MGTA633 A - HR Analytics (Spring 2026)

Faculty/Academic Area: Lazaridis School of Business & Economics  

Department: Business - OB/HRM

Campus: Waterloo 

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10756 

Position Title: MGTA633 A – HR Analytics (Spring 2026)

Term: Spring 2026 (May 4 – August 14)

Days/Times: Wednesday 1:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 per week/36 total

Type of Course: Lecture (In-Person)

Anticipated Class Size: 10

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: April 1, 2026

Posting ends: April 8, 2026

Position Summary:

This course helps prepare students for the role of HR data scientist or individual wanting to become more sophisticated in terms of their people analytics. Students learn which analyses are appropriate for various kinds of HR-related data-driven questions. The types of analyses to which students may be exposed include but are not limited to: a brief introduction to psychometric theory; how to build predictive models of employee turnover and job performance; statistical methods for validation of HR assessment measures; estimation of adverse impact; utility analysis; meta-analytic methods specific to HR; how to analyze and interpret employee engagement data; multi-level analysis of organizational data; methods to investigate pay equity; methods to effectively visualize/communicate complex organizational data to decision-makers.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to effectively teach students how to apply analytical methods to HR data in order to generate insights and support evidence-based decision-making in organizations.

Qualifications – Required: Masters degree in Business or related discipline (e.g., Industrial/Organizational psychology) with substantial evidence of advanced analytics expertise; PhD in a relevant field is considered an asset

Qualifications – Discipline: Human resource management, organizational behaviour, or a related discipline with a clear focus on workplace behavior and/or HR practices

Qualifications - Areas of Specialization: Strong foundation in quantitative methods; demonstrated expertise in HR analytics, people analytics, workforce analytics, or a related area

Qualifications - Professional Designation: CHRP or CHRL would be considered an asset

Qualifications – Other: University teaching experience would be considered an asset

Salary: $9316.88

Application Deadline: April 8, 2026

Submit with Application:

Required for All Applicants

• CV (required)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF)

Required for External Applicants

• Names and Contact Information for Referees
• Evidence of Good Teaching
• Verification of highest degree

Optional

• Cover letter
• Teaching dossier, preferably including a statement of teaching philosophy and methodology, a summary of teaching experience and interest (including a list of previously taught courses, if applicable), and evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as course evaluations and testimonials
• Sample course outline of the posted course

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr. Jessie Zhan 

Department of Business, OBHRM 

Wilfrid Laurier University 

Waterloo, Ontario 

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Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at hr@wlu.ca.

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