Chair, Department of Science

6 days ago

Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time

**Department** Augustana - Sciences

**Hours per week** **Posted date** November 6, 2024

**Closing date** November 20, 2024

**Position Type**

**Description**:
**Location** - This role is in person. Work takes place at **Augustana Camrose**.

**Working at the University of Alberta**
- The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

**Working for the Augustana Campus - Science**

As the rural campus of the University of Alberta, Augustana enrolls approximately 1000 undergraduate students in baccalaureate degree programs on a residential campus in the City of Camrose, 90 kilometres southeast of Edmonton. Students benefit from the advantages of a small campus while earning a degree from one of Canada's leading universities. The Faculty is committed to building on its reputation for high-quality teaching in the tradition of the liberal arts and sciences, academic rigour, and extensive opportunities for students in the areas of undergraduate research, community service learning, and international study.

The Campus is located on Treaty Six territory which provided a travelling route and home to the Maskwacis Nêhiyawak, Niitsitapi, Nakoda, and Tsuut'ina Nations, the Métis, and other Indigenous peoples. Their spiritual and practical relationships to the land create a rich heritage and ongoing model for our learning and our life as a community. Camrose is a vibrant growing city with a large network of recreation, sports, cultural, and community events with strong connections between Augustana and the local community.

**Position**

The Department of Science offers BSc degrees in the following majors: Integrative Biology, Chemical and Physical Sciences, Computing Science and Mathematics, and Environmental Science. The Department also supports students in the BSc Physical Education program and BEd (Elementary) transfer program, as well as Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Management, and Bachelor of Music students across the Augustana Campus. With approximately 400 undergraduate majors, the Department of Science is supported by 15 full-time continuing faculty members, one faculty service officer (FSO), several academic teaching staff (ATS) members, and a variety of other staff members involved in teaching, research, laboratory support, and other learning opportunities.

**Duties**

Further information on the role of the Chair can be found here: Selection of Department Chairs Procedure Appendix A Roles and Responsibilities

**Qualifications**

For this position, we are searching for a scholar with a record of successful academic leadership, a passion for the liberal arts and sciences, and the ability to lead diverse groups of stakeholders and advocate for social and institutional change.

The ability to engage and mentor both colleagues and students, and to set a tone and be an example communicating the value and importance of diversity, are essential.

**Additional Information**

**Application Instructions**:
b) Curriculum vitae (CV), including links (as applicable) to scholarly publications and the names and contact information for three (3) referees; and

Applications will be reviewed beginning in November 22. Applications should be submitted online. Interviews may be held as early as the first week of December.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Note**: This opportunity will be available until midnight November 20, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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