The University of Southern Maine's School of Business invites applications for a one year, fixed length position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Business Statistics and Operations Analysis. The post will be for a fixed duration of one year to begin September 2010. The primary teaching responsibility for this position is for undergraduate and graduate courses in business statistics, with a secondary focus in operations management and management science. The School of Business values collegial individuals who are excellent communicators, innovative teachers, and active scholars in applied research. The School works closely with the business community, which provides research and professional opportunities. The teaching load is three courses per semester, six courses per year. Other responsibilities include service, partnering with the business community, student advising, and internship supervision.

Requirements include: (1) Ph.D. or attainment of Ph.D. status prior to August, 2010 in Operations Management, Management Science, or closely related field, (2) evidence of effective teaching in Business Statistics and one or more of the following areas: Operations Management and Management Science, and (3) evidence of potential for scholarly research and publication. Candidates who have successfully defended their Ph.D. dissertation will be given preference.

The USM School of Business is located in scenic Portland, Maine, and is accredited by AACSB International. The School's mission emphasizes partnership with the business community, which is a key feature of the School.

The University of Southern Maine has an institution-wide commitment to inclusion, diversity, multiculturalism and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. USM provides outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, transcript, curriculum vitae with current e-mail address, statement of teaching philosophy and research plan, samples of publications or other examples of scholarly writing and three letters of reference (at least one addressing teaching effectiveness) to suleiman@usm.maine.edu or Chair, BSOA Search, School of Business, University of Southern Maine, P. O. Box 9300, 96 Falmouth Street, Portland, ME 04104-9300. Electronic applications are preferred. For full consideration, submit applications by January 31, 2010. Applicants should be prepared to provide teaching evaluations if available. Appointment is subject to final budgetary approval.

For additional information, please contact Professor James Suleiman, suleiman@usm.maine.edu.

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