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  • Waltham, Massachusetts, Endowed Chair Professor/Associate Professor, Computer Information Systems Bentley University Job Description Summary Summary: The Department of Computer Information Systems (CIS) at Bentley University invites applications for the Chester B. Slade endowed chair position at the professor level (or, in exceptional circumstances, at the associate professor level) starting in July 2024. Bentley is committed to the teacher-scholar model where teaching, scholarship, service and community engagement are expected and valued. We seek qualified faculty who represent diverse backgrounds, interests and talents and share a commitment to high ethical standards and a willingness to embrace challenge and change. The Bentley CIS department is one of the largest IS departments among U.S. academic institutions. The department offers degree programs at the undergraduate level and contributes courses to several other programs at Bentley, including the undergraduate general education core, the graduate analytics core, MBA core, and MBA concentrations. Areas of teaching include business intelligence and analytics, applied artificial intelligence, data and information management, business process management, cybersecurity, FinTech, Health IT, IS strategy, organizational and societal impact of IT, enterprise architecture, computing and communication infrastructure, web & mobile technologies, NLP, application development, and IT project management. The CIS faculty's scholarship encompasses several areas of information systems and computer science, and their research receives external funding and appears in leading publication outlets. For more information about the CIS department, see https://www.bentley.edu/academics/departments/computer-information-systems . Bentley University, located in suburban Boston, is an AACSB and NECHE accredited institution that enrolls approximately 5,500 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels. Bentley is ranked at or near the top in several categories by US News & World Report, including Best Regional Universities North and Most Innovative Schools, with Bloomberg ranking Bentley in the top 20 undergraduate business programs. Bentley's high graduation and retention rates and top-ranked Pulsifer Career Center reflects a commitment to student success and inclusiveness. With a strong faculty of teacher-scholars, Bentley strives to be a "Force for Good" through the integration of business with the arts and sciences, and a strong emphasis on ethics and social responsibility. Providing a stimulating academic community for faculty, staff, and students, Bentley supports its faculty as they pursue cutting-edge research and bring their expertise and real world understanding into the classroom. Minimum Qualifications: A qualified candidate should have an outstanding record of accomplishments in both research and teaching appropriate for the candidate's level of experience, an ongoing and high-quality research program, and a PhD in Information Systems, Computer Science, Management Science, Data Analytics, or a related field. Particular consideration will be given to candidates with experience in the Financial Technology (FinTech) area who can support Bentley's newly launched FinTech major and other initiatives in innovative forward thinking technological fields. Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, candidates must submit the following as part of the application: Up-to-date curriculum vitae Letter of interest Teaching statement, which should include a description of how the faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create and support an inclusive classroom environment List of up to five papers List of three references (names and contact information). Bentley will contact these confidential references for those candidates moving forward in the process. For best consideration, please submit your application electronically on the Bentley University's Careers webpage by January 16, 2024 ; however, applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the completion of the search process / until the position is filled. For confidential inquiries, expressions of interest or nominations, please contact Alina Chircu, recruiting committee chair, at achircu@bentley.edu . CIS faculty will be available at the AMCIS conference in August 2023 and ICIS conference in December 2023 for informal discussions regarding this position. Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening. DIVERSITY STATEMENT Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community. Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds. Apply Here PI233238339
  • Boston, Massachusetts, The Questrom School of Business at Boston University seeks to hire a non-tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor trained in Information Systems , Computer Science, Product Management, Digital Transformation, Business Analytics, Data Science, and/or related disciplines. Pending Provost budgetary approval, the anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2024. We seek outstanding candidates who would be comfortable in, stimulated by, and engaged with both the graduate and undergraduate student populations as well as corporate partners. Candidates with relevant experience in industry are encouraged to apply; at least 2 years of industry experience is desired.   Faculty will be expected to teach graduate courses in the MS in Business Analytics and the MBA+MS in Digital Technology program. The former is a technical Master's program offering rigorous hands-on training in solving data problems in business context, the latter is a technical masters degree that many of our MBA students obtain simultaneously with their business degree.  