Ats Contract Lecturer

**Department** Augustana - Academic Planning

**Posted date**

**Closing date** June 24, 2025

**Position Type** Operating Funded

**Description**:
**_This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA)._**

This position has an initial appointment of 4 months. The salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement.

**Location -** Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, 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 First Peoples 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 Faculty**

The Augustana Faculty of the University of Alberta is located on Treaty Six territory in the City of Camrose, 90 kilometres southeast of Edmonton. Embedded in rural Alberta, the campus is home to approximately 900 students and offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs offered by the U of A's Augustana Faculty and the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, respectively.

Augustana Campus provides a distinctive learning experience characterized by close connections between students, staff and faculty and numerous opportunities for student participation in athletics, clubs and campus organizations. Students benefit from the advantages of a small campus while earning a degree from one of Canada's leading universities.

**Position**

The Integrative Biology program at the Augustana Faculty has an ATS term instructor teaching vacancy for the Winter 2026 semester to teach AUBIO 380, Biochemistry: Proteins, Enzymes and Energy. The Winter 11-week term runs from January 26 to April 17, 2026 with the class meeting Mondays and Fridays from 10:10-11:40 am.

**Duties**
- Deliver in-person lectures for AUBIO 380, ensuring course material is presented according to the required curriculum.
- Be available for student questions outside of the class.

**Qualifications**
- A Master's degree in biochemistry or a related area.
- Demonstrated teaching excellence/potential at the post-secondary level.
- Individuals with a PhD with teaching experience are preferred.

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

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

**Note**: This opportunity will be available until midnight June 24, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.