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Executive Assistant — University of the Fraser Valley

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The Executive Assistant is a key member of the President’s administrative support team providing confidential senior administrative support to the President and managing the President’s schedule and daily activities. This position works closely with the Chief of Staff, aligning the President’s activities and schedule with the priorities of the university and with the President’s goals.

As a member of the President’s Administrative Support Team, this position liaises with internal stakeholders, such as UFV employees (faculty, staff, and administrators), students, internal committees and societies of UFV. It also involves outreach to government agencies, other post-secondary institutions, community leaders, indigenous groups, business, and industry locally, nationally and internationally.

The Executive Assistant provides direct support to the President’s Advisory Council and other groups and committees as assigned. This position functions at a high level of confidentiality within the Office of the President.

The incumbent performs advanced, diversified, and confidential administrative duties requiring broad and comprehensive experience, competencies, and knowledge of organizational policies and practices. The incumbent ensures that appropriate follow up actions are taken, and initiates meetings and communications as directed. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for the flow of information to and from the President’s office via all types of venues (forums, correspondence, speeches, conferences, retreats, etc.).

The Executive Assistant (temporary):

  • Provide confidential senior level administrative support for the President, including preparing correspondence, press releases, reports, and presentations.
  • Liaise with internal and external constituents on behalf of the President.
  • Liaise with all levels of administration, faculty, and staff to coordinate and resolve problems and issues.
  • Responsibility for maintaining the accuracy of the President’s calendar and schedule, using judgment to prioritize various meetings, appointments, and travel.
  • Respond to and manage all requests for the President’s time.
  • Exercise independent judgment in making decisions, providing information in accordance with established procedures and policies.
  • Plan and initiate meetings and special events at the President’s request.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements for the President.
  • Support for President’s Advisory Council and other committees as assigned.
  • Contribute to a positive, productive, and collaborative work environment.
  • Manage office operations including workflow, budget operations, event planning and critical deadlines.
  • Participate in and/or lead special projects on the President’s behalf.
  • Provides assistance to the President when dealing with issues from internal and external constituents by evaluating the validity and urgency of the inquiry, researching background information, presenting options and preparing responses.
  • Demonstrates respect for all members of the UFV community and proactively works to create an environment of inclusivity and accessibility.
  • Engages in learning and activities related to actioning indigenization and understanding the impact of colonialism and the purpose of reconciliation.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, business administration or administration, or a related field
  • Minimum five (5) years’ related experience providing senior administrative support preferably in a post-secondary institution or environment
  • Senior level competency in all Microsoft office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel
  • Proficiency in PowerPoint, Multi-sound media and other presentation platforms
  • Strong organization skills
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable and deal with a variety of tasks simultaneously, generally under inflexible time constraints
  • Proven ability to act with integrity, exercising tact and diplomacy in interactions with internal and external stakeholders
  • Experienced in research and report writing
  • Demonstrated initiative and sound judgment
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
  • Commitment to quality and integrity
  • Enjoys working in a fast-paced and at times stressful work environment
  • Demonstrated superior interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills, that include experience in dealing with the public, and a professional demeanor
  • Ability to manage and process confidential and sensitive material in a professional manner
  • Ability to assess options and implications, in order to identify solutions
  • Must have a proactive nature and have the ability to work independently in meeting office objectives under the general direction of the President
  • Experience working in a confidential office environment with the demonstrated ability of using sound judgment, tact, discretion and professional integrity

UFV Leadership Proficiencies:

  • Create and implement plans – shape, align and execute the strategic priorities to meet student and community needs.
  • Lead change – Remain flexible, adjusting to changing circumstances and lead positive change by balancing innovation and calculated risk taking.
  • Cultivate collaborative relationships – Build effective working relationships internally and externally and collaborate to achieve mutually beneficial goals.
  • Inspire and develop talent – Invest in developing yourself, staff and faculty, effective teams, and our culture of excellence.
  • Make effective decisions – Make sound and timely decisions that benefit UFV in both straightforward and ambiguous circumstance.
  • Infuse Indigenization, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – Lead by example, valuing differing perspectives and backgrounds and promote equity, inclusion, and respect in a diverse environment.

About UFV:

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq’eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV 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.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer.  Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee.  Inquiries about the survey may be directed to careers@ufv.ca.  Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Please note: you should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied to this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at candidate.njoynhelp@cgi.com or 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm (EST).