Faculty may also be asked to guide students in capstone projects focusing on product-oriented problems in partnership with corporate partners. The Questrom School of Business is building a strong group of faculty with expertise in product management and data analytics. Key hires in this area in recent years represent a strategic focus for the school. Our world-class faculty conduct interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Information Systems, Economics, and Machine Learning. Our faculty include global experts in the areas of fintech, digital healthcare, online reputation systems, platform economics, and social media, among others. Questrom is regularly ranked among the top global institutions for research output, and eleven Questrom faculty (five in IS) have recently been named among the top 2% of all scientists globally for citation impact. The strengths of the Questrom School in analytics along with its diverse and outstanding student body has led to the MSBA program being ranked in the top-10 in the USA. Thus, this position presents an exciting opportunity to teach advanced analytics and product management in a business context. Required and Desired Skills: A PhD in information systems, operations research, computer science, engineering, applied math or statistics is required. Technical industry experience is highly desirable. A deep knowledge of the methods for construction of modern digital products is essential; actual industry experience with such is highly desired. Applicants should have a working knowledge of cloud-based development, web-tech, cell-phone tech, backend systems including databases, data pipelines, and dev-ops/prod-ops.  Applicants should have product management expertise, including an understanding of requirements gathering and research, design thinking, UI/UX and design tooling. Applicants should be familiar with project management concepts including agile / scrum, as well as the tools facilitating its deployment. Knowledge of digital transformation projects, including process analysis and data-driven iterative development is desirable. A data-oriented view on product development is part of our curricular goals. Therefore, experience in applied machine learning techniques and ability to work with large datasets leveraging latest technologies is desired. The ability to teach the above skills in a hands-on manner to students (including novices) using Python and other appropriate technologies with the help of applied industry examples is essential. Candidates should have strong communication skills and demonstrate a strong ability to teach. Prior experience in teaching courses at the undergraduate or graduate level is desirable. The Questrom School of Business believes that the cultural and social diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our research and academic programs. To that end, we are especially eager to have colleagues join our ranks who support our institutional commitment to ensuring BU is inclusive, equitable, diverse, and a place where all constituents can thrive. The Questrom School of Business seeks to continue diversifying our faculty, student and staff ranks, recognizing that diversity of experience and thought deepens the intellectual endeavor. The Questrom School of Business offers generous research and teaching support. The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE. Interested parties should apply via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/26653 In your application, please include (1) cover letter (2) CV (3) programming sample or reference to one on e.g. github (4) teaching evaluations or equivalent content demonstrating teaching ability (5) 2-3 references.   Please contact our department administrators with any questions regarding the position or application process through email at qstacademicsupport@bu.edu .   Application Deadline: For full consideration apply by January 15, 2024. We will evaluate applications on a rolling basis and accept them until the position is filled. BU conducts a background check on all final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. The background check includes contacting the final candidate’s current and previous employer(s) to ask whether, in the last seven years, there has been a substantiated finding of misconduct violating that employer’s applicable sexual misconduct policies. To implement this process, the University requires a final candidate to complete and sign the form entitled “Authorization to Release Information” after execution of an offer letter. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  
  • San Francisco, California, Manager, Oracle Consulting-Human Capital (Multiple Positions), PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services LLC, San Francisco, CA. Assist clients implement and effectively use Oracle offerings to solve their business problems in the areas of finance, operations, human capital, customer, and governance, risk and compliance. Help clients assess the benefits of upgrading or replacing their human resource systems. Assist organizations by using enterprise technology to achieve their digital technology goals and capitalize on business opportunities. Analyze complex business issues from strategy to execution. Demonstrate in-depth technical expertise. Identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients. Coach and supervise teams.   40 hrs./week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Salary: $200,000 -$200,000 /yr.   MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :   Must have a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Business Administration, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field, plus 5 years of progressive, post-bachelor’s related work experience.   In the alternative, the employer will accept a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Business Administration, Engineering, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field, plus 3 years of related work experience.   Must have at least one year of experience with each of the following:   Working with at least two of the following Oracle applications: E Business Suite, PeopleSoft, Fusion Human Capital Management, or Taleo technology solutions;  Assisting to design and implement Oracle applications-based solutions and modules;  Designing and deploying technical components for successful Oracle Solutions, such as RICE or DBA; Configuring Oracle HCM software to meet technical requirements to develop client solution; and Using complex SQL queries and macros to create first step in solution process.   80% telecommuting permitted. Must be able to commute to the designated local office.   Travel requirement: Domestic and/or international travel up to 80% required.   Please apply by sending your resume to US_PwC_Career_Recruitment@pwc.com , specifying Job Code CA3900 in the subject line.
