Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Supply Chain & Information Technology
Northeastern University
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Posted: 19-Nov-24
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 5811418
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Supply Chain & Information Technology
About the Opportunity
About the Opportunity
The D'Amore-McKim School of Business (DMSB) and Bouve College of Health Sciences (BCHS) at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts invite applications for a joint tenure-track or tenured appointment in any rank (Assistant/Associate/Full professor) starting in Fall 2025. We are seeking outstanding faculty with expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Healthcare Information Technology. The successful candidate will have a primary appointment in the Supply Chain and Information Management (SCIM) Group in DMSB and depending on the candidate's research and teaching interests, they will have a secondary appointment in either the Department of Pharmacy and Health Systems Sciences (DPHSS) or School of Nursing (SON) in Bouve College. The position will primarily be on the Boston campus but there is also a possibility of affiliations at other campuses within the Northeastern University global network.
This interdisciplinary appointment brings an unparallel opportunity to join a dynamic research environment that values effective collaborations across disciplines. The candidate's research area should be clearly aligned with an AI and healthcare information technology focus. The hired candidate's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting high-quality interdisciplinary research, teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, supporting current and planned education and accredited professional programs, and participating in service to the University, its colleges and departments, and the candidate's professional discipline.
About the D'Amore-McKim School of Business:
For over 100 years, the D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University has continuously strengthened its foundation of experiential learning and innovation. Today, our mission to enable students to be responsible business leaders of the world capable of working, navigating, and creating in a digital environment is more relevant than ever. We offer unique business-specific and interdisciplinary degree opportunities at the bachelor's and master's levels, and lifelong learners benefit from our graduate-level certificates and executive education portfolio. All of these are enhanced by Northeastern's global campus system and experience-powered education approach. In addition, our use-inspired faculty and their research focus on transformative impact for humankind. Ultimately, D'Amore-McKim's values-driven culture and cross-border approach to learning and research empower our students, faculty, alumni, and corporate partners to create impact far beyond the confines of time, discipline, degree, and campus.
About the Bouve College of Health Sciences:
The Bouve College of Health Sciences has over 250 faculty members, with approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 2,400 graduate students. It is the leading national model for education and research in the health, psychosocial, and biomedical sciences and supports the University's mission of educating students for a life of fulfillment and accomplishment and creating and translating knowledge to meet global and societal needs. The College comprises four schools with eight departments: 1) School of Clinical and Rehabilitation Sciences (Departments of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Medical Sciences, and Physical Therapy, Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences); 2) School of Community Health and Behavioral Sciences (Departments of Applied Psychology and Health Sciences); 3) School of Nursing; 4) School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (Departments of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacy and Health System Sciences).
Summary of Responsibilities:
The faculty member is expected to conduct high quality research and publish in peer reviewed journals, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in both the Supply Chain and Information Management Group and Bouve College of Health Sciences depending on their assigned teaching load, and to participate in service activities in the group, college and university level, depending on rank. Faculty in the rank of associate or full professor are expected to provide leadership on curriculum and in different academic programs.
Responsibilities:
Research (about 40%-50%)
Conduct research and publish work in peer reviewed journals.
Present research work in respected conferences, which give visibility to the faculty member's research as well as to Northeastern University.
Present work at Northeastern University forums such as research seminars and research symposia.
Participate in discipline specific research tasks such as ad hoc reviewer, editorship, conference track chair, etc.
Teaching (about 40%)
Teach assigned courses. The teaching and course load will depend on the faculty member's rank and specialization/interests, as well as the needs and agreement between D'Amore-McKim School of Business and Bouve College of Health Sciences.
Mentor and advise students on their academic and professional development.
Engage in curriculum development and/or enhancement discussions and activities.
Participate in departmental and college-level deliberations on program development and enhancements.
Service (about 10%-20%)
Participate in faculty meetings in the Group and at college level.
Provide service in the profession or discipline including ad hoc reviewer, editorial roles, etc.
Serve on committees at the group, college or university level depending on rank.
Participate in advising and mentoring of student clubs and activities such as case competitions, honor society, etc.
Qualifications:
Candidates are expected to hold an earned doctorate in Information Systems/Management, Healthcare Management/Systems, Operations/Supply Chain Management, or a closely related field by the employment start date. Academic rank at the Associate Professor and Full Professor levels will be commensurate with experience and qualifications reflecting a record of demonstrated teaching and scholarly excellence. For Associate Professor level appointments, 5 years of related experience is required by the employment start date. For Full Professor level appointments, 7 years of related experience is required by the employment start date.
Candidates must have a commitment to working with diverse student populations and/or in culturally diverse work and educational environments, and to promoting experiential learning, which are central to a Northeastern University education.
Documents to Submit:
Applicants should submit materials including a letter of interest, vita, recent working papers, and teaching evaluations. Letters of reference will be requested at a later stage. Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter highlighting relevant professional experience and how you will support our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students (see details below). Please direct inquiries to Professor Gilbert Nyaga (g.nyaga@northeastern.edu), Chair, Supply Chain & Information Management Group.
Statement of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:
Please provide a statement of your commitment and/or contribution(s) that describe your past experience, activities, and/or future plans to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and the value proposition of belonging in your teaching, research, and service. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing marginalized communities in your field/community and be in alignment with both Northeastern's mission and BEYOND 2025. A more developed and substantial plan is expected for senior candidates.
Position Type
Academic
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.
Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.