Apply online – job number: J0423-0584.

Tenure-track faculty position in Social Enterprise — Memorial University

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The Faculty of Business Administration is committed to excellence and relevance in its teaching, research and community engagement. Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position in Social Enterprise at the rank of assistant professor with a proposed commencement date of July 1, 2023. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is subject to budgetary approval.

Applicants should have or be very near completion of a PhD or DBA, have demonstrated research productivity commensurate with the rank, and a commitment to teaching and research in a university environment. The Faculty of Business Administration is leading the development of teaching and research capacity in social enterprise and entrepreneurship at Memorial University through an MBA in Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (MBA-SEE) and a Centre for Social Enterprise (CSE). The successful applicant will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and conduct research in the areas of social enterprise. The successful candidate will be expected to be actively involved in the CSE and the MBA-SEE and contribute to the strong relationship between the Faculty of Business Administration and external and internal stakeholders in the social enterprise domain. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in social enterprise. Expertise in sustainability, and corporate social responsibility would be assets. An interest for innovative course delivery, experiential learning and relevant practitioner experience would be an advantage.

If the successful candidate has not completed an earned doctorate, they shall be appointed to a regular term, nonrenewable three-year appointment at the rank of assistant professor. If the candidate completes all the requirements for the doctorate during the first 24 months of the term appointment, they shall begin a tenure-track appointment following completion of the requirements of the degree.

The Faculty of Business Administration is a leader in management education and is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Approximately 2,100 students are registered in the undergraduate programs of the Faculty, with another 200 students completing graduate programs, including a PhD, an MBA, an MBA in Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, and an MSc in Management. For additional information about our Faculty, please visit our web site at http://www.business.mun.ca.

Memorial University is one of the largest universities in Atlantic Canada. As the province’s only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to almost 18,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John’s, a safe friendly city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities. For further information about Memorial, please visit http://www.mun.ca.

The deadline to receive applications is March 31, 2023.

Applications should include: (1) a cover letter addressing in detail how the applicant meets the stated qualifications for the position; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and teaching experience, (4) a statement of research interests and plans; and (5) up to three recent examples of significant writing output (e.g., academic publications, working papers, practitioner articles). Please send complete applications electronically to the address below, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent directly by the referees to the same address. Please quote reference: F03968-2022-201.

Virtual meetings might be organized with applicants in case more information is needed.

Travor Brown, PhD

Interim Dean

Faculty of Business Administration

Memorial University of Newfoundland

St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, A1B 3X5

E-mail: deanfba@mun.ca

For further information telephone (709) 864-8851 or e-mail deanfba@mun.ca.

Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact equity@mun.ca directly, and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities, and racialized people; and people with disabilities. As part of Memorial University’s commitment to employment equity, all applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of a target group(s) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of a target group(s) unless they complete an employment equity survey. If you do not receive a survey or have any questions, please contact equity@mun.ca.

Tenure-track position in Indigenous Economics — Thompson Rivers University

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Thompson Rivers University is located on the traditional lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (Kamloops campus) and the T’exelc (Williams Lake campus) within Secwépemc’ulucw, the traditional and unceded territory of the Secwépemc. Our region also extends into the territories of the St’át’imc, Nlaka’pamux, Nuxalk, Tŝilhqot’in, Dakelh, and Syilx peoples.

In affirmation of the calls to action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics (TRU Gaglardi) at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is committed to inclusivity and moving decisively with our Indigenizing initiatives.  The Department of Economics welcomes applications for a tenure-track position in the broad area of Indigenous Economics.  Fields of interest may include First Nations Economic Development; Land, Resource and Environmental Management; Sustainability; Tax Administration; Infrastructure Management; etc.  The appointment may be in either the research, teaching, and service (tripartite) stream or in the teaching and service (bipartite) stream, and the rank is open and may be at the assistant, associate or professor level.  The preferred starting date is July 1, 2023.

A key priority of this position is the development and delivery of educational programs and/or community-based research that supports Indigenous People in building capacity for their communities.  In addition, the successful candidate will have opportunities to teach and/or contribute to undergraduate courses in areas such as Indigenous economics and graduate courses within the Department’s Masters-level programs in Environmental Economics and Management and the School’s MBA program.  The external service and community commitments associated with the position are recognized as a priority.  Providing leadership in Indigenization and guidance to Indigenous students is especially desirable.  Similarly, cross-disciplinary, or interdisciplinary capabilities within and beyond TRU Gaglardi would be an asset.

