Assistant Professor in Strategy

Dublin City University (DCU) is a leading innovative European University, proud to be one of the world’s leading Young Universities. DCU is known as Ireland’s University of Impact, with a mission to ‘transform lives and societies’ and focuses on addressing global challenges in collaboration with key national and international partners and stakeholders. 

Further information concerning DCU Business School is provided in the Information Pack for Candidates available here.  

Role Profile

The successful individual will be a member of the Work, Psychology and Strategy Group in DCU Business School. They will conduct high-quality research and teaching in Strategy and will also participate in the School’s external engagement activities. Further, the successful individual is expected to contribute to programme management, research supervision and the service activities of the School and University. 

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• A PhD (or near completion of a PhD) in Strategy or a related discipline (e.g. Strategic Management, Global Strategy, Sustainable Management, International Business, Global Leadership) and a strong academic record.
• A track record of appropriate teaching experience, with a commitment to the highest quality of teaching and learning in the area of Strategy or a closely related field.
• A well-defined research plan with evidence of published work and/or strong potential for publishing in high-impact international journals.
• Ability to develop and maintain international networks and collaborations within the academic and professional communities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Evidence of a collegial and collaborative approach to teaching, research, and service.
• Strong evidence of successful teamwork and a collegial approach, with a willingness to contribute to the development and success of the School.
• A demonstrated ability or potential to contribute to the further development of the School’s national and international reputation in teaching, research and industry engagement. 

Desirable

• Relevant industry experience would be advantageous.
• A professional or teaching qualification, where appropriate, is welcomed.
• An established network of contacts in professional or industry organisations that could benefit the School’s engagement with external stakeholders and would enhance teaching and research initiatives.
• Familiarity with innovative teaching technologies and methodologies that can enhance student learning outcomes.
• Experience in making research funding applications (or the capability to do so in the future) to national or international grant agencies, industry partnerships, or other external sources.
• An interest in geopolitics, digitalisation, futures thinking, sustainability, and/or global strategy. 

Salary Scale:

Assistant Professor - €64,583.00 - €103,501.00. 

Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy. 

Closing date: Friday 10 of April

Provisional Interview Dates: End April-early May 

Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:

Professor Brian Harney, Head of School Work, Psychology and Strategy, Dublin City University Business School, Dublin City University.

Email: brian.harney@dcu.ie  

Please apply as described below. 

Application Procedure:

Please submit your application through the online system at www.dcu.ie/people/jobs, in order to be considered, you must upload:

1)  Curriculum Vitae

2)  Cover Letter

3)  Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy). 

Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed. 

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