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Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor
in Business Analytics
(Ref.: 201801717)
Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Business Analytics in the Faculty of Business and Economics, to commence on July 1, 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure during the second fixed-term contract.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Operations Management, Statistics, or a closely related data-analytics discipline. The Faculty is particularly interested in those who conduct high-quality scholarly research and are able to teach courses in business analytics and related areas. Experience in teaching Master's or MBA courses is desirable for candidates at Associate Professor level.
Information about the Faculty can be obtained at http://www.fbe.hku.hk/. The Faculty recently launched the Master of Science in Business Analytics Programme. Information about the Programme can be obtained at http://www.fbe.hku.hk/msba/.
A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the appointee's qualifications and experience will be offered. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.
Applicants should send a completed application form and an up-to-date C.V. to Ms. Panda Tsu of the Faculty at pandatsu@hku.hk. Three confidential reference letters should be sent directly by the referees. Please indicate clearly the level they wish to be considered for. Application forms (341/1111) can be downloaded at http://www.hr.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/. Closes December 13, 2018.
The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency; and is committed to a Non-smoking Policy
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Eric Park
Assistant Professor
The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong
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