Diverse Career Paths and Support:

The creation of knowledge and broadening of influence can take many forms and can be measured according to a variety of scholarly and/or professional standards, including through the diverse modes of communication and ways of knowledge of Indigenous Peoples.  Consequently, the Department recognizes excellence across a broad spectrum of educational, professional and research practices and outputs.  Further, the Department of Economics and TRU Gaglardi are committed to the professional development of faculty members in the pursuit of their diverse career paths.

About the Department of Economics

The Department of Economics is one of five departments in the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics. We are a supportive and collegial team, with sixteen full-time faculty members.  The Department offers a wide range of programs including:

  • A Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management and a Master of Environmental Economics
  • Majors in Economics within both the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees.
  • Post Baccalaureate Diplomas in Economics and in Economics and Political Science
  • Minors in Economics and in Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development

In addition, we deliver core courses to all BBA, post baccalaureate and Master of Business Administration (MBA) students.

About the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics

With over 3000 on-campus students, the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics is the largest business school in the interior of British Columbia, offering undergraduate, post baccalaureate and graduate programs in business and economics including Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master in Environmental Economics and Management (MEEM), Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management (MScEEM). SoBE is also Thompson Rivers University’s largest faculty. What makes SoBE unique is that, even with its size, it maintains a collaborative environment, with support provided to assist professors with both research and teaching.

About Thompson Rivers University
With over 25,000 on-campus and online students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in eight diverse faculties, TRU celebrates academic excellence and excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities. TRU delivers graduate and undergraduate programs in Business, Law, Nursing, Education and Social Work, Arts and Science. Our students and faculty reflect the local, national, and global community. TRU provides a rich and engaging student-centred environment where students and faculty know each other by name.  TRU strives to create inclusive and rewarding student experiences, both on and off campus.

New Indigenous scholars will become part of a very active and engaged Indigenous community at Thompson Rivers University.  To learn more about TRU’s Indigenous community, please visit: https://www.tru.ca/indigenous.html.

What TRU Offers
TRU offers competitive salary, benefits and a defined benefit pension plan, personal development funds and sabbaticals outlined by the TRUFA collective agreement. SoBE and TRU provide researchers the opportunity to apply to a variety of research funding sources available. TRU’s classes and offices are located on a spectacular campus with panoramic views of the Thompson Rivers and surrounding mountains. Nestled between hiking trails of Kenna Cartwright Park and within walking distance of downtown, TRU offers a country-in-the-city feeling that is unlike other universities.

Welcome to the BC Interior
Thompson Rivers University is located in Kamloops, British Columbia. Life in the sunny interior of British Columbia provides immediate access to some of the most incredible outdoor experiences Canada has to offer ranging from winter sports at Sun Peaks, to some of Canada’s best mountain biking and hiking trails, walking distance from TRU. Located between the coastal and Rocky Mountains, Kamloops is within a 30-minute drive from hundreds of beautiful freshwater lakes, and only three and a half hours from Vancouver. With a relatively mild winter and spectacularly warm and dry summers, Kamloops offers a high quality of life. While the city is still small with less than 100,000 inhabitants, it is served by an airport, a hospital, a university, a WHL hockey team and yet still maintains a small-town feel where one rarely commutes longer than 10 minutes. It is a safe community to raise a family and maintains reasonable housing prices.  To learn more about living in Kamloops and Thompson Rivers University please visit our Web Site. https://www.tru.ca/careers/living-kamloops.html

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should have an appropriate mix of academic, Indigenous-community, and professional credentials and experience.  While an earned doctorate in Economics or a related disciplinary or interdisciplinary field would be an asset, we also welcome other highly qualified applicants with greater emphasis on community and/or professional accomplishments.  Connections and experience working within Indigenous communities in Canada is a requirement.  Teaching experience is also valuable with evidence of strong teaching skills.

Applicants

In recognition of the mandate of this position in Indigenous economics, qualified candidates who identify as Indigenous or Indigenous allies and who do work within Indigenous communities are encouraged to apply.