  • Omaha, Nebraska, The Senior Rail Manager leads all phases of physical and financial-related activities to OPPD's Arbor Line (rail and bridges) and railcar assets. The Senior Rail Manager will collaborate with a dynamic team of category managers to ensure the safe, continuous, efficient, economic, and reliable rail operations. As part of the Energy Commodities team, this position must be willing to provide backup coverage to at least one of the department's other categories (Natural Gas, Fuels, Coal, etc.) 1. Manage the negotiation, development, and execution of competitively bid rail-related contracts to provide for the efficient operation, maintenance, and capital improvements regarding OPPD's rail assets which includes rail, ties, ballast, bridges, crossings and signals. Responsible for managing rail-related Asset Management Program.  - Research, define, and solve rail-related problems with no assistance.  - Perform audits of rail-related documents and reports prepared by others at OPPD or from outside organizations to ensure accuracy.    - Ensure compliance with all applicable OPPD and governmental policies and regulations are satisfied.  - Manage and implement rail-related work in an economic, quality, and timely manner, including coordination of internal craft and external contractor work. 2. Lead track and right-of-way maintenance, bridge construction and maintenance, signal maintenance, short line operations, rail car maintenance, rail car purchase and sale, all phases of derailment recovery, and other capital projects. 3. Coordinate and direct all rail-related regulation compliance and interface with external parties including Class 1 railroads, Federal and State Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, Surface Transportation Board, Rail Transportation Safety Board, state, county, and city roads departments, and adjacent landowners. 4. Provide rail management services to assure economic, quality and timely completion of assigned objectives.  - Prioritize and schedule work for all assigned tasks to ensure timely completion of milestones.  - Provide budget information, economic evaluations, business case documentation, and schedule development for rail activities including coordination with OPPD¿s budgeting process.  - Coordinate with Supply Chain Management (when applicable) to initiate and complete purchase of services and/or materials necessary in support of rail activities.  - Lead the review of key category performance indicators for rail, bridge, and railcar maintainers and provide regular updates.  - Prepare and provide timely rail-related communications, such as capital and operating & maintenance costs and cash flow estimates, expenditures, operating data, and other budgets and reports for use by other divisions and business units or as required by governmental agencies and industry organizations.  - On call to timely respond to and resolve rail, bridge, railcar issues, or landowner/ROW questions, and work stoppage situations. 5. Lead rail strategic initiatives and programs.  - Prepare short- and long-range track and bridge-related budgets, design and maintenance plans, and capital projects.  - Maintain close liaison and cooperative working relationships with category suppliers, consultants, other utilities, and industry organizations, representing OPPD in various professional and industry organizations.  - Develop, manage, and implement risk management in alignment with enterprise risk management initiatives through rigorous inspections of all rail assets. 6. Energy Commodities Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities:  - Provide backup at least one additional energy commodity categories including coal supply and transportation, coal ash marketing and disposal, natural gas supply and transportation, fuel oil supply, data and financial analytics, or power hedging/REC trading. Required:    - Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.  - Civil/Structural PE licensure in the State of Nebraska with ability to act as Railroad Bridge Engineer as required by 49CFR237.51 (or obtain within 6 months of hire).  - Six (6) years specific experience as a rail, bridge, structural, or civil engineer.  - Familiar with timber, steel and concrete structure design, inspection, and maintenance.  - Advanced knowledge in project cost scoping and estimating, design plan sets, developing bidders lists, understanding bid specifications, knowing the RFI/RFP process, analyzing bids, recommending contract awards, reviewing contracts, scheduling, managing budgets, conducting material and labor audits, and invoicing.  - Experience with onsite field visits, inspections and pre-bid meetings.  - Excellent oral and written communication skills.  - Demonstrated quantitative skills with the ability to analyze data and report results.  - Advanced understanding of the rail industry.  - Demonstrated effective analytical, problem solving and decision making abilities.  - Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, exercise flexibility and take responsibility for assigned work.  - Ability to organize, prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously with frequent changing priorities.  - Demonstrated capability to work in a team environment while completing independent tasks and assignments.  - Ability to interact with internal and external customers in a professional and respectful manner.  - Possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Desired:   - Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.  - Ten (10) years specific experience as a rail, structural, or civil engineer.   - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels within the organization.  - Working knowledge of OPPD work processes and computer systems.  - Advanced MS Office Professional Skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook and SharePoint), Microstation, GIS (Esri,) OpenRoads/OpenRail, or other BIM Software (AutoCAD, Civil3D, Geopak, etc.).  - Familiarity in the continuous improvement process, LEAN concepts.  - eRailSafe certified, BNSF MWOR qualified, and AREMA's Railroad Bridge Inspection course.  Salary: Base: $111,826 Midpoint:  $139,783 At Omaha Public Power District, we're passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it. WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties. WE'RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We're dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future. OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people's lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We're always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are, wherever you are, and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.
  • Seattle, Washington, Senior Manager, Data and Analytics Technology (Multiple Positions), PricewaterhouseCoopers Advisory Services LLC, Seattle, WA. Achieve business results for clients through smarter data analytics. Provide end to end implementation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and sanctions systems and platforms. Assist clients with developing a strategic and sustainable approach in harnessing the value of their financial data. Help clients develop cost effective technology solutions that focus on delivering relevant, intelligence to understand operations and manage critical risks. Support models within the Financial Services sector, including: the banking industry or government regulatory positions. Demonstrate in-depth technical expertise. Coach and supervise professional teams.   40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Salary: $197,000-$197,000/yr.   Employee Benefits: https://www.pwc.com/us/en/careers/why-pwc/employee-benefits.html   MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   Must have a bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Statistics, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or a related field, plus 6 years of related work experience (of which 5 years must be post-bachelor’s progressive related work experience)   In the alternative, employer will accept a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Statistics, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or a related field, plus 4 years of related work experience.   Must have at least one year of experience with each of the following:   Designing and validating AML systems (including data mapping and profiling, and system tuning and optimization) and leading sanctions and RPA systems, and implementation of these systems; Using one or more of the following: SQL, SAS, R, Python, Ruby, QlikView, Tibco Spotfire and Tableau; Helping to provide end-to-end implementation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions systems, and platforms; and Analyzing complex financial services data for large data sets and quantitative analyses.   80% telecommuting permitted. Must be able to commute to the designated local office.   Domestic and/or international travel up to 80% required.   Please apply by sending your resume to US_PwC_Career_Recruitment@pwc.com, specifying Job Code WA3886 in the subject line.

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