Postdoctoral Fellow Opportunity in Information Systems
- Employer
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Location
- Doha, QATAR
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 3, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science & Mathematics, Computer Sciences & Technology, Other Science & Technology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar invites applications for one postdoctoral position in our top-ranked Information Systems program. This position is designed for candidates who are interested in enhancing their teaching portfolio, along with their research portfolio, to be better prepared for future academic positions. The position expects the successful candidate to relocate to Carnegie Mellon’s campus in Doha in August 2025. The position is available for one year, with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years based on performance and organizational needs.
As a Postdoctoral Fellow in Information Systems, responsibilities will include teaching, co-teaching, or supporting two to three undergraduate courses per year, working closely with students and faculty, and supporting our educational mission. Successful candidates are also expected to manage and grow their own research agenda potentially in collaboration with CMU-Q faculty and/or local partners.
The Information Systems Program at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar offers an undergraduate major which aims to educate local and international students to meet the increasing demand for information systems skills in Qatar, the Gulf region, and globally. For more information on our Information Systems program, visit (1) IS program at CMU–Qatar and (2) IS program at CMU-Pittsburgh .
We are particularly interested in candidates in the areas of Information Systems Fundamentals, Systems Design and Development, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or Digital Innovation. Outstanding candidates in other areas are also encouraged to apply. CMU Qatar's benefits package is highly attractive, with salaries comparable to those in the US, but usually free of tax. Relocation, housing, transportation, and health benefits are also covered.
About CMU in Qatar
CMU in Qatar (CMUQ) operates in concert with several other American and European branch campuses under the umbrella of Qatar Foundation’s Education City ( https://www.qf.org.qa/education/education-city ). The branch campus closely follows the admissions requirements and English language curriculum of the home campus in Pittsburgh, USA which awards all degrees. The several thousand students in the Education City are a broad mix of nationalities, but primarily from the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. CMUQ’s faculty is a mix of professionals hired specifically for this campus and seconded by faculty from the main campus. CMUQ’s primary focus is undergraduate education in Business Administration, Biological Sciences, Computer Science, and Information Systems.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its community on a range of intellectual, cultural, and social dimensions. Carnegie Mellon welcomes faculty applicants who will contribute to this diversity through their research, teaching, and service, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others who would contribute in different ways.
Qualifications
● Have completed a PhD in Information Systems or related fields by the time of being hired.
● A proven track record of productive research in Information Systems.
● Potential for developing teaching expertise in Information Systems.
● Exceptionally strong communication and interpersonal skills.
● Desire to gain hands-on teaching experience.
● Be able to work independently, as well as in a team.
Application Instructions
To apply, candidates should submit:
● A cover letter specifying how the candidate’s qualifications match the job description.
● Detailed curriculum vitae, including a list of publications.
● Teaching statement outlining the candidate’s teaching philosophy and experience.
● Research statement outlining the candidate's research and how it could engage undergraduate information system students.
● Contact information of at least three referees.
Additional materials would be requested from shortlisted candidates. Materials must be submitted online through Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/158074
Review of complete applications will commence on November 15, 2024 . The deadline for applying is January 15, 2025 or until the position is filled.
All inquiries should be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Prof. Savanid (Nui) Vatanasakdakul, at savanid@cmu.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Carnegie Mellon University shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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