TRU is committed to building and fostering an inclusive environment and increasing the diversity of its faculty.  We welcome applications from persons with accessibility needs and from persons of any sexual and gender identity.  The position is open to qualified internal and external applicants. As per Canadian immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Application Process
Assessment of applications will begin on March 31, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit the following:

  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Indigenous community-based letters of reference
  • Statement of community-based educational work and/or research interests
  • Examples of community-based work including instructional resources, reports, conference papers, publications, etc.
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Teaching evaluations if applicable

Short-listed applicants will be requested to provide

  • At least three academic references or letters of reference
  • A copy of transcripts at the time of an interview or preferably before

Applications can be made online, and inquiries can be directed to the attention of:
Dr. Jim Gaisford, Professor and Chair
Department of Economics
Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8
Email: jgaisford@tru.ca

Professor Of Mi’kmaq Studies — Cape Breton University

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The Department of L’nu, Political and Social Studies in the School of Arts & Community Studies at Cape Breton University (CBU) invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Mi’kmaq Studies, at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. These positions will commence July 2023.

One of Canada’s youngest and most ambitious universities, CBU recognizes its location on Cape Breton Island as part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. Committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and thought leadership, CBU strives to create a global academic experience and build a sustainable future for Cape Breton Island. Home to nearly 6,000 students, CBU is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning. This excellence extends throughout the Institution’s diverse community of valued faculty and staff who relish the idea of helping to create and promote a quality environment at CBU.

CBU delivers an authentic multicultural experience to all who become part of its community. Surrounded by pristine natural landscape, vibrant culture and welcoming communities on Canada’s stunning east coast, CBU attracts students from more than 50 countries around the world. CBU prides itself on providing personalized educational opportunities that focus on academics, research, student services, a vibrant campus life and cutting-edge technology.

The School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS), which is home to Department of L’nu, Political and Social Studies, provides a strong foundation for the future of its students. With an extraordinary range of studies, students can pursue their interests, build on their talents and find their niche. Whether it is full-time, part-time, three or four years, SASS degrees and programs are flexible and allow students to tailor their education. SASS provides students a valuable educational experience offering small classes, taught by passionate faculty who give students the chance to do research in their first year, as well as a community-oriented and experiential learning at the forefront of most degrees and programs. SASS also offers a three-year and four-year degree in Mi’kmaq Studies. This comprehensive area of study immerses students in Mi’kmaw history, culture, language, and politics.

The Department of L’nu, Political and Social Studies is seeking candidates whose teaching and research specialization lies in the areas of either Mi’kmaw law/governance, Mi’kmaw history/culture, or Linguistics/Linguistic Anthropology specializing in Mi’kmaw language. The primary area of teaching responsibility will be in Mi’kmaq Studies with a potential cross-appointment to another department depending on the candidates’ areas of expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and deliver courses on campus, in-community, and/or online, and will also be asked to participate fully in the collegial life of the university by accepting administrative duties within the department, Unama’ki College, and/or university-wide committees.

As the ideal candidate, you possess a record of teaching and research experience consistent with the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. You also possess a PhD or professional degree at the rank of a Master’s degree or above. Exceptional candidates who may not possess either of these minimum academic credentials but do hold traditional and living Indigenous knowledge will also be considered. The search committee will rank highly candidates with previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Candidates should also have a well-defined research agenda or be willing to engage in a collaborative process to develop a research plan. For these positions, research may be academic or community-based in nature, or a combination of both approaches.

CBU teaches programs on campus, off campus in locations across Mi’kma’ki and on-line. The university and its partners will therefore provide opportunities for faculty members to teach in different modes in different locations as part of their regular workload. While these opportunities may not be available equally for all faculty positions in all programs, a clear willingness to teach in different modes and locations will be noted as part of your application.

CBU is committed to providing a welcoming, supportive and enriching learning and research environment to its Indigenous scholars and students. The School of Arts and Social Sciences and the Department of Mi’kmaq Studies will provide support and mentorship to the successful candidates to ensure their success at CBU. As a member of the CBU community, and as an Indigenous scholar, the successful candidates will be welcomed into CBU’s Unama’ki College, an environment rooted in the knowledge, wisdom and traditions of the Mi’kmaq. Through collaboration with Unama’ki College, successful candidates will have the opportunity to engage and work with the College’s Indigenous learners and Elders in Residence as well as faculty and staff who speak Mi’kmaw and deliver courses in Mi’kmaw communities. In addition, the successful candidates will be supported by the CBU community in developing courses, building on existing courses, developing a research portfolio, and identifying areas for partnership and service both within CBU and in the broader community. CBU supports a two-eyed seeing approach to teaching and research and encourages Indigenous research methodologies and pedagogies.

