proven record in research and scholarships; and (d)     qualities of creativity, initiative and leadership.   Preference will be given to those with prior business/managerial experience in related industries. Applicants should state clearly the rank they apply for.  Applicants for appointment at Professor or Associate Professor level should have substantial years of relevant post-qualification experience and an excellent record of relevant academic and research achievement.  Applicants with less experience will be considered for appointment as Assistant Professor.   Remuneration and Conditions of Service   A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.  Initial appointment for Assistant Professor will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract.  Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.  An appropriate term will be provided for appointment at Associate Professor/Professor levels.  For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/TC.htm .  Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application.    Application   Please send a completed application form to Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong or via email to hrstaff@polyu.edu.hk . Application forms can be obtained via the above channels or downloaded from http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/forms.php . If a separate curriculum vitae is to be provided, please still complete the application form which will help speed up the recruitment process. Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.   The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/pics.php .   PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.     November 2020

Warren, Michigan, The Advanced Analytics COE (Center of Expertise) of General Motors Chief Data and Analytics Office is looking for highly motivated, collaborative individuals to join our growing team. Our mission is to identify and analyze strategic opportunities to improve GM’s profitability, increase operational efficiency and provide customer insights. Application focus areas are enterprise-wide including customer analytics, finance, marketing, product development, revenue management, quality, and supply chain and logistics.  This position requires mathematical expertise, creative problem solving, cross-functional communication, teamwork, technical documentation, and presentation and project/technical leadership skills. Candidates should demonstrate an exceptional ability to adapt to ambiguous business objectives, and clearly communicate the value of business analytics to a non-technical audience. Note: the application link is set up for both entry-level and senior-level positions, though it only indicates "senior researcher". Ph.D. preferred / MS required in a technical discipline, such as operations research, applied mathematics, statistics, decision science, econometrics, engineering, marketing, or artificial intelligence/machine learning Excellent collaboration skills with project teams, management, customers, and experts Excellent oral and written communication skills with a particular strength in explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences Ability to quickly learn and adapt skills to work on various projects in different technical and functional areas Ability and willingness to contribute on multiple levels including: data preparation, algorithm development, documentation, programming, project management, conducting experiments, and interacting with clients Interested in systems-level modeling and analysis of complex problems that may be poorly defined and cross functional, and may have uncertainty, multiple objectives, or decisions involving trade-offs Proficient in one or more of the following (or equivalent): AMPL/GAMS, AnyLogic, C/C++, CPLEX/Gurobi, Java, LISREL, OpenCL, OpenCV, Python, R, SQL, SPSS, SmartPLS, Stata, TensorFlow, Weka, GPU/parallel programming experience About us : We are a highly motivated, interdisciplinary team that values intense, respectful collaboration.  Our deep expertise and broad experience provides the foundation to creatively solve seemingly intractable problems. We are energetic, fun, curious, and most importantly, supportive of each other.  If this is an environment in which you will thrive, we invite you to engage with our talented Analytics Research Team at General Motors.

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