Job Postings

The School of Business has a temporary opening for the position of Advisor, School of Business.

The successful candidate will provide advising for prospective and registered School of Business students in accordance with the University procedures and regulations. Advising takes a holistic approach from pre-to-post University experience. The Advisor also manages admissions into, enrolment in, and graduation from the School of Business programs, provides support to faculty and administration in program-relevant developments, and provides administrative support to students and the School of Business in conjunction with the advising role.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Minimum three years of related work experience in post-secondary institutions.
• Minimum three years of experience related to the personal or academic development of an individual.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of Professionalism and Resourcefulness.

Application link: http://clients.njoyn.com/CL3/xweb/xweb.asp?clid=56144&page=jobdetails&jobid=J0923-0067&BRID=EX237522&SBDID=1&LANG=1

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:lō Tém:éxw (Stó:lō Land; Stó:lō World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lō 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 here: https://www.ufv.ca/president/presidents-task-force-on-equity-diversity-and-inclusion/equity-diversity-and-inclusion-action-plan/

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.

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OPEN RANK FACULTY POSITION – ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management invites applications for one or more Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full) positions in the Organizational Behavior area starting 1st August 2024, pending budget approval.  Successful candidates will sustain cutting-edge, high quality research and publish in top journals. They are also expected to work actively with doctoral students, and to teach in our undergraduate and graduate programs. We encourage applications from candidates at all levels.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Candidates who have already earned a Ph.D. must have done so in a related discipline (e.g., organizational behaviour, management, strategy, international business, entrepreneurship, organizational theory, sociology, psychology). The ideal candidate with a Ph.D. will have an experience-appropriate record of research publications in high quality, peer-reviewed journals, evidence of effective teaching, and clear promise of pursuing an interesting and innovative research agenda. Applicants demonstrating outstanding potential, both as a researcher and a teacher, who are doctoral students and plan to have completed the requirements for their Ph.D. (also in a related discipline) by December 2024 will also be considered. Preference will be given to candidates interested in research and teaching on sustainability; entrepreneurship/innovation; equity, diversity, and inclusion; or AI/analytics.  However, all applicants will be considered.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing; but knowledge of French or a willingness to learn French is desirable.

McGill University

McGill is a leading research-intensive university located in the heart of Montreal.  With 80 current tenured/tenure-track professors, the Desautels Faculty of Management is committed to continued growth. The Faculty has 2,300 B.Com. students, 250 MBA/ EMBA/ MM students, 76 Ph.D. students, as well as a wide range of executive education offerings.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Faculty members conduct research with a variety of approaches. Professors have diverse disciplinary backgrounds and enjoy a high level of independence in their research and teaching endeavors.  McGill’s emphasis is on research quality, innovation, and impact.

Montreal boasts an experience between North America and Europe. It is a bilingual city with a vibrant restaurant scene, diverse and dynamic cultural offerings, numerous leisure and recreational activities, and country getaways within a short driving distance. Housing costs, government-funded health care, subsidized day care and free public primary and secondary education help make living in Montreal more affordable. It is also family-friendly and deemed the 4th best city in North America for quality of life in the 2018 Mercer survey and the top city in the world for students in the HelpfulProfessor.com 2023 report.

• https://montrealgazette.com/news/local-news/montreal-ranked-as-the-best-city-in-the-world-for-students
• https://helpfulprofessor.com/best-cities-to-study-in-across-the-world/

More information about the Desautels Faculty of Management can be found at: https://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/about

All application materials should be submitted electronically by October 15, 2023. Only complete, electronic submissions are accepted.

Review of materials will begin immediately after the due date and will continue until the position is filled or the search is terminated. Short-listed candidates invited to meet with members of the Faculty should expect to interview either virtually or in-person in Montreal as of November 2023.

The cover letter in the application may be addressed to:

Brian Rubineau, OB Area Coordinator

Desautels Faculty of Management

McGill University

1001 Sherbrooke Street West

Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3A 1G5

Any questions about the position or receipt of materials should be addressed to obrecruiting.mgmt@mcgill.ca.