If you would like to receive further information on this opportunity, please contact Beth McLennan (bmclennan@kbrs.ca) or Christina Connors (cconnors@kbrs.ca). Completed applications can be submitted online by clicking “APPLY NOW”.

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Cape Breton University and KBRS will provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to the recruitment professional named in the job description.

Lecturer, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation — Dalhousie University

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Position Title: Lecturer/Assistant/Associate or Full Professor in Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Posting Number: F424P

Type of position: Tenure Stream

Department/Unit: Rowe School of Business

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

About the opportunity

As a signatory of the Scarborough Charter on Anti-Black Racism and Black Inclusion, Dalhousie has committed to taking decisive action to recruit Black scholars to the university and to employ best practices to support their retention and advancement. This commitment is expressed in our Strategic Plan’s second pillar, Inclusive Excellence. In keeping with these commitments and our institutional drive and obligation to enrich our research, teaching, and learning environment and community engagement, Dalhousie invites applications for the below position.

This opportunity is part of a cluster hiring initiative supported by the Dalhousie Diversity Faculty Award (DDFA) program. In keeping with the principles of employment equity, the DDFA program aims to correct historic underrepresentation. This initiative will support inclusive excellence by appointing 5 Black scholars to the university across multiple disciplines. Cluster hires promote interdisciplinary collaboration, while creating communities of support for scholars from underrepresented groups. These new scholars will find opportunities for scholarly contributions, collaboration, and support as Fellows of the newly established Black Studies Research Institute and will contribute to our emerging transdisciplinary program in Black and African Diaspora Studies (BAFD).

Further information about this initiative may be found here https://www.dal.ca/dept/senior-administration/provost-vp-academic/inclusive-hiring.html.

The Faculty of Management at Dalhousie invites applications for a probationary tenure-track, tenure-track or tenured appointment at the rank of Lecturer, Assistant, Associate or full Professor in the areas of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. We are especially interested in applications from scholars whose work will advance teaching, research and innovation-based extra-curricular activities aligned with the Faculty’s inclusive innovation mandate, which aims to service graduate and undergraduate students university-wide. Applicants will also have the opportunity to participate in Dalhousie’s Black Studies Research Institute and to teach in Dalhousie’s new major in Black and African Diaspora Studies.

The applicant must have a Masters degree in a relevant discipline and be committed to completing a PhD in a relevant discipline, or already have a PhD. Applicants who do not yet have a PhD may be offered a deferred start date in order to complete their PhD before taking up the position. This deferral also includes the possibility of a limited-term appointment at a lower FTE during PhD completion. These details are open to negotiation and to the best approach for both the successful candidate and the Faculty of Management. Applicants should have an outstanding academic record, a record of scholarly engagement, and a commitment to teaching excellence (or demonstrated teaching excellence for applicants already holding an academic appointment).

The Faculty of Management has a long history of providing a world-class education and supporting innovative research leaders. A leader in experiential and work-integrated learning, we’re focussed on being responsive to the world around us. Our research is relevant not just in our core areas, but also stretches across the University to fields like health, psychology, humanities, engineering, law, computer science, oceans, and agriculture. We are an inclusive community driven by curiosity, integrity, and discovery. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives.

With more than 2500 students (over one-quarter graduate students) and 80 faculty members, we offer undergraduate programs (Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Management) and graduate programs (direct-entry and mid-career versions of the Master of Information, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Public Administration; and the Master of Science in Business). All of our degree programs are externally accredited. We actively participate in Dalhousie’s Interdisciplinary PhD program and the multi-Faculty Master of Digital Innovation.

Dalhousie University is among Canada’s U15 group of leading research-oriented universities. We are located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada a city known for its great quality of life. Located in one of Canada’s more temperate areas, Nova Scotia gets warm, sunny summers; long, colorful autumns; and cool, snowy winters.

Information about the Faculty of Management may be found here: https://www.dal.ca/faculty/management.html

Dalhousie University is located in Nova Scotia, Canada (Mi’kma’ki) with four campuses in Halifax and Truro, and satellite locations in Yarmouth and Saint John, New Brunswick. As Atlantic Canada’s primary research-intensive university and a member of the U15 Group of Canadian Universities, our 13 academic Faculties expand understanding through teaching excellence and a drive for discovery that results in more than $214 million in research funding each year.

