full professorship in information systems: public sector
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The Department of Information Systems in the School of Business and Economics at the University of Münster, Germany, in co-operation with the Excellence Startup Center (ESC@WWU) invites applications for a
Full Professorship in Information Systems: Public Sector Digitalization(salary level W3)
The position is available to commence from April 1st 2021 on.The successful applicant will represent information systems in research and teaching, preferably in the field of public sector digitalization and, more specifically, in digitalization at the interface between business and administration.
Research questions to be addressed are – besides others:
• conceptualization, design and use of digital infrastructures• social values and regulation in the interplay of private and public sector in a holistic ecosystem
(e.g. in the sense of the Government as a Platform (GaaP) idea).• the Role of digital infrastructures in the integrational context of Smart Cities,• (Public) IT infrastructures and platforms as a basis for business start-ups (e.g. in the sense of
open innovation or co-creation)• the future role of public/governmental institutions,• the future role of the technology sector (in a general manner) for society,
It is expected that the successful applicant’s work is primarily design-oriented, but supported by em-pirical research. The research should be positioned between the Institute for Information Systems and the Excellence Startup Center (ESC@WWU).
Successful applicants must be able to prove through their past and current research work that they are internationally recognised and are able to work at the highest scientific level in the field of the professorship. A corresponding qualification must be proven by relevant publications in high-ranking international journals in the subject area of the professorship.
It is expected that the future holder of the position will establish his or her own research group within the existing department’s structures and add it with appropriate third-party funding, as well as de-monstrate the ability to build international networks.
Responsibilities• teaching (in English) and examinations in the various study programs (BSc IS, MSc IS,
MSc PIONEER, PhD) including 9 hours of instruction per week• supervision of bachelors and master’s theses and doctoral candidates • building a research group and attracting research funding• participating in services and committees within the department and the school
Qualifications• Applicants must have successfully completed a relevant university degree, hold a doctoral
degree or have equivalent qualifications at the time of appointment, either in informationsystems or a related field.
• The applicant must have professional proficiency in English. German language skillsat the level of C1 must be demonstrated after two years.
• A pedagogical suitability, typically demonstrated by the quality of the teachingoncept/philosophy, student course evaluations and the quality of the presentation,all of which are part of the application process.
• The ability to conduct research at a high international standard. The applicant is meant to provide an account of her or his research pipeline, i.e. planned research and publications,their research concept, an outlook for the professorship and for the development of theirwork, including a positioning of it in a wider research context.
• Experience in attracting external funding and managing funded projects, internationalexperience, an international network and international collaboration is welcomed. In particular,we expect active participation in the European Research Center for Information Systems (ERCIS).
• We are looking for a personality who exhibits flexibility and resilience, self-responsibilityand the ability to work independently, leadership skills, team spirit and social competence,and who has experience in successful international cooperation.
The University of Münster is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the pro-portion of senior women academics. Consequently, we actively encourage applications by women. Female candidates with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered within the framework of the legal possibilities. The University of Münster is committed to employing more staff with disabilities. Candidates with recognised severe disabilities who have equi-valent qualifications are given preference in hiring decisions.
Any inquiries about the position can be directed to the head of department, Prof Jörg Becker at [email protected]. Special inquiries about the Excellence Startup Center can be directed to Prof Thorsten Wiesel at [email protected].
ApplicationApplications must be sent via email and must include:
1. a full CV2. proof of qualifications3. documentation of relevant, significant, original research at an international level, including
publications in the field’s internationally recognized journals and citations in the Social Science Citation Index and/or Google Scholar
4. documentation of courses taught 5. course evaluations6. PDF versions of three research papers relevant to the field of the professorship to be
considered during the review - only publications written in English or German will be taken into consideration
7. information demonstrating experience in research management, industry co-operation and international co-operation
8. a statement of research and teaching concept/philosophy9. a reflection on the positioning and potential research collaborations within the Department
of IS, ERCIS, and ESC@WWU
DeadlineApplications should be sent to Prof Dr Theresia Theurl ([email protected]) by21 September 2020.
The mission of SBE is to understand, explain and shape economicphenomena. We combine the perspectives of business, economics, andinformation systems within the stimulating interdisciplinary environment of one of the most renowned universities in Germany. We aim forexcellence in research across four core themes: Institutions & Governance, Markets & Innovation, Information & Digitalization, Government & Politics. Our research inspires and substantiates the education of students andresearchers pursuing careers in academia or practice. In the spirit ofengaged scholarship, we are committed to transfer of knowledge into practice and society at large.
Our values As integral part of the University of Muenster, a signatory of the Magna Charta Universitatum, and in the merchants’ of Muenster tradition of civic responsibility, we aim to contribute to and to advance the economic,cultural, social, and ecological future of society. We pursue academic values in a culture of mutual respect and collegiality, responsibility to ourselves and others, openness for dialogue, integrity and expertise. We instill these values in our students.
MISSION STATEMENT SCHOOL OFBUSINESS AND ECONOMICS (SBE)
The School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics (SBE) comprises study programmes (Bachelor, Master, PhD and postgraduate courses) in Business Administration, Economics and Information Systems. With its 5,600 students, 41 professors and more than 250 research assistants, it is not only one of the largest, but also one of the most important schools of business and economics in Germany. The SBE is divi-ded into nine centres (departments), which consider themselves to be a community of experts, rese-arch clusters and internal coordinators of the courses offered. Together, they represent the school‘s professional profile, which is characterized by a strong interaction and project-oriented cooperation between the scientists. The school is one of only a few German schools of business and economics to be awarded the distinc-tion of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), making it one of the most important accreditations of business schools worldwide. This award shows that the school is com-mitted to quality-oriented research and teaching in line with international standards. It represents a voluntary commitment to continuous improvement in exchange with a network of accredited faculties and business schools. Mutual respect, collegiality, professionalism, a sense of tradition and individual and collective res-ponsibility are values that are the hallmarks of the SBE. They find expression in our claim „We SBE“.
University of Münster
The University of Münster is one of the largest universities in Germany with a rich and time-honoured tradition. It enjoys an outstanding reputation in the region and far beyond. Fifteen faculties with 120 degree programmes and some 30 research centres comprise the institutional backbone of the Uni-versity. Some 44,000 students and 5,700 academics appreciate the University‘s excellent research opportunities, high-quality teaching, promotion of junior researchers, and the advantages of living in the city of Münster. Our slogan sums it up best: „living.knowledge“. As a research-oriented university, the University of Münster has made pioneering progress in nu-merous areas. Two Excellence Clusters, eight collaborative research centres (SFB), several research training groups and 27 research centres collectively advance inter- and transdisciplinary collaborative research and individual disciplinary research projects. The University of Münster sees equal opportunity and diversity as a strength that impacts all areas of university development and management. The University of Münster is strongly committed to ensuring that all staff members and students are treated equally with respect and consideration regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, handicap, sexual orientation or religious affiliation.
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