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Director Position, Centre for Social and Sustainable Innovation, University of Victoria

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The Peter B. Gustavson School of Business invites applications from talented scholars for the position of Director of the Centre for Social and Sustainable Innovation (CSSI) at the University of Victoria. The Director will be appointed as a regular faculty member at the Associate or Full Professor level with tenure. The Director CSSI position is a five year renewable term. Candidates must have a PhD, ideally in management, business or a related discipline, currently hold an academic position at the rank of associate professor or professor, have an outstanding record of publication and will be recognized as an authority in the area of sustainability and/or social innovation, broadly defined. Some experience in administration in an academic setting would be of value.

Qualified candidates will have a strong focus in Social Innovation, Sustainability, Indigenous Entrepreneurship, Business and Society, Business and the Environment, Corporate Social Responsibility, Philanthropy, Non-Profit Management, Ethics and/or Social Entrepreneurship in both their research and teaching.

Candidates must have teaching experience and demonstrate interest in engaging teaching practices. Candidates must have experience in supervising PhD students with multidisciplinary and diverse backgrounds.

Our faculty are globally recognized research leaders conducting cutting edge research on such topics as Indigenous entrepreneurship, business and human rights, climate change strategy, health and meaning at work and the alleviation of poverty and inequality. We seek to complement and extend our already vibrant research community with a scholar dedicated to publishing high quality research in top-rated academic journals. Commensurate with their career stage, qualified candidates must have either an established publishing record in leading scholarly journals or a strong research pipeline including high quality scholarly papers targeted to such journals.

Gustavson is home to the Centre for Social and Sustainable Innovation (CSSI), a highly regarded intra-faculty centre devoted to research, teaching and community engagement in sustainability. The School of Business offers Bachelor of Commerce, Masters of Business Administration and Masters of Global Business degrees – all of which have a sustainability focus embedded in their curricula and a strong co-op component – as well as a PhD in International Management and Organization. Scholarship and teaching at the School are strongly aligned around our three areas of specialization: International Business, Service Management and Entrepreneurship and our guiding pillars – Sustainable/Social Responsible, International, Innovative and Integrative. We are a pioneer and leader in integrating curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Gustavson is one of the few North American schools that is accredited by both the European Federation of Management Development (EQUIS) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Qualified candidates for this position must have a PhD from a research intensive university that is AACSB or EQUIS accredited. They must also have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate proficiency in the classroom.

The experiential dimension in our academic programs includes a mandatory co-op program for all undergraduate students, international exchanges, and overseas co-op work opportunities. In line with this approach, we will give preference to candidates with direct business experience and international experience.

The University of Victoria is consistently ranked in the top tier of Canada’s research-intensive universities. Vital impact drives the UVic sense of purpose. As an internationally renowned teaching and research hub, we tackle essential issues that matter to people, places and the planet. Situated in the Pacific Rim, our location breeds a profound passion for exploration. Defined by its edges, this extraordinary environment inspires us to defy boundaries, discover, and innovate in exciting ways. It’s different here, naturally and by design. We live, learn, work and explore on the edge of what’s next—for our planet and its peoples. Our commitment to research-inspired dynamic learning and vital impact make this Canada’s most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. Experience the edge of possibilities for yourself.

We acknowledge with respect the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

To be considered, please send a letter of application that addresses the full scope of the job requirements along with curriculum vitae, appropriate evidence of research (publications or work in progress) and teaching skills (such as course evaluation scores, teaching statements, syllabi), statement of diversity knowledge, experience and skills and three references to:

Saul Klein, Dean,
Peter B. Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria,
PO Box 1700, STN CSC, Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2,
telephone: (250) 721-6068,
e-mail: adsec@uvic.ca,
website: http://www.gustavson.uvic.ca.

Please note that reference and background checks, including credential and degree verification, may be undertaken as part of this recruitment process.

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. Read our full equity statement here: http://www.uvic.ca/equitystatement

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact Faculty Relations and Academic Administration in the Office of the VP Academic and Provost at FRrecruit@uvic.ca. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement. Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association (www.uvicfa.ca).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Please indicate in your application package if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Consideration of applications will begin on September 14, 2020. The expected start date for this position is July 1, 2021.

Confirmation-track Instructor Position, Sprott School of Business – Carleton University

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About the Position:
The Instructor position in Sprott School of Business is a confirmation-track position holding the rank of either Instructor I, Instructor II, or Instructor III. The incumbent will deliver undergraduate and graduate courses to a diverse student body, contribute to the actively ongoing development of project-based experiential learning opportunities and support the development of linkages between the School and the employer community. The incumbent will also participate in the ongoing development of our academic programs in a highly collegial environment.

About the Academic Unit and Project Based Learning (PBSL) Program:
The Sprott School of Business is committed to excellence in teaching and research and is accredited by AACSB. The School offers the following degrees Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, a Bachelor of International Business with Honours, a Master of Business Administration including off-campus programs in China, a Master of Accounting, a Master of Entrepreneurship, a Master of Science in Management and a Ph.D. in Management. More information on the School can be obtained at http://sprott.carleton.ca, while general information on the University can be found at www.carleton.ca/provost.