Each year, Dalhousie welcomes almost 21,000 students from more than 115 countries around the world. A diverse population of Black students call Dalhousie home, including those from African Nova Scotian, Black/African Canadian, and international communities. The United Nations recognized African Canadians as a distinct group and Dalhousie acknowledges African Nova Scotians as a distinct people who have shaped the province and the university for centuries. In 2018, Dalhousie launched the African Nova Scotian Strategy, which was then further updated in 2021 through the work of the strategy’s working group, which includes Dalhousie’s Director of African Nova Scotian Community Engagement. The Strategy is aimed at ensuring sustainable initiatives that support African Nova Scotian students, staff, and faculty members.

Dalhousie has a strong history of introducing ground-breaking initiatives that have created many opportunities for Black students including the Indigenous Blacks & Mi’kmaq Initiative at the Schulich School of Law and Promoting Leadership in Health for African Nova Scotians program. The university has also developed strong ties to several organizations serving that community, for example to the African Canadian Services Branch of the Department of Education – the only such branch in Canada serving Black students in K-12, to the Delmore Buddy Daye Learning Institute and to the Afrocentric Math cohort at Auburn High school.

In 1970, Dalhousie established the Transition year Program (TYP), which provides opportunities for individuals who may face barriers to post-secondary education to prepare for all aspects of academic life and gain access to the university. Nearly two decades ago, Imhotep’s Legacy Academy was established, an innovative university-community partnership designed to create pathways into STEM for students of African descent.

Dalhousie established the James R. Johnston (JRJ) Chair in Black Canadian Studies in 1991 which was at the time, the only endowed Black Studies Chair at a Canadian university. The current Chair, Dr. OmiSoore Dryden, recently established the Black Studies Research Institute (BSRI), a pan-university institute centering transdisciplinary and interdisciplinary research in Black studies. The BSRI will intersect closely with the university’s minor in Black and African Diaspora Studies, developed by former JRJ Chair Dr. Afua Cooper, and the university is now working on a proposal for a full degree program, the development of which is being championed by members of Dalhousie’s Black Faculty and Staff Caucus and supported by senior leaders across the university.

Dalhousie was also the first in Canada to join the Universities Studying Slavery group of institutions, out of which the Lord Dalhousie Report was published. Recommendations led to the Sankofa scholarships, renaming of streets to reflect the Black contribution to Canada and a concerted plan in our international strategy to form even more meaningful educational partnerships with the Caribbean.

As a signatory of the Scarborough Charter, and in keeping with these long-standing institutional commitments to recruiting and supporting Black faculty, staff, and students across the university, Dalhousie is now in an excellent position to support this cluster hiring initiative and candidates will enter a Faculty and university that has demonstrated outstanding and unique support for Black faculty and students.

More information about Dalhousie may be found here: http://www.dal.ca

A complete application includes:

  • Cover letter
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Statement (one (1) page, reflective of your substantive research focus and the methodological approaches that you use to address your research)
  • Teaching Statement (one (1) page, reflective of your teaching philosophy and teaching interests)
  • If applicable, evidence of teaching effectiveness and experience such as teaching evaluations, letters from colleagues or students, and/or research related to the scholarship of teaching and learning (If no such documents are available, please re-upload the teaching statement here.)
  • Commitment to diversity and equity statement (one (1) page, reflective of your approach to supporting inclusive innovation)
  • List of references: Names and contact information of three (3) persons. Reference letters are not required at this stage.

This position is designated to candidates who self-identify as persons of Black/African descent, especially African Nova Scotians. All such qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie recognizes that candidates may self-identify in more than one equity-deserving group, and in this spirit, we encourage applications from candidates who (in addition to being of Black/African descent) also identify as Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), members of other racialized groups, women, persons with a disability, and/or members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

See https://www.dal.ca/dept/hr/employment_equity/definitions-equity-deserving-groups.html for definitions of equity-deserving groups.

Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks will continue to be monitored, and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

Dalhousie University recognizes its obligation to accommodate candidates to ensure full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed online at: http://www.dal.ca/policies. To request accommodation at any stage in the hiring process, please contact Viola.Caume@dal.ca.

Review of applications will begin February 15, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

The full position listing can be found on Dalhousie University site, where you can also apply.

