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.