Full Time Continuing Faculty Member - Lab Instructor
Arts and Science - Physical Science

The department of Physical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at MacEwan University invites applications for a full-time Earth and Planetary Sciences Lab Instructor position, commencing July 1, 2012. This position will contribute to the growth and success of MacEwan's four year Physical Sciences baccalaureate degree.

The successful candidate will teach primarily introductory earth science laboratories. The laboratory instructor will, in addition to their instructional duties, support the work of the department through activities such as, but not limited to, laboratory exercise design and curriculum development.

Applicants must have a minimum of a B.Sc. in Earth Sciences or a more advanced degree in Earth Sciences, or in a Physical Science with a strong background in the earth sciences.

The candidates must demonstrate excellence, or clear promise of excellence, in laboratory instruction. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applicants should submit an application containing a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, recent teaching evaluations, and post-secondary transcripts. Candidates should also arrange for two letters of reference to be send under separate cover. All correspondence should be directed to MacEwan Human Resources either by e-mail at careers@macewan.ca or by regular mail to: Human Resources Department, MacEwan University, City Centre Campus, 10700-104 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2 (please quote the competition number in your application).

For further information, please contact the department chair, Dr. Robert Hilts, by e-mail at hiltsr@macewan.ca

This position is included under the MacEwan Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

Employment Category: Full Time Continuing

Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience

Closing Date: February 11, 2012

Quote Competition No: 11.11.318

In compliance with Canadian immigration law, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

MacEwan University thanks all applicants for their interest in employment, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Apply to:

Human Resources Department
MacEwan University
University Services Centre
10-600, 10700 104 Ave NW
Edmonton AB T5J 4S2
Phone: (780) 497-5434
Fax: (780) 497-5430
E-mail: careers@macewan.ca

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