The PBSL program aims to get students out of the classroom and working with partner organizations. Through this initiative, students work in interdisciplinary teams to solve real problems to acquire practical experience, expand their networks, and enhance their management/leadership skills.

With a focus on social enterprise and local companies, students strengthen their resumes while learning how to operate in a business environment and deliver consultant quality research. Businesses benefit from the program by gaining access to top students and receiving high value research free of charge. The program adds to the student’s education through meaningful experiences in helping the Carleton community and beyond.

The program will officially launch this Fall as the Sprott Student Consulting Group. Our consulting group has grown steadily and we currently have over 20 projects managed by over one hundred students. Current projects include a variety of clients ranging from startup financial services, local manufacturers, non-profit organizations, and socially minded businesses such as Lee Valley, the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra and Connected Canadians.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess, at minimum, a Master’s degree in business or related area, and demonstrate a strong record of teaching effectiveness. Candidates must possess at least five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in business or an equivalent field or in a related academic environment. Evidence of strong leadership skills considered an asset. Candidates will be expected to continuously develop professionally for maintaining qualifications consistent with requirements of AACSB accreditation. This would include, but not be limited to consulting, executive education, and writing articles (e.g. professional, pedagogical, textbooks or research).

Application Instructions:
Please send your application by email in one single PDF document to hiring@sprott.carleton.ca by September 30, 2020. Application should include a covering letter, C.V. (including if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada), a record of teaching experience and effectiveness. Three letters of reference which should be emailed by the referees to the address above by the closing date of September 30, 2020. Please refer to our job description.

Please also identify any past experiences in supporting equity, diversity and inclusion in your previous institutional environment such as in curriculum development and in supporting diverse students.

Applicants selected for an interview are asked to contact the Dean as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements so arrangements can be made in a timely manner.

About Carleton University:
Carleton University is a dynamic and innovative research and teaching institution with a national and international reputation as a leader in collaborative teaching and learning, research and governance.
To learn more about our university and the City of Ottawa, please visit www.carleton.ca/about.

Carleton University is committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our university including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression. Carleton understands that career paths vary. Legitimate career interruptions will in no way prejudice the assessment process and their impact will be carefully considered.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

School of Business Director Position, Faculty of Professional Studies – University of Fraser Valley

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About UFV
The University of the Fraser Valley has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC’s top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Posting details
The School of Business offers a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration degree with several majors and minors, two-year diploma programs and 1-year certificates. The School currently has a complement of 28 full-time faculty members and an average enrollment of 6,500 students. The School of Business also offers the Bachelor of Business Administration program in Chandigarh, India, a one of a kind Canadian post-secondary institution on Indian soil that offers applied North American curriculum taught by a mix of International and Indian faculty.

For its high quality and international perspective, the UFV Bachelor of Business Administration program has been awarded EPAS accreditation recognizing it as one of the leading business programs in the world. The UFV School of Business is a member of EFMD, one of the key business school networks in the world. We pledge to provide responsible management education, research, and thought leadership through PRME.

UFV’s School of Business invites applicants for the full-time position of Director. This is a tenure-track, Assistant Professor / Associate Professor position in the School of Business with a five-year term as Director.

Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty of Professional Studies, the Director is responsible for managing all aspects of the School’s operations and leading a dynamic team of staff and faculty members. Working with Area Chairs for each major/discipline in the School, the Director manages curriculum and program development, program management, timetabling, staffing (Including faculty and sessional instructor recruitment), budgeting, educational planning, enrollment management, strategic planning, Chandigarh campus collaboration and community partnership building.

The Director participates in the administration of the Faculty of Professional Studies through collaboration with the Dean and Associate Dean, and membership on the Professional Studies Heads and Directors Team. Working with a diverse range of students, including Indigenous and International students, the Director also has the responsibility to encourage high-quality teaching, learning, scholarship and service within the School. As a leader, the Director will build and maintain relationships within the School and the University. The Director is responsible for representing the School at the institutional and inter-institutional level, and within the wider external community, as well as Internationally including travel to UFV India in Chandigarh. Participation on institutional committees, service contributions, and ongoing professional development is an expectation. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the School contributes to the fulfilment of UFV’s strategic directions and Education Plan priorities.

We particularly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples and, those with experience of racialization or colonization.

Qualifications
Experience and interest in developing entrepreneurial and innovative experiential learning opportunities, including community-student partnerships, internships, study abroad and co-curricular activities is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience in technology-supported learning environments (e.g., hybrid, on-line, experiential, and computer-assisted learning) and innovative inter-disciplinary teaching environments would be an asset. Experience and interest in interdisciplinary and cross-Faculty collaborations is also highly desirable. Awareness regarding the use of evidence-based teaching and accessibility principles to optimize learning for all people (e.g. Universal Design for Learning, Principles of Accessibility) is an asset.

The successful candidate will possess a PhD in a business or management-related discipline from an AACSB or EQUIS accredited institution together with five years of relevant business education experience. The successful candidate will have a commitment to Indigenization and a strong track record of:
• scholarship and teaching experience at an accredited public post-secondary institution;
• successful academic or professional administration experience; and
• academic program development.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills that include effective communication, planning and program administration, and conflict resolution skills. Experience in managing or supporting a formal program or institution accreditation process would be an asset.

