Responsibilities The successful candidate will engage in a combination of teaching, research and service duties, maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities. Responsibilities will include: establishing and maintaining a dynamic, externally-funded research program; contributing to our undergraduate and graduate programs through teaching, mentoring and supervision of students with diverse backgrounds and perspectives; and engaging in the life of the Department, Faculty and University through service activities. Qualifications Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related field and must provide evidence of the following: - strong methodological foundation in modeling and optimization of large scale complex systems;
- a strong research profile (e.g., evidence of an emerging scholarly record, ability to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program). Candidates must present evidence of a relevant research area of interest including but not limited to logistics, transportation, health-care services and systems, and energy systems;
- high-quality inclusive teaching and student training and a demonstrated ability to teach a variety of industrial engineering and operations research-based undergraduate and graduate courses;
- eligibility to register as a professional engineer (P.Eng.) in the province of Ontario.
- commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly research or creative activities, including a demonstrated ability to make learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population. This includes the ability to foster creative and collaborative intellectual inquiry by bringing diverse knowledge, experiences and perspectives to learning activities and research projects; and
- an ability to contribute to the life of the Department, Faculty and the University through collegial service.
Postdoctoral experience is an asset. Expertise in stochastic multi-level optimization is strongly desirable. Equity at Ryerson At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do. Ryerson University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Ryerson recognizes that scholars have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application. How to Apply Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal (click on “Start Application Process” to begin). The review of applications will begin February 15, 2020 and continues until the position is filled. The application must contain the following: - a letter of application which includes a description of how commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion has been demonstrated in teaching, research and service;
- a curriculum vitae;
- three examples of materials produced to disseminate research, e.g. publications, conference presentations, etc.;
- a research statement (maximum 3 pages);
- a teaching statement (maximum 2 pages);
- supervisor/peer teaching evaluations, if any; and
- names of three individuals who may be contacted for references.
Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Candidates must therefore indicate in their application if they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada. Confidential inquiries can be directed to the Chair of Department Hiring Committee (DHC), Dr. Sharareh Taghipour at sharareh@ryerson.ca. Ryerson is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process and/or inquiries regarding accessing the Faculty Recruitment Portal, please contact Laurie Shemavonian, HR Advisor at laurie.shemavonian@ryerson.ca. |
