Lecturer in Operations Management R2

About UIC Barcelona

UIC Barcelona is home to over 7,000 students and offers 15 bachelor’s degree programmes, 26 international double degrees and a wide range of master's and postgraduate degrees, in addition to continuing education courses in different fields of knowledge. Since 1997, we have been teaching people through academic rigour, university life and enriching life experiences. The UIC Barcelona team is made up of professionals who are qualified not only in the field of teaching, but also in research, management, administration, communication, services and systems. Behind the professionalism of each individual at UIC Barcelona, you will also find a young and dynamic work atmosphere.

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https://www.uic.es/en/philosophy-and-values

What we are looking for

The Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences has begun a recruitment and selection process to hire teaching and research staff. We are looking for someone with a PhD in operations management, operations research, engineering management, industrial engineering or management sciences who would like to contribute to the teaching and research activities in the field of operations management.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the education of both undergraduate and postgraduate students and must have a proven track record of effective teaching in English. Strong research and writing skills, experience with empirical research and the ability to work well as part of a team will be looked upon favourably.

Courses might include (but are not limited to): Operations Management, Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing and Logistics.

What we offer

• A full-time contract in a dynamic and international scientific environment in the Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences at UIC Barcelona (Social Science Campus, in Barcelona). A part-time contract could be negotiated.
• A tenure-track (four-year) position with a mid-term evaluation (depending on the candidate’s profile, the position may automatically become permanent).
• A competitive salary based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Full relocation assistance and financial support for the candidate’s research (in accordance with the candidate’s experience).
• Start date: September 2020 (date is negotiable).

How to apply

All applications must be submitted in a single PDF document. The title of the document should be your last name.

The document must include:

• A cover letter with a statement of interest
• A full CV including contact details

Selection process

In May 2018, the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya received recognition from EURAXESS via an HR Excellence in Research Award that ensures that the selection of candidates is carried out only based on criteria for excellence. The UIC Barcelona selection process includes:

• An independent committee of experts who evaluate applications and decide who will move on to the next stage. All the committee members are from outside UIC-Barcelona.
• A public oral defence by finalists: presentation of their trajectory (both academic and teaching) and their research project/s. Following this presentation, the examining panel will ask a number of questions to conclude the defence. The defence will take 60 minutes in total.

Application deadline

The deadline for applications is 8 May 2020.