Instructor or Senior Instructor in Climate/Sustainability/Ethics — Dalhousie University

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The Faculty of Management and the Department of Leadership and Organizations invite applications for a probationary/continuing appointment at the rank of Instructor or Senior Instructor, commencing July 1, 2023. The successful candidate is expected to bring expertise in how modern organizations should respond to the climate crisis and achieve goals in environmental sustainability, rooted in evidence-based and science-based decision-making. Their responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate management courses with strong climate, environment, and ethical decision-making themes; working with colleagues to incorporate these themes into existing courses; and engaging directors and colleagues in building these themes into program curricula, drawing on expertise from across the University.

Required qualifications, experience and skills:

    • A PhD, DBA, or equivalent terminal degree in a related field. Applicants very close to their thesis defense date may also be considered.
    • Demonstrated knowledge in the area of evidence-based responses to climate and sustainability needs in an organizational context;
    • Demonstrated ability to connect issues of ethics and sustainability to employees’ behaviour, industrial relations, leadership, HR strategies, competitiveness, and/or influence on governance and public policy;
    • Evidence of efforts to foster safer spaces for equity-deserving groups;
    • Established record of teaching excellence in relevant courses;
    • Experience with online teaching and pedagogical innovation
This position requires teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in required courses on ethics and governance in an organizational context. This position also includes developing academic programming that can strengthen our Faculty’s efforts to provide students with education that helps them build diverse, sustainable organizations that respond to the ongoing climate crisis. This is a teaching-focused position; the teaching load is defined by the Faculty’s workload policy. The career-stream instructor (probationary/continuing) position is one in which the successful candidate will undergo performance evaluation and review consistent with the Dalhousie Faculty Association collective agreement, with the possibility to advance through ranks of Instructor/Senior instructor/University Teaching Fellow, in a continuing appointment.
The Faculty of Management has a long history of providing a world-class education and hosting innovative research leaders, preparing students to make a lasting impact on the world. A leader in experiential and innovative learning, we’re focussed on being responsive to the world around us and building strong relationships which facilitate social and economic good. We are an inclusive community driven by curiosity, integrity, and discovery. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives. Our research is relevant not just in our core areas, but also stretches across the University to fields like health, psychology, engineering, law, computer science, oceans, and agriculture.

With more than 2500 students (over one-quarter graduate students) and 80 faculty members, we offer undergraduate programs (Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Management) where students can complete certificates and majors in Leadership and in Managing People and Organizations. Students in the Bachelor of Management can complete a major in Environment, Society, and Sustainability. Graduate programs include direct-entry and mid-career versions of the Master of Information, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Public Administration; and the Master of Science in Business with a concentration in Management. All of our degree programs are externally accredited. We actively participate in Dalhousie’s Interdisciplinary PhD program and the multi-Faculty Master of Digital Innovation.
Dalhousie University is among Canada’s U15 group of leading research-oriented universities. We are located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada a city known for its great quality of life. Located in one of Canada’s more temperate areas, Nova Scotia gets warm, sunny summers; long, colourful autumns; and cool, snowy winters. Dalhousie University’s climate and sustainability expertise includes internationally-recognized ocean research programs that include multiple Faculties and departments; a department of Earth and Environmental Science; an Environmental Engineering program; a Marine Affairs program; and a School for Resource and Environmental Studies. The successful candidate may opt to be considered for a cross-appointment to Dalhousie University’s College of Sustainability.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit their page.

Required materials below:

  • Cover letter
  • Recent CV
  • Teaching Statement (one (1) page, reflective of your teaching philosophy and teaching interests).
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness and experience such as teaching evaluations, letters from colleagues or students, and/or research related to the scholarship of teaching and learning.
  • Commitment to diversity and equity statement (upload as “EDIA Statement”) (one (1) page, reflective of your perspectives on broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in pedagogical techniques/instruction and research to meet the needs of diverse constituents)
  • List of references: Names and contact information of three (3) persons. Reference letters are not required at this stage.
Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.
Review of applications will begin January 10, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be sent to Dr. Dana Kabat-Farr, Chair of the Search Committee at: kabatfarr@dal.ca

Assistant Professor, Property Management — MacEwan University

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Department of Organizational Behaviour, Human Resources Management, and Management
(Full-Time, Tenure-Track Appointment)

School of Business

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton’s diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world!

