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CIBC Distinguished Professor in Entrepreneurship and Family Business
The CIBC Distinguished Professor in Entrepreneurship and Family Business is expected to assume a leadership role in spearheading research and teaching in the area of Entrepreneurship and Family Business.
We seek applicants who have exceptionally strong and recognized research records in the Entrepreneurship and Family Business areas for appointment at the Associate Professor level. The Professorship will be part of the Department of Management. Research expertise may include (but is not limited to) new venture creation, technology-based start-ups, family business, and various fields of entrepreneurship such as strategic, social, international, and minority entrepreneurship. The successful candidate is expected to lead Entrepreneurship initiatives in the school, university and the relevant practitioner and policy communities.
Additional selection criteria include successful teaching experience at all levels, including work with graduate students and research fellows. Communication skills in French would be considered an asset. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
As one of the largest and oldest business schools in Canada, the John Molson School of Business offers AACSB accredited programs at the undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, MSc and PhD levels. With a reputation for innovative and practical teaching, its students regularly excel in national and international competitions while its faculty members enjoy national and international reputations, built upon successful publication and research grant records. The business school enjoys strong business support for its research and programs. The John Molson School of Business is now housed in its new, 15-storey, LEED certified building that is equipped with leading-edge teaching and research technologies.
This appointment will be in effect starting July 1, 2013. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority. Concordia University is committed to employment equity.
Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of research outlining a plan for the next five years, and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, either by email at cibcprof@jmsb.concordia.ca or by mail to:
Dr. Steve Harvey, Dean
John Molson School of Business, Concordia University
1450 De Maisonneuve Blvd. West, MB 15.135
Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3G 1M8
All applications and supporting documentation must be received by February 11, 2013. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide three letters of reference.
More information about the School can be found at johnmolson.concordia.ca