Jobs:Job-01074
Apply before: 19 December 2022
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Position: Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) Faculty Position
Apply before: 19 December 2022
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The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and graduate supervision. Excellence in research can be demonstrated through publications in top venues as well as demonstration of broader impact of research outcomes as shown through, for example, research citations, research awards, and successful development of a funded research program. Excellence in teaching can be demonstrated through successful teaching experiences with quantitative courses, demonstrated commitment to teaching, and the creation of inclusive classrooms. Excellence in graduate supervision can be demonstrated through an existing track record of successful graduate student mentorship, other mentorship activities, and demonstration of supervisory potential.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Formed in 2019, the School of Environmental Science is a growing department within the Faculty of Environment at Simon Fraser University, committed to training the next generation of interdisciplinary scientists prepared to tackle global environmental problems. Simon Fraser University is recognized globally for academic and research excellence. It is ranked as Canada’s top comprehensive university and its vision is to be Canada’s most engaged university. SFU has three vibrant campuses located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, on whose traditional territories its campuses stand, in British Columbia’s largest municipalities - Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver - and deep roots in partner communities throughout the province and around the world. By recognizing these unceded territories, SFU aspires to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your application as a single PDF file document which contains the following:
A concise cover letter that addresses: 1) candidate’s legal status to work in Canada, 2) reasons for applying to the position, and 3) a narrative description highlighting evidence that the candidate meets the job qualifications and can effectively perform the listed job duties. A complete up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidate's education and employment history, publications and conference presentations, funding and awards, student supervision, collaborations/partnerships, teaching experience, and service activities. A research statement (maximum two pages) that describes the candidate's research experience, goals, and a five-year plan for their research program. A teaching statement (maximum one page) that describes the candidate's teaching philosophy, experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. A statement (maximum one page) describing past and potential contributions to enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within research, service, and teaching. Two samples of relevant peer-reviewed publications. The names, titles, and email addresses of 3 or 4 referees. Referees will be contacted by SFU for candidates advancing to the later stages of the selection process. Reference letters will only be requested from short-listed candidates. Applications must be received no later than Monday, December 19th, 2022 and sent to ses_grad@sfu.ca, addressed to:
Dr. Karen Kohfeld, Director School of Environmental Science, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, B.C., CANADA V5A 1S6 TEL: 778-782-5613
For more information about the School of Environmental Science, visit our website: http://www.sfu.ca/evsc.html
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see the Collection Notice.