The Opportunity

The Department of Organizational Behaviour, Human Resources Management, and Management in the School of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment, at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an emphasis on Property Management, commencing July 01, 2023, subject to final budgetary approval.

The position aligns to the Property Management minor, which is one of the only post-secondary credit programs in Canada educating undergraduates for careers in the extensive and impressive property management industry. The successful applicant will provide guidance to curriculum development, support initiatives to build enrollment in the minor, and engage with community partners to contribute to the job-readiness of graduates. Additionally, the successful applicant will teach a variety of undergraduate courses, pursue academic and/or community-based scholarly activity, and work collaboratively to contribute service to the operation of the University.

Teaching areas include, but are not limited to, introductory and advanced courses in the Property Management minor (e.g. introduction to property management, legal issues for property manager, managing client relationships, and revenue management). As the successful candidate may have a background in a different core business area (e.g. Management, Accounting, Marketing, and Law), with specific expertise and scholarship in Property Management, additional teaching areas may include other courses in the department and across the School of Business.

Potential research areas include, but are not limited to, leadership and management of property management firms, residential and commercial consumer behaviour, property investment / taxation / insurance, ethics in property management, agency relations and regulations, social housing and social issues, and urban and real estate economics.

The successful applicant will hold a terminal degree (or evidence of imminent completion) in a related field, demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate education, present an ongoing research program, and provide evidence of teaching excellence at the post-secondary level. Pedagogical innovation, including implementing universal design for learning approaches and work-integrated learning projects, is highly appreciated. Professional / industry experience in property management is desirable, as is holding a professional designation or having strong capacity to attain a professional designation.

Your application should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier (including recent teaching evaluations), a statement of research interests, a sample of scholarly work, academic transcripts, and three names of reference (with contact information). Detailed references reviews will be undertaken for short-listed candidates, only.
Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to the Department Chair, Dr. Mike Annett. Contact information and further information about the department can be found on the website.

How to Apply:

To apply, go to the career site and select the job posting (22.10.259). If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.

A review of applications will begin December 01, 2022, and continue until a suitable candidate is found.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.
This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Personal Information Collection Notification

Personal information is being collected to determine your qualifications for employment. This information is collected, used and protected under the authority of and in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It may be provided to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm. 10-600, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone (780) 497-5434.

Assistant Professor, Risk Management — MacEwan University

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(Full-Time, Tenure-Track Appointment)
School of Business

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton’s diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 59 programs to more than 18,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world!

The Opportunity

The Department of Decision Sciences in the School of Business invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment in Risk Management at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing July 1, 2023, subject to final budgetary approval.
Our department is one of the few departments with an academic program in Insurance and Risk Management across Canada. You will oversee this program and teach our existing courses in insurance and risk management and in decision sciences, and help develop additional courses in this area. You are expected to maintain an ongoing program of academic research in risk management or a related field in decision sciences. As a faculty member in the discipline, you are expected to be active in building and fostering relationships with stakeholders in the insurance industry.

Qualifications

You will hold a Ph.D. in risk management, actuarial sciences, applied economics, management science, decision science, or a closely related field. You should demonstrate a primary commitment to undergraduate teaching and an ongoing research program in areas related to, but not limited to, risk management, insurance, actuarial science, data science, or management science. Candidates with professional/industry experience in insurance and risk management, especially in the Canadian context, will be highly desirable.

You should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier (including your teaching philosophy, and recent teaching evaluations), a statement of research interests, and a sample of your research work. In your application, please provide the names of three referees. If you are shortlisted, we will ask for detailed references from your referees and for academic transcripts from the institution where you completed your degrees.

Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to Dr. Rohit Jindal, Chair, Department of Decision Sciences (JindaLR@macewan.ca). Contact information and further information about the Department can be found on the website.

How to Apply:

To apply, go to the career site and select the job posting (22.10.243). If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.

A review of applications will begin on January 2, 2023, and continue until a suitable candidate is found.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.
This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Personal Information Collection Notification
Personal information is being collected to determine your qualifications for employment. This information is collected, used and protected under the authority of and in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. It may be provided to non-HR members of a hiring and interview panel if your application advances to that stage of the hiring process. If you have any questions about these arrangements, please contact: Human Resources, University Services Centre, Rm. 10-600, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 or phone (780) 497-5434.

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