Required Documents:

The following supporting documents are required:

• cover letter expressing your interest;
• curriculum vitae;
• brief research statement;
• brief statement of teaching philosophy plus documentation of teaching effectiveness;
• The names of three individuals who will write your recommendation letters (We are not requesting reference letters at this point; reference check is a secondary step which may follow); and
• Copies of representative research article(s), including the full and not-yet-published paper you would present if invited for a campus visit.

These materials must be submitted through Workday, (all in the same section as you submit your CV).

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full time, tenure-track faculty position to serve as the Managing Director of the new BRIDGE Centre at the Edwards School of Business. The faculty appointment will be tenure-track at the rank of assistant professor within the Department of Management and Marketing. The appointment as Managing Director would be for a 5-year term with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2024. 

Description and Qualifications

BRIDGE: Business Research Integration and Development Group at Edwards is a newly formed provisional centre at the Edwards School of Business. The mission for the BRIDGE knowledge centre is to strengthen connections between researchers, industries, businesses, and community partners. We will do this by conducting research that BRIDGEs the gap between theory and practice; fostering impactful research and knowledge co-creation that focuses on the role that research can play in advancing practice; developing relevant research and providing knowledge exchange through industry and community forums aligned with our school’s core research areas; providing research support; and engaging in meaningful collaboration with communities. Ongoing activities are proposed including a Research Network Hub, knowledge translation through various events and forums to engage industry and community and graduate student and post-doctoral mentorship.  Our vision is to be the first knowledge centre in Saskatchewan that is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in responsible, relevant business research that connects researchers, businesses, and communities.  

The Managing Director will be responsible for managing the operations of the centre and will be guided by the Managing Committee. Initially, the focus will be on establishing the foundation for the centre and working closely with the Associate Dean Research to be the driving force in moving the status of the BRIDGE centre from provisional to full. The Managing Director’s duties will include overseeing the research centre’s budget; supervising staff members; managing the research plan effectively and efficiently, ensuring that accepted standards of research ethics are met; managing the space needs of the centre; establishing working groups or committees to provide appropriate guidance and advice in support of their responsibilities; preparing an Annual Report for the Dean. The Managing Director will have a reduced teaching load approved by the Dean to recognize the significant administrative duties required of managing a centre. 

The successful candidate will have research centre experience, preferably directly with aspects of centre management and/or coordination. Knowledge of research administration and research infrastructure at a university is important for this role. The successful candidate will also have experience working closely with industry to build research connections as well as to disseminate research results. Experience with community engagement and partnerships will be an asset. 

We are seeking candidates who have a teaching and research background in any management discipline. Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in management research methods. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses in management and related fields, for example research methods and market research, technology and innovation; supervise both graduate and undergraduate student research; initiate, lead and participate in research activities; apply for external funding to support their research program; publish and disseminate research results; and undertake relevant administrative activities, including meetings and committee work. 

Consistent with AACSB accreditation requirements, the Edwards School of Business seeks individuals whose academic training and scholarly activities clearly align with the AACSB standards. Candidates must satisfy the category of Scholarly Academic qualifications. Scholarly Academics sustain their currency and relevance through academic scholarship and related activities. Candidates require a doctoral degree in an academic area clearly linked to the field in which they are expected to teach. The ideal candidate will have an interest and ability to engage in scholarly activities as evidenced by a strong or emerging research program in marketing; demonstrated effective classroom teaching skills and mentorship; and effective interpersonal and communication skills. 

The Edwards School of Business has an undergraduate business program with approximately 2,500 engaged and talented students.  We also have thriving MBA, M.Sc. Marketing, M.Sc. Finance, Masters of Professional Accounting programs. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.edwards.usask.ca. 

In addition to a vibrant research culture, we are committed to excellent teaching. Our students go on to work in industry or start businesses and remain connected to the school via an active alumni network.  As faculty, we take great pride in their accomplishments, and we are looking for someone with a special ability for engaging students toward reaching their potential. Candidates will have recognized expertise and be passionate about a career in teaching at the university level. 

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000. 

The salary band for Assistant Professors in the 2023-2024 academic year is $99,945 to $120,099. A higher starting salary is possible in exceptional circumstances pursuant to Article 18.2.6.12 of the USFA Collective Agreement.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates are asked to submit the following information to the search committee chair listed below:

• A cover letter and detailed curriculum vitae; 
• Statements of teaching and research interests;
• Summary of research centre experience;
• A current working paper (of academic research);
• A teaching dossier or evidence of teaching effectiveness that will include sample course syllabi/outlines, teaching evaluations and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests;
• Three current letters of reference forwarded by the referees directly to the search committee chair at the address or email listed below.

Contact 

Dr. Maureen Bourassa, Department Head, Management and Marketing and Search Committee Chair
25 Campus Drive
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A7
Email:  marketing.search@edwards.usask.ca 

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin September 2023; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2024.  

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.

The Biology Department in UFV’s Faculty of Science invites applications for the Department Coordinator, Biology (“Coordinator”) opening.

The Coordinator provides confidential administrative support, dealing with administrative problems and inquiries as appropriate. The Coordinator serves as a primary point of direct administrative contact and liaison with other offices, individuals, and external institutions and agencies on a range of specified issues.

The Coordinator ensures continuity and consistency in the department / school by providing ongoing support and information across the academic area. The Incumbent monitors and communicates department timelines and is responsible for handling records management for their area.

The Coordinator:
• Coordinates administrative operations of the academic area including dealing with complex problems, inquiries, and issues in support of Director/Department Heads, and Faculty leadership team.
• Prepares departmental documents including timetables, workload sheets, course outlines for Undergraduate Education Committee (UEC) and the Curriculum Committee, and calendar materials; responsible for maintaining current records of these documents in coordination with Director/Department Heads.
• Tracks and administers timetable development including entering information in the Data Collection Utility (DCU) and develops and maintains files and reports for workload reconciliation.
• Coordinates textbook orders including liaising with Director/Department Heads and faculty members to ensure resources required are ordered and received.
• Organizes and maintains documentation required for the approval of all new program and course changes; ensures course outlines are current; tracks where curriculum and other related submissions are in the approval process.
• Liaises with Office of the Registrar of matters relating to transfer credit, student records, system reports, registration, and departmental priorities.
• Assists in coordinating employment / volunteer / outreach opportunities for students, such as work study, volunteer and/or clinical and practicum placements, subject pools, tutoring jobs as required.
• Monitors course registration and wait lists, assists with pre-screening and the coordination of transfer credit requests.
• Acts as primary point of contact and liaison with other offices, individuals, and external institutions and agencies on a range of specified issues.
• Monitors and communicates critical department timelines, including coordinating academic areas to ensure that required deliverables are consistently met, follows up with faculty, director/department heads as required to meet timelines.
• Tracks and monitors budgets and expenses including extracting data and reports and provides information to departmental / school leadership.
• Prepares payment for materials, such as lab equipment and supplies.
• Prepares, revises, and tracks contracts for sessional, LTA and faculty contracts.
• Assists students by assessing queries, requests, or concerns, providing initial assistance, and determining who student should contact for further support (i.e., Faculty, Head, Advising, Counseling, etc.).
• Assists with collating information for student awards and liaises with Financial Aid Office.
• Develops, organizes, and maintains departmental information files, records, and reports, in accordance with UFV guidelines and the FIPPA Act.
• Analyzes and recommends improved departmental procedures and activities.
• Organizes and coordinates department and committee meetings; includes room bookings and all aspects of logistics, prepares agendas, gathers meeting materials and / or resources, takes meeting notes and follows up on action items.
• Oversees event planning from concept to completion; plans and facilitates logistics for events, including rental contracts, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, security, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, decor, and marketing materials.
• Assists with student recruitment strategies and activities.
• Creates and distributes marketing materials, in cooperation with Marketing.
• Provides information on department programs to other UFV departments, students, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Completes content updates on the Department / School website (e.g., Faculty biographies, announcements, important dates, course information); organizes Department / School social media accounts.
• Assists with access requests for staff and faculty including room access, keys and FOB’s, network access; arranges for equipment and resources for staff and instructors.
• Oversees temporary or casual staff, and student employees, including work-study students.
• Communicates in a respectful and professional manner with all members of the team, department, University community and external partners.
• Collaborates effectively as a team member, including sharing information, cross training, and interpersonal cooperation.
• 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.
• Participates in committees and project teams as required.
• Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.

Qualifications:
• Diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Three years of experience, preferably in a related position.
• Training or experience in tracking financial records / bookkeeping and office procedures.
• Knowledge with Banner and Active Content (web) Management System preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint, Front Page, and Adobe).
• Experience in Web and Social Media Platforms.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision, exercising good judgement and initiative.
• Well-developed customer service skills; ability to deal sensitively, effectively, and professionally with students, staff, faculty and other professional groups as well as the public.
• Conflict management and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time-management, organization, planning, coordination, prioritization, and follow-up skills.
• Experience with planning special events.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully recognize, analyze and resolve problems.
• Knowledge of UFV and BC Post-Secondary system an asset.

Please head here to apply: http://clients.njoyn.com/CL3/xweb/xweb.asp?clid=56144&page=jobdetails&jobid=J0823-1657&BRID=EX236827&SBDID=1&LANG=1

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:lō Tém:éxw (Stó:lō Land; Stó:lō World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lō 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.

The School of Environment, Enterprise and Development (SEED), in the Faculty of Environment, University of Waterloo, invites applications for a tenure-track position with expertise in the fields of sustainable finance and corporate ESG policies and practice. This position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will have a PhD in finance, economics, management or in a related field and may not have all their degrees from the same traditional discipline. Salary, in the range of $100,000 to $125,000, will be commensurate with experience. The closing date for applications is October 1, 2023. The preferred start date is July 1, 2024.

Preferred candidates will have research expertise and demonstrated teaching excellence in one or more of the following areas: sustainable or climate finance; responsible or impact investing; corporate ESG policies and practices; or public policy expertise in ESG or sustainable finance. We are particularly interested in applicants whose teaching and research focuses on the social dimensions of sustainable finance or ESG. The position will primarily support teaching and research activities in SEED’s Sustainability and Financial Management, Environment and Business, and Sustainability Management programs.

Founded in 2009, SEED, located in the Faculty of Environment, has quickly established itself as a recognized leader in integrated approaches for sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental, social and development challenges. SEED offers comprehensive and highly inter-disciplinary professional programs, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, in sustainable business and development, with degrees in environment and business, sustainability management, international development, and local economic development. SEED offers two undergraduate programs (Environment & Business, International Development), one joint undergraduate program (Sustainability and Financial Management with the School of Accounting and Finance) and four graduate programs (Environment & Business, Sustainability Management, Economic Development and Innovation, and Development Practice). SEED has a current enrolment of approximately 1,000 undergraduate and graduate students and is experiencing further growth. The School is adding faculty members, developing new programs and growing research capacities. SEED is located in a 57,000 sq. ft. LEED© Platinum building with classrooms, student space and offices. For details about the school and its programs please visit: http://seed.uwaterloo.ca.

UWaterloo’s Faculty of Environment, Canada’s oldest and largest such faculty, has more than 16,000 alumni in more than 80 countries and ranks in the top five in the world for climate change research.

The University of Waterloo has 42,000 students and 220,000 alumni in 151 countries. It is home to 74 Canada Research Chairs and is well-known for its 100% creator-owned IP policy. Operating world-renowned cooperative education programs, UWaterloo partners with more than 7,000 employers worldwide. Faculty have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with a diverse community of scholars and students.

The University of Waterloo covers 1,000 acres in the heart of the City of Waterloo. The Region of Waterloo, with a population 600,000, is an hour west of Toronto, with its global-hub airport.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following by email in a single attached pdf document.

1) a cover letter (which should indicate if the applicant is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident);

2) a research statement that includes accomplishments and goals, highlighting important publications for committee review;

3) a statement of teaching philosophy and interests;

4) a diversity impact statement that addresses how the candidate’s research/teaching program will advance equity, diversity and inclusion goals;

5) a current curriculum vitae; and

6) names and contact information for at least three references, who will not be contacted without prior notification to the candidate.

The document should be submitted to:

Director, School of Environment, Enterprise and Development (SEED)
Email: jennifer.nicholson@uwaterloo.ca
Please use the SUBJECT LINE “Tenure-track in Sustainable Finance and/or Organizational ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance)”

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is centralized within our Indigenous Initiatives Office (https://uwaterloo.ca/human-rights-equity-inclusion/indigenousinitiatives).

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as Indigenous peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit/Inuk), Black, racialized, people with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+).

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Neil Craik, SEED Director (interim) (ncraik@uwaterloo.ca).

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, or eligibility, please contact Neil Craik, SEED Director (interim) (ncraik@uwaterloo.ca).

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador invites applications from exceptional leaders for the position of Dean, Faculty of Business Administration. Located in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Memorial University is an inclusive intellectual community dedicated to innovation and excellence in teaching and learning, research, scholarship, creative activity, service, and public engagement. We acknowledge that the lands on which Memorial University’s campuses are situated are in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu, and Inuit of this province.

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Business Administration at Memorial University is a leading Canadian business school that celebrates impactful research, teaching excellence and the student experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. As the only business school in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, our opportunity to have both local, provincial, national, and global impact is unparalleled. Our tradition of innovation and leadership inspires and guides everything that we do. We were the first business school in Canada to launch a co-operative undergraduate business degree, which then became the first co-operative business degree in Canada to receive national accreditation. In 2002, we became the first business school in Atlantic Canada to achieve international accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a mark of excellence among business schools worldwide. In 2018, we created Canada’s first MBA in social enterprise and entrepreneurship (MBA-SEE), putting us on the leading edge of an important emerging sector of the provincial and national economy. We’re recognized as a leader in Canadian business education and in research, with two research chairs, including a Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Social Enterprise, as well as one teaching chair in financial management education. Our faculty publish in top tier and high-quality niche-specific journals and conduct societally impactful research that helps fulfill Memorial’s special obligation to build a better future for our province, our country, and the world. We have over 2700 full- and part-time students enrolled in bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate programs.

At Gardiner Centre, our award-winning professional development hub, thousands of professionals from over 400 organizations pursue executive education each year, and through our Centre for Social Enterprise and Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship, we’re helping to prepare business and organizational leaders across all segments of society.

