Laurentian University
Department of Geography
Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Physical Geography
The Department of Geography invites applications for a tenure-track position in Physical Geography with expertise in various subfields of Physical Geography (climatology, hydrology, geomorphology and/or biogeography) and with a strong background in Geographic Techniques (geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, cartography and/or spatial statistics). The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2014. Increasing the Indigenous content of courses across the curriculum is one of Laurentian University's strategic objectives. Thus, the successful candidate is encouraged to incorporate material relevant to Aboriginal students into his or her courses.
Applicants must have a completed Ph.D. or be near to completion, with demonstrated teaching experience and research productivity. Candidates should submit a statement of current and prospective research, a teaching dossier, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference.
With its main campus located in Sudbury, Ontario, a city and region offering unique cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities, Laurentian University (LU) offers an outstanding university experience, in English and French with a comprehensive approach to Indigenous education.
Laurentian University is an equal opportunity employer. We acknowledge the distinct role, special place and unique contribution of Aboriginal Peoples in Canada as well as the importance of Aboriginal languages and cultures in particular programs at Laurentian University. Further, we recognize that Aboriginal faculty are underrepresented in the University as a whole. We are committed to appointing a larger number of Aboriginal faculty, particularly outside Aboriginal-specific programs.
Laurentian University is a bilingual institution which has a policy of passive bilingualism (English/French) as a condition of tenure. The Employer and the Union have agreed to waive the requirement for French/English bilingualism and recognize as bilingualism the knowledge and/or demonstrated study of an Aboriginal language and one (1) of the two (2) official languages of Laurentian University.
LU faculty members are part of LUFA (the Laurentian University Faculty Association). The Collective Agreement is available at www.lufapul.ca. Information about the University can be found at www.laurentian.ca.
Applications and inquiries can be directed to Brock Higgins at 613-680-0077 or via email at brock@leadersinternational.com. The Selection Committee will begin reviewing applications in November 2013. The competition will remain open until the position is filled
