Professor - Math/Statistics/Operations Management

Assistant/Associate Professor - Math/Statistics/Operations Management

Temple University, Japan Campus -Undergraduate Program-International Business Studies

Department: Undergraduate Program-International Business Studies
Position Type: Full-time faculty (Non-tenure track)
Period: Target start from Summer Semester 2013 (begins May 2013) or Fall Semester 2013 (begins August 2013)
Visa Requirement: Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is able to sponsor a visa for this position.
Salary & Benefits: Compensation is competitive, and we provide support for conferences and other research related expenses.

Overview of Position:Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ), seeks applications for faculty to teach in the following areas: Calculus, Algebra, Statistics and/or Operations Management. In particular, we encourage applications from those with an interest in cross-discipline analysis and the use of technology to support student-driven learning. We encourage applications from those with an expertise in business in Japan/Asia.

Applicants should: have a relevant doctoral degree; be dedicated to teaching; have a strong record of research. The successful candidate will be an energetic person who thrives on teamwork. 

Candidates capable of inter-disciplinary, comparative, and transnational research are particularly welcome. Duties include: (a) teaching undergraduate and (potentially) MBA courses; (b) project coordination; and (c) mentoring students and junior faculty. The standard teaching load is two courses in each of our three semesters. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of our international business studies program.

Temple University, Japan Campus is the oldest and largest foreign university in Japan. Founded in 1982, TUJ has developed into an internationally recognized institution offering an extensive range of educational programs. TUJ is the first foreign educational institution to be officially recognized by Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. 

One of TUJ's greatest assets is our student body. Students come from more than 60 countries, including: Japan, the United States, East and Southeast Asia, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Europe. Our diverse student body helps make TUJ a rich, dynamic, and stimulating institution.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• A Ph.D. in Math, Statistics or a business-related discipline (emphasis on Japan/Asia preferred).
• Must be fluent in English
• Experience and excellence in teaching Calculus, Algebra, Statistics and/or Operations Management
• Have a solid record of research, consulting and /or appropriate professional achievement
• Prior experience in Japan is preferred
• Preference will be given to candidates already residing in Japan

Application Process:The application deadline is February 22, 2013. However, we will review applications until the position is filled.

Please send applications to tujjobs@tuj.temple.edu via the Apply button below with:

(a) a letter of application;
(b) a full academic c.v.;
(c) the names, telephone numbers, and email address of three references. 

Only those applicants who make it past the initial review will be contacted.