The Opportunity

The Dean will report to the provost and vice-president (academic) and is the chief academic and administrative officer of the Faculty of Business Administration. The Dean will be a thoughtful and compassionate leader who has the capacity to lead the advancement of scholarly research and teaching excellence and is committed to an exceptional student experience. The Dean will be the primary champion and advocate for the Faculty of Business Administration in terms of fundraising and connections to the community, and the point person to support faculty, staff, and students. As a committed and strategic leader, the Dean will provide courageous and collaborative leadership in all areas of the Faculty’s activities in teaching and learning, research, and engagement, in view of Memorial’s strategic plans and frameworks, notably Transforming Our Horizons, the Strategic Framework for Indigenization, and the Strategic Plan for EDI-AR, which is currently in development.
The Dean will lead an administrative team that includes an Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs and Accreditation, an Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Research, a Director of the Gardiner Centre, and a dedicated group of managers and staff. The Dean will be a member of the Academic Leadership Council at Memorial University and a member of the Association of Business Deans within Canada.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Dean will collaborate, engage, and lead the Faculty of Business Administration by promoting a positive work culture whereby excellence in research, teaching, service, and engagement is championed.
• The Dean will be a research leader for the Faculty of Business Administration by fostering an environment that celebrates meaningful scholarship, identifies and supports research funding opportunities, and champions a diversity of thought and perspectives.
• As a transparent and trustworthy leader, the Dean will also champion the student experience by providing oversight and direction for all undergraduate and graduate programming in the Faculty of Business Administration via leadership and collaboration with faculty, staff, and students.
• The Dean will provide thoughtful leadership in supporting the innovation, collaboration, and interdisciplinarity in the championing or revising existing programming and the creation of new programming, while fostering a culture of teaching excellence.
• The Dean will be an advocate for the students, staff, and faculty of the Faculty of Business Administration, working to build new and deepen existing relationships with community and business leaders, Indigenous peoples, and other internal and external stakeholders that are pivotal to creating a successful learning culture.
• The Dean will be capable of articulating a clear vision to recruit and maintain a diverse group of students, staff, and faculty, while simultaneously communicating that vision to the broader community to attract resources and secure funding that will enable student, staff, and faculty retention and success.
• Via consultative leadership, the Dean will oversee the financial budget requirements of the Faculty of Business Administration while actively engaging in fundraising and partnership opportunities that support research and teaching excellence.
• As a forward-thinking leader, the Dean will work to deepen the Faculty of Business Administration relationships internally within the university and externally with community stakeholders that are key to facilitating partnerships for the success of the Faculty of Business Administration and the province.

Leadership Qualities

The Dean should lead with a commitment to inclusivity, collegiality, and to fair, respectful, and transparent processes. The Dean will be a champion of EDI-AR and committed to an inclusive learning and work environment. The Dean will provide collaborative leadership, strong support and transparent direction for the Faculty of Business Administration to facilitate a positive work culture. The Dean will be innovative in their management approach, effectively utilizing resources that best support the goals of the Faculty of Business Administration while managing resources wisely. The Dean will be an excellent relationship builder, creating new partnerships within the Faculty of Business Administration, Memorial University, and the community partners to support the teaching, research, and service excellence goals of the Faculty.

Ideal Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or professional graduate degree, or comparable terminal degree in business administration. They will have a successful record of teaching, research, and service commensurate with the rank of a tenured associate or full professor. They will have an excellent reputation amongst business communities and capable of serving as a liaison between the Faculty of Business Administration and the community. They should have significant academic leadership experience, such as previous experience as a department chair, program director, associate dean, dean, or other academic or administrative leadership role, or similar proven transferrable skills. Candidates should have a proven capacity to advocate, build trust, collaborate, engage, and lead. They should be familiar with current research standards and trends in the field of business administration. Candidates should have experience with managing co-operative education programs and executive education centers. They will have demonstrated success in supporting academic productivity, strategic planning, budget management, and entrepreneurial resource allocation.

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Faculty/Unit: The School of Continuing Studies, Technology & Innovation Domain

Summary:

McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies, situated in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, invites applications for the position of full-time, campus based, Assistant Professor, to provide academic leadership and play a key role in the growth and development of academic programs in the Technology and Innovation Academic Domain.

The School of Continuing Studies (SCS) is one of 12 faculties at McGill University, a public institution of advanced learning ranked in the top 50 universities world-wide. The School serves a diverse and ever-changing adult learner population of nearly 8,000 annually, from pre-collegiate to post-retirement age, with an annual budget of approx. CAD$ 21 million. It offers a combined total of 60+ credit and non-credit programs and courses at undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels, of varying duration, delivered through a variety of formats, including online and face-to-face courses, and workshops. Academic content covers the breadth of digital transformation, applied social sciences, management, and communication studies. Particular emphasis is placed on serving the learning needs of First Nations as well as global communities and non-traditional adult learners.

SCS’s core pedagogic approach centers on highest quality, inter-active experiential and peer learning combined with close collaboration practitioners, employers, and professional organizations. As a bridge between the University, the local community in and around Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and the world, SCS operates in a predominantly bilingual (French and English) but multicultural environment.

One of five academic domains in the School, Technology and Innovation offers academic programs of different formats and durations on diverse computational topics including computational intelligence, data science, and information security.

