Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland Business School (UABS) is focused on being one of the Asia-Pacific’s foremost business schools, known for the relevance and impact of our research and scholarship and the quality of our people, programmes, and partnerships. It is housed in the purpose-built Sir Owen G Glenn Building, which provides state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities. UABS is accredited by all three of the world’s top business school accrediting bodies (AACSB in the US, EQUIS in Europe and AMBA in the UK), while the university as a whole is ranked in the top one percent of all universities worldwide (according to the Times Higher Education QS World University Rankings). Auckland is regularly voted as one of the best cities in the world to live and is surrounded by most stunning nature.

The Department of Information Systems and Operations Management (ISOM) is one of seven departments within the UABS. The department teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in most aspects of Business Information Systems, and also teaches Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Business Analytics. There are two Disciplinary Areas in Information Systems: Behavioural Information Systems and  Design Science Information Systems. Members of these Information Systems Disciplinary Areas have been publishing in top IS journals such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, Journal of the Management of Information Systems, Journal of the Association of Information Systems, European Journal of Information Systems, Decision Support Systems and others.  To learn more about ISOM, the IS Design Science Disciplinary Areas, our people, teaching and engagement, please visit: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/business/about-business-school/isom.html

The Centre of Digital Enterprise (CODE), housed within ISOM, conducts research that takes a broad view on business aspects concerning digital transformation, designed to address contemporary challenges faced by societies, enterprises, policymakers and individuals.

Our Aroaro Research Space offers state-of-the-art facilities to conduct research on the business implications of Augmented/Virtual Reality technology and the evolution of Spatial Computing as tools for a wide range of technology-based business management affairs.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity 

The Department of Information Systems and Operations Management (ISOM) is seeking to appoint a full-time permanent staff at either Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level in Information Systems (Design Science).

From a research perspective, there is a preference for the individual to have an interest in various business aspects that concern the design, development, and deployment of information technologies in individuals, organisations, supply chains, and societies. There is no particular preference for specialisation in either qualitative, and/or quantitative research methods. Candidates should have already published in top-tier Information Systems journals, such as MIS Quarterly, Information Systems Research, Journal of MIS, Journal of AIS, or Decision Support Systems and have developed a portfolio of publications encompassing publications in other IS ‘basket of 11’ and ‘A* in ABDC’ outlets. It is also important that the candidate regularly participates in top IS and trans-disciplinary conferences (ICIS, ECIS, PACIS, AMCIS, HICSS, ACM, IEEE) and is involved in the AIS, ACM, and/or IEEE scholarly communities.

In terms of teaching, it is highly desirable that candidates are able to teach across information systems modules. We are looking for an experienced teacher with proven abilities to use various teaching methods such as student-centered learning and mixed learning methods.

This is a fulltime (40 hours per week), permanent opportunity. 
The remuneration is:
SL1 $120,752 - SL8 $151,251
AP from $157,822 
For more detailed information, please refer to the Position Description. 

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our ideal candidate will have leadership capability to support the development and delivery of curriculum; you will be a team player who will support the Department of Information Systems and Operations Management and, more specifically, the Information Systems (Design Science) Disciplinary Area.  You will have strong communication skills and are able to articulate your plans and ideas.  Suitably qualified with a Phd in Information Systems.

Our ideal candidate will also have the following skills and experience: 

• Experience in successfully delivering undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Business Information Systems.
• Proven publication track record in top IS journals (such as the ‘basket of 11’ and ‘A* in ABDC’ outlets).
• Proven track record attracting funding from both internal and external reputable funding schemes.
• Proven track record in designing curriculum (part or entire programme).
• Proven track record in successfully supervising graduate students’ research in Business Information Systems (PhDs and Masters).

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home, flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.  

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of April 3rd, 2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and/or CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above and in the position description. 

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz