Sessional Instructor – NEUR 321 – Neuroscience Program, Faculty of Science, Fall 2022

Calgary, Canada    ·    Full time

Job ID: 26615
Updated: August 11, 2022
Location: Main Campus

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Position Description

The Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Sessional Instructor.  The appointee will teach Neuroscience 321 (How the brain works) in the Fall 2022 term. 

Neuroscience 321 (NEUR321) provides an introduction to the fundamentals of neuron and brain function for students outside of the Neuroscience program. Students completing this course will be able to describe the molecular, cellular, physiological and systems, underpinnings of nervous systems and their functions. Students will be able to discuss the functioning of brain systems underlying sensation, cognition, behaviour, and disease.  

• The successful candidate will have a PhD in a neuroscience-related discipline and a broad background in fundamental and applied neuroscience.
• The candidate must be flexible, reliable, and student-oriented with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with undergraduate teaching in relevant areas of neuroscience and the University of Calgary online teaching environment and systems will be considered advantageous.

Interested persons should submit an application online. Please include a CV, teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching effectiveness as well as the names and contact information for three references. References will be contacted should the candidate be selected for further consideration. 

Note: Applicants who have taught as a sessional instructor in the BSc Neuroscience Program within the last two years are only required to submit a cover letter and a current CV.

Applications can be addressed to:

Dr. Nancy Chibry, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs and Student Affairs (scidean@ucalgary.ca), with a cc to Dr. Willem C. Wildering – Director BSc Neuroscience Program (bscndir@ucalgary.ca), both at the Faculty of Science, University of Calgary, 2500 University Drive, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply Now‘ link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments.

Deadline for submission of an application package is August 24, 2022.

Additional Information

Please visit https://science.ucalgary.ca for further information about the Faculty of Science.

Remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association’s website at www.tucfa.com for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration. 

As per the Collective Agreement, the Faculty of Science will adhere to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments. 

Thank you for submitting your online application. Only those candidates chosen to proceed in the selection process will be contacted.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

Additional Information

To view a listing of all available academic opportunities and to find out more about what the University of Calgary has to offer, please visit our Academic Careers website.

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.  

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