This Assistant Professor role initially includes responsibility, as part of academic duties, for academic program coordination of the following programs: Computers and Information Technology and Full-Stack JavaScript Web Development.

Position Description:

We seek applications from candidates who have education, training, teaching, and professional experience in computer science with a specialization in one or more of the following areas: software development and digital user experience, especially for the web and mobile devices.

This is a full-time, ranked academic, non-tenure stream (Contract Academic Staff) position with an initial appointment of three (3) years, based at McGill’s downtown campus in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Academic Domain Director of Technology and Innovation. Hiring is dependent upon budgetary and university approvals. Ideally the individual would be able to start this position by 1 January, 2024.

Position Duties:

This position involves teaching and related administrative and supervisory responsibilities. Duties performed include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Teach credit and/or non-credit courses in areas related to technology and innovation. A typical Assistant Professor course load in the School of Continuing Studies is the equivalent of 18 credits per year (in a combination of undergraduate, graduate or non-credit professional courses). The actual course load will depend on the scope of academic administrative responsibilities, externally funded research grant activity, and/or special projects as determined in consultation with the Academic Domain Director and the Dean’s Office.
• Contribute to the development of courses and other offerings aligned with SCS, and University strategic goals;
• Assume primary responsibility for maintaining the academic rigour of these courses, including ensuring that pedagogical methods are up to date;
• Recruit and provide leadership to part-time instructors in best practices in teaching and learning, including holding regular teaching-team meetings, reviewing course evaluations of part-time Course Lecturers and providing feedback and guidance to individual instructors and students;
• Work productively with other academic and administrative colleagues to create curricula and other programming;
• Serve on Faculty and University committees and workgroups as needed and available;
• Develop and maintain fruitful working relationships with other Faculties and Schools and with key University service units;
• Participate in Faculty and University orientation and promotional events;
• Contribute to an inclusive, intellectually stimulating, and healthy work environment.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Doctoral degree in a related field.
• Experience in development and teaching of courses and programs, preferably at the post-secondary educational level.
• Extensive and current demonstrated professional experience in a field related to one or both of the programs.

OTHER QUALIFYING SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of French and English. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing (on the job language training is available).
• Online or blended/hybrid teaching experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to foster learning by establishing an inclusive classroom dynamic, involving learners in various activities, and managing student participation and group interactions effectively.
• Experience and/or expertise in working with underserved, underrepresented, and/or Indigenous learners.
• Experience with adult and part-time learners
• Demonstrated ability to use appropriate technologies to support student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and navigate complex environments to achieve results.
• Demonstrated commitment to staying abreast of research and advances in the relevant area(s) of specialization.
• Excellent interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead as well as participate in teams.
• Extensive experience in collaboration with the industry in related domains.
• Experience in working with underserved, underrepresented, and/or Indigenous learners.
• Commitment to the values of university continuing education.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS CONSIDERED AS ASSETS:

• Experience in entrepreneurial approaches to education, including externally funded research or projects.
• Experience in higher education academic administration.
• Eagerness to be an active part of a data-driven team.
• Enthusiasm for experimenting with new technologies.
• Fluency in languages other than French and English.
• Scientific publications in the field of expertise.
• Externally funded research projects relevant to the field.

In your cover letter, please feel free to elaborate upon any other assets you consider valuable for the position that set you apart. We also encourage you to discuss any career-affecting events in your life.

Job Type: Contract Academic Staff

Rank: Assistant Professor

Length of Appointment: Three (3) years

Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications should be addressed to the Search Committee and submitted in Workday. Applications received by September 1, 2023, will receive priority consideration. Position remains open until filled. Applications should include the following materials in a single PDF:

• Cover letter summarizing relevant educational background and work experience
• Curriculum vitae tailored to this position
• Name, affiliation, and contact information of three references (who will not be contacted without prior consent)
• Statement of Teaching Approach
• Research Statement (optional but recommended)
• Diversity Statement
• Teaching or training evaluations for at least one recent year

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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