Position: Lecturer in Management Information Systems and Analytics (1-year term)

Organization: Thompson Rivers University

Unit: Gaglardi School of Business

Location: Kamloops, British Columbia

Preferred Start Date: September 2024

About the Position

The Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) invites applications for a one-year limited term appointment in Management Information Systems/Analytics, starting September 2024. In this teaching-focused position, candidates will teach eight sections of 40 or fewer students each per academic year. Preference will be given to candidates with the ability to teach in a variety of Courses.

About the Department of Management, International Business, Information and Supply Chain (MISC)

Our department is a collection of individuals interested in what keeps the modern world functioning. While we are defined as academics in supply chain, international business, strategic management, and management information systems we believe that we have a responsibility as global citizens to try to make the world a better place now and in the future. Our interests are broad but may be encompassed by two primary themes: global citizenship and data-driven decision making.

About the School of Business and Economics

With over 4000 on-campus students the Gaglardi School of Business and Economics is the largest business school in the interior of British Columbia, offering undergraduate, post baccalaureate and graduate programs in business and economics including Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Environmental Economics and Management, Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management. Gaglardi is also Thompson Rivers University’s largest faculty. What makes Gaglardi special is that even with its size it maintains a collaborative environment, with support provided to assist professors with both research and teaching.

About Thompson Rivers University

With over 25,000 on-campus and online students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in eight diverse faculties, TRU celebrates academic excellence and excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities. TRU delivers graduate and undergraduate programs in Business, Law, Nursing, Education, Computer Science and Arts and Science. Our students and faculty reflect the local, national and global community. TRU provides a rich and engaging student-centred environment where students and faculty know each other by name. TRU strives to create inclusive and rewarding student experiences, both on and off campus.

What TRU Offers

TRU offers competitive salary, benefits and a defined benefit pension plan, personal development funds and sabbaticals outlined by the TRUFA collective agreement. The Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics and TRU provide researchers the opportunity to apply to a variety of research funding sources available. TRU’s classes and offices are located on a spectacular campus with panoramic views of the Thompson Rivers and surrounding mountains. Nestled between hiking trails of Kenna Cartwright Park and within walking distance of downtown, TRU offers a country in the city feeling that is unlike any other university.

Welcome to the BC Interior

Thompson Rivers University is located in Kamloops, British Columbia. Life in the sunny interior of British Columbia provides immediate access to some of the most incredible outdoor experiences Canada has to offer ranging from winter sports at Sun Peaks Resort, to some of Canada’s best mountain biking and hiking trails, walking distance from TRU. Located between the coastal and Rocky Mountains, Kamloops is within 30 minutes from hundreds of beautiful freshwater lakes, and only 3 hours from Vancouver. With a relatively mild winter and spectacularly warm and dry summers, Kamloops offers a high quality of life. A city with less than 100,000 residents, it is served by an airport, a hospital, a university, a WHL hockey team and yet still maintains a small-town feel where one never commutes longer than 10 minutes. It is a safe community to raise a family and maintains reasonable housing prices.

Applicants

TRU is committed to building and fostering an inclusive environment. TRU continuously strives to increase the diversity of its faculty and welcomes applications from all; including those who identify as Indigenous, from visible minorities, those having disabilities and from persons of any sexual and gender identities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. As per Canadian immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The university will assist any candidate who requires assistance to accommodate disabilities during the recruitment process. If required, please notify us of your request with your application.

QUALIFICATIONS

Gaglardi seeks applicants with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching in the field of Management Information Systems/Business Analytics. Significant education in business analytics, quantitative analysis or MIS is required for this position. While a PhD is preferred, applicants must minimally have a business masters degree with emphasis on the aforementioned areas. Relevant professional experience is highly desirable. Applicants must demonstrate excellent knowledge of a variety of business analytics, quantitative analysis and MIS topics and strong teaching skills based on experience at the post secondary level for consideration. The ability to teach multiple courses in the department is required.

Application Process

Assessment of applications will begin July 24, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit the following:

Please apply via the Thompson Rivers University Careers website at https://www.tru.ca/careers.html

Inquiries should be directed to the attention of: