Assistant Professor of Teaching

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The School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus, invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Teaching (tenure track position in the Educational Leadership stream. For more information on the Educational Leadership stream, visit ). Appointment at the Associate Professor of Teaching with tenure with may be considered for an applicant of exceptional qualifications.

The UBC Faculties of Medicine and Applied Science have partnered to create the UBC School of Biomedical Engineering. The School is a nucleus for education and training, research, and innovation in biomedical engineering, creating new knowledge, new academic and training programs, and fostering translation and innovation. Its vision is to transform health care outcomes through unconstrained exploration of the best possible integrative solutions across engineering, medicine, and biology. Through collaborative, innovative, and interdisciplinary approach and building on UBC academic and research excellence, the School of Biomedical Engineering aspires to be a global leader in biomedical engineering research, education and translation. For more information about the School of Biomedical Engineering, please visit

This position provides the rare opportunity to pursue a career focused on excellence in teaching, curriculum design and other aspects of educational leadership in the UBC School of Biomedical Engineering. This position is especially focused on curriculum development, including the creation of new undergraduate and graduate courses in a structured, course-based Master's program. We are also particularly looking for leadership in the development and implementation of short-duration, competency-based learning opportunities within micro-credentials and certificates.

Reporting to the Director of the UBC School of Biomedical Engineering, the successful candidate will engage in innovative curriculum design and pedagogy in a vibrant and growing collaborative teaching and learning community. The successful candidate will teach a range of Biomedical Engineering (BME) subject areas at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and commensurate with expertise. Example areas where these opportunities exist include biomanufacturing, bioprocessing, bioprinting and additive manufacturing, hydrogel biomaterials, advanced functional biomaterials. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with other programs and departments and be highly engaged in educational leadership activities including curriculum development, laboratory course development and implementation, pedagogical innovation, and other teaching and learning initiatives. The incumbent will also participate in relevant service activities within the University and provide service to the broader academic and professional community. They will work collaboratively in diverse groups to bring forward strategic initiatives for the School and the Faculties. The successful candidate will contribute to fostering an environment that promotes inclusivity and embodies values of respect, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and equity. Equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice are essential to academic excellence, as well as to fostering an inclusive community for voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged.

The successful applicant must have a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related area, experience teaching biomedical engineering or bioengineering at a post-secondary level, with evidence of being able to integrate engineering and biological fundamentals in course development and delivery. A Canadian professional engineering (P.Eng.) licence or eligibility to obtain a PEng is a requirement. If appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor of Teaching, The successful candidate will have demonstrated evidence of ability and commitment to teaching, and promise of educational leadership. If appointed at the rank of Associate Professor of Teaching, the successful candidate will have demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching, demonstrated educational leadership, involvement in curriculum development and innovation, and other teaching and learning initiative. In addition, the successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with empathy, understanding and, respect of diverse perspectives. Experience in collaborating and bringing forward projects with diverse groups, including colleagues, students, and/or stakeholders, is valued.

The expected salary for this position is $120,000 to $130,000 per annum for the rank of Assistant Professor of Teaching, tenure track, and $145,000 to $150,000 per annum for the rank of Associate Professor of Teaching, tenure. The Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Applied Science is committed to offering equitable salaries, taking into consideration the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate as well as their years in rank. At UBC, in addition to a competitive salary, a generous benefit package as well as a highly valued pension plan and supportive leaves, are included. For more information about the various Faculty Benefits Packages available at UBC, please visit: The successful candidate will also have access to a comprehensive range of services, resources and career development opportunities. For more information, please visit:

Candidates who bring diverse perspectives and lived experiences are encouraged to apply as we strive to enhance diversity, inclusiveness, socio-cultural representation, and perspective of the School. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement (up to 5 pages, including a statement describing area(s) of particular interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning), evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as course outlines, the syllabi of courses that they had taught, and student evaluations), and a statement describing your experience working with and supporting a diverse student body and your contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion on campus or within your discipline. Your application should include the names and contact information for three referees, who can speak to your teaching and administrative abilities. Please submit your application online at (JR18548).

Should you have any queries around this position, please contact Suni Hwang, Human Resources Manager, at

Review of Applications will begin on November 16, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is April 1, 2025, or upon a date to be mutually agreed.

We invite applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to employment equity and inclusive excellence, and we welcome applications from candidates belonging to historically, persistently, or systemically marginalized groups: Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, Inuit) Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and trans and non-binary people.

The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are appreciated, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. Within this hiring process we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable process for all candidates (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request for applicants. Please contact Suni Hwang via email at If you have any questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the recruitment and hiring process or for more information and support, please visit UBC's Centre for Workplace Accessibility website at or contact the Centre at

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