• Salary Package: Lecturer, Level B ($103,914 - $122,947), Senior Lecturer, Level C ($126,879 - $145,912), Associate Professor, Level D ($152,378 – $167,607), Professor Level E ($186,809 – $195,640) plus 17% employer’s superannuation, annual leave loading and the opportunity for a salary loading
• Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing
• Location: Macquarie University (North Ryde)

The Roles

We seek highly qualified academics with scholarly expertise in the area of business analytics. Those appointed to these roles will pursue a research agenda related to business analytics and have an opportunity to teach in this exciting new area of study.

To be successful in the roles you will make a strong contribution to research and to teaching at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You may also proactively contribute to the efforts of the Department to enhance its reputation with external audiences.

About Us

At the Macquarie Business School, we are a highly engaged business school, applying our knowledge to make a positive impact on our stakeholders. Working with our corporate partners, students and alumni, we create and share research that addresses business and societal challenges. We attract independent thinkers from all corners of the globe and draw on our international connections to improve the lives of communities worldwide. Our courses are recognised by key industry bodies.

Macquarie University has been a leading provider of actuarial education for over 50 years. As the first university to be accredited with a professional actuarial body in the world, we have consistently delivered a first-class experience to our students. Joining this department, you will be part of a dynamic and high performing group of academics who enjoy a wonderful collaborative work culture.

In the Department of Actuarial Studies and Business Analytics, we have a large group of qualified staff who work to produce world class research which is at the forefront of the discipline. We have expertise in a range of endeavours from applied through to the more theoretical. Staff are given wonderful support for their research endeavour through a generous program of financial assistance. Being a member of a large department, you will have a very fair teaching load that enables you to teach the courses you do teach to the best of your ability and to find the time needed to engage fully with your research.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting the following documents:

• A statement addressing the relevant selection criteria below for the level at which you are applying; and
• A current curriculum vitae (CV);

Selection Criteria

Level B – Lecturer

• A PhD (or near completion of a PhD) in business analytics or a related field;
• Potential to develop a record of published research in business analytics or a related field;
• A research agenda which provides scope for attracting funds from external funding bodies;
• Engagement, or a plan for engagement, with the wider community in order to further enhance teaching and or research outcomes;
• Evidence of an interest to develop skills in teaching in business analytics;
• An ability to develop new approaches to teaching in business analytics including online and digital approaches to the delivery of coursework programs;
• An ability and enthusiasm to work as a team player in the completion of administrative tasks related to the work of the Department.

Level C – Senior Lecturer

• A PhD in business analytics or a related field;
• A strong record of research in business analytics or a related field;
• A research agenda which provides scope for attracting funds from external funding bodies;
• Engagement, or a plan for engagement, with the wider community in order to further enhance teaching and or research outcomes;
• A record of high-quality teaching in business analytics;
• An ability to develop new approaches to teaching in business analytics including online and digital approaches to the delivery of coursework programs;
• Evidence of work as a team player in the completion of administrative tasks related to the delivery of the business analytics programs and research endeavour.

Level D – Associate Professor

• A PhD in business analytics or a related field;
• A very strong track record of research in business analytics or a related field with a developing international reputation;
• Demonstrated ability to attract funds to support research;
• A demonstrated record of engagement with the wider community in order to derive benefits for teaching and/or research outcomes;
• A record of high-quality teaching in business analytics;
• Evidence of leadership in course development and/or teaching innovation in business analytics;
• Experience with online or alternative modes of delivery of teaching;
• Capacity to take on a leadership role in the Department - for example as program director or as a research director;
• Capacity to mentor colleagues, higher degree research students and coursework program students in business analytics and related fields.

Level E – Professor

• A PhD in business analytics or a related field;
• An excellent track record of research in business analytics or a related field with a distinguished international reputation;
• Demonstrated ability to attract funds to support research;
• A demonstrated record of engagement with the wider community in order to derive benefits for teaching and/or research outcomes;
• A record of high-quality teaching in business analytics;
• Experience with online or alternative modes of delivery of teaching;
• An excellent record of leadership in course development and/or teaching innovation in business analytics;
• Evidence of leadership in the delivery of analytical programs and/or analytical research;
• Capacity to mentor colleagues, higher degree research students and coursework program students in analytical studies and related fields.

Specific Role Enquiries: Professor David Pitt, Head of Department on david.pitt@mq.edu.au

General Recruitment Enquiries: Alex Righton, Human Resources on  alexander.righton@mq.edu.au

Applications Close: Friday, 4 October 2019, 11:55 pm (AEST)

Macquarie University is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We value individual difference and recognise the strength of a vibrant, diverse and inclusive workforce where the backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of our staff are a driving force for collaboration, innovation and impact.

We work to ensure genuine equality of opportunity for people regardless of their gender, age, cultural background, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and/or family status, and we encourage you to apply for a position at Macquarie University.