UNIVERSITY INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (SCIENCE) Faculty of Arts Business and Science (FABS) -

University College of the North

UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories and homelands of many Indigenous peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have continuously maintained homelands in northern Manitoba since time immemorial. The First Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into treaty relationships with the Crown (within our region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -- and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has also become home to other Indigenous peoples. We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation, and learning.

COMPETITION NUMBER
24-061

CLOSING DATE
May 27, 2024

SALARY RANGE
Commensurate with rank, qualifications, and experience as per the Collective Agreement

POSITION CLASSIFICATION
University Instructor or tenure-track Assistant Professor

POSITION LOCATION
The Pas or Thompson, Manitoba

POSITION TYPE
Full-Time, Position

APPLY TO
Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca
(PDF preferred format)
University College of the North, Attention:
Human Resources
P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7
Fax: (204) 623-4414

UNIVERSITY INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (SCIENCE)
Faculty of Arts Business and Science (FABS)

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering more than 40 academic degrees, diploma and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits and a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

DUTIES
Under the direction of the Dean of Faculty of Arts, Business, and Science (FABS), the Instructor will be expected to teach introductory and core courses in the biological sciences, including Anatomy and Physiology. Delivery will be face to face and by videoconference on our main campuses and some travel to regional centers. This position includes participation in Biology course development in their area of specialization and in the development of the major in Biology and other science related courses. The individual would be expected to develop and deliver laboratory exercises which support their respective theory courses. This position will focus primarily on providing students in Health-related programs and Science programs with practical knowledge in Biology, Anatomy, Physiology. This position includes a research component.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• A Master’s Degree in science or related discipline
• Specialization focus shall be in one or several of the following areas: zoology, biochemistry, other areas in the field of biology
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level
• Knowledge and appreciation of challenges facing Indigenous students and adult learners
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary environment
• Experience in developing and delivering student laboratories
• Experience teaching 1000 through 4000-level courses including Anatomy, Introductory Physiology, and core Biology courses
• Effective communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective time management skills
• Commitment to life-long learning

ASSETS
• PhD in Science or related discipline
• Experience in curriculum development
• Demonstrated excellence in research

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Ability to travel
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)
UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, or women and men in non-traditional roles. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.
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