How to apply
The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on August 20, 2020; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must submit:
(1) a letter of application (cover letter),
(2) a curriculum vitae,
(3) a teaching dossier (including a teaching philosophy statement and student evaluations),
(4) a leadership philosophy (demonstrating areas including curriculum/program management, budgeting, community partnership building, strategic enrolment management, educational planning and staffing),
(5) a statement of research interests,
(6) two samples of academic scholarship, and
(7) three letters of reference reflecting both industry and academic experience (may be submitted at interview stage).

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Direct your application to hrinfo@ufv.ca by referring to Posting #2019.056.

Human Resources
University of the Fraser Valley
33844 King Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada V2S 7M8
Tel: (604) 854-4554 Fax: (604) 854-1538 Website: www.ufv.ca
Email resumes to: hrinfo@ufv.ca

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check. Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide copies of their most recent evaluation summary.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Tenure-track position, Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Haskayne School of Business-University of Calgary

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The Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary invites applications for an appointment in Entrepreneurship & Innovation Area, at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure-track), or Associate or Full Professor (with Tenure). The start date is July 1, 2020, with the option to negotiate a January 1, 2021 start date.

Candidates must have:
• A PhD in Business or Management with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation or a related discipline
• Evidence of, or potential for, publishing in high quality journals
• Teaching and research interests in the area of entrepreneurship and innovation
• A willingness to undertake graduate student supervision and teach doctoral-level courses in entrepreneurship and innovation
• For the Associate Professor position, a minimum of five years of experience in an academic position focused in the area related to entrepreneurship and innovation
• For the Full Professor position, a minimum of ten years of experience in an academic position focused in the area related to entrepreneurship and innovation
• A demonstrated willingness to provide service to the university and to interact with the business community

Key requirements of the positions include:
• High-quality research and knowledge dissemination
• Securing research funding
• Teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels
• Working with colleagues on interdisciplinary research initiatives, programme development and implementation
• Meaningful engagement with the business school’s entrepreneurship centres, e.g., the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the Trico Foundation Social Entrepreneurship Centre, and/or the Creative Destruction Lab – Rockies
• Engagement with local, national and international professional and other communities

The normal teaching load in the Haskayne School of Business is two courses per semester (four per year). A reduced teaching load may be negotiated in the first years. Research support may be offered to all new hires.

Applicants at the Assistant Professor rank must have completed or near completion of a doctoral degree or equivalent, will demonstrate the desire and potential to be a teacher in a professional faculty, and will provide evidence of past and/or potential excellence in scholarship.

Applicants at the Associate/Full Professor rank must possess a doctoral degree or equivalent in entrepreneurship or other closely related field. They must provide evidence of success in teaching entrepreneurship or related subjects in a professional faculty, have an active research and publication track record, demonstrate potential for continued meaningful contributions to the field, and provide evidence of raising funds to support research centers and student experiences.

We are seeking candidates who are aligned with the business school’s aspiration to be an internationally recognized centre of excellence for business education, research, and community outreach, with a special emphasis on entrepreneurship, which is one of the distinct elements that define Calgary and Alberta.

Accredited by AACSB International, the Haskayne School of Business is a progressive and innovative business school. We serve more than 4,000 full- and part-time students enrolled in bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate programs, as well as over 1,300 executive education program participants. The school plays an important role in shaping the next generation of leaders in Canada’s most enterprising city and has over 25,000 alumni in over 89 countries worldwide. The vision of the Haskayne School of Business is to be a place where big ideas come to life and bold leaders thrive. Haskayne’s mission is to create innovative research, unparalleled learning opportunities and meaningful engagement with our community.

The Haskayne School of Business offers a full range of degree programs including: Bachelor of Commerce; Master of Management; Master of Business Administration (MBA); Executive MBA; Global Energy Executive MBA; PhD in Management; Doctor of Business Administration (DBA); an interdisciplinary Master of Science degree in Sustainable Energy Development; and a full range of open and customized Executive Education programs.

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online at the University of Calgary Careers site (https://careers.ucalgary.ca). Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents): Applicants should submit:
1. a cover letter
2. a curriculum vitae
3. a teaching philosophy statement or a teaching dossier (including summary of teaching evaluations)
4. a brief research statement outlining the research achievements and a research agenda for the next five years
5. three letters of reference (will be requested only for short-listed candidates)

Please address the documents to:
Dr. Michael Robinson, Chair, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Area Recruiting Committee,
Haskayne School of Business University of Calgary
2500 University Drive N.W.
Calgary, Alberta,
Canada T2N 1N4
Tel: 403-220-8476
For questions regarding this position, please email: Enti_recruiting2020@haskayne.ucalgary.ca

Application Deadline: March 30, 2020

For more information and to apply: https://business.careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/5075634-faculty-position-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-haskayne-school-of-business

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. 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)

To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Haskayne School of Business visit Careers in the Haskayne School of Business.

About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

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