Sessional Instructor - OPMA 419 LEC 01 & LEC 02, Winter 2027, Haskayne School of Business

Description

The Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Sessional Instructor to teach Winter 2027 OPMA 419 (Predictive Models in Business Analytics). Classes in the Winter 2027 semester run from January 11 to April 13, 2027. Registrar Scheduled Exams will take place between April 16 to April 27, 2027, if applicable.

OPMA 419 (Predictive Models in Business Analytics)

LEC 01 Tuesday / Thursday 11:00am - 12:15pm

LEC 02 Tuesday / Thursday 12:30pm - 1:45pm

The Calendar description of the course:

"Prediction and classification models with machine learning to identify patterns and the likelihood of future outcomes. Techniques may include visualization, cluster analysis, regression-based models, classification trees and neural networks."

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (MBA, MSc, DBA or PhD) or work experience in a relevant field is required.
• Previous post-secondary teaching experience of a quantitative course is preferred.
• Affinity to teach advanced predictive techniques and statistics with the use of Siemens AI Studio (part of the RapidMiner portfolio), R and/or Python is required.
• Demonstrate the ability to foster student engagement at the undergraduate level.
• Located in or near Calgary for the in-person delivery of the course is required.
  
  

To apply, please submit your application online via the 'Apply Now' link and address your cover letter to the attention of Marco Bijvank, Area Chair, Operations and Supply Chain Management. DO NOT email your application directly to Marco Bijvank. In support of your application, please provide the following in your application package:

• A current CV containing a discussion of relevant teaching and professional experience.
• Previous teaching evaluations, if applicable.
• Names of three references.
• Any additional information that you may have to strengthen your application and assist in the selection process.
  
  

Please be aware that the application process only allows for four attachments, which may require you to merge documents.

The application deadline is November 2, 2026. Please note that consideration of applicants may begin before the application deadline.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

While we accept all applications for this vacancy, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association website at http://www.ucalgary.ca/TUCFA for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.

Employees of the University are required to be based in Alberta regardless of the modality of the course they are hired to teach.

We thank you for your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Haskayne School of Business, click here.

About The University Of Calgary

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The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

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