[ES_JOBS_NET] Lecturer in Environmental Science, Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, CANADA

[Karen Kohfeld]

Dear all,

I would like to call your attention to a continuing teaching faculty
position at the rank of *Lecturer in Environmental Science *at Simon Fraser
University, Canada.  Preference will be given to applications received
by *January
31 2025.*

Thank you,
Karen
  LECTURER IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

*School of Environmental Science, Faculty of Environment*



The School of Environmental Science (EVSC) invites applications for a
full-time continuing teaching faculty position at the rank of
*Lecturer *in *Environmental
Science. *The tentative start date for this position is *July 1, 2025.*



Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm
(Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh),
q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo
and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three
campuses reside.


About the School of Environmental Science



Formed in 2019, the School of Environmental Science is a growing School
within the Faculty of Environment at Simon Fraser University, committed to
training the next generation of interdisciplinary scientists prepared to
tackle global environmental problems. Our School has expertise in the
fields of geomorphology, watershed ecology, post-wildfire environments,
sedimentology, environmental data analysis and statistics, river dynamics,
and paleoclimatology. For more information about the School of
Environmental Science, visit our website: http://www.sfu.ca/evsc.html
The Opportunity



We seek a dedicated and innovative educator who will be responsible for
teaching courses in environmental science, training and mentoring
environmental science students, and contributing to pedagogical leadership
of our School. The successful candidate will possess a PhD in any field
related to environmental science and will demonstrate a deep and broad
knowledge of environmental science topics necessary to effectively teach
lower- and upper-division undergraduate courses. They will have a proven track
record of teaching, as well as developing science curriculum for majors and
non-majors. The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise using
evidence-based pedagogy that fosters an inclusive learning environment.
Experience with or strong potential for instructional and curriculum
innovation at the undergraduate level will be considered an asset. The
successful candidate will have outstanding interpersonal and communication
skills including, but not limited to, valuing and respecting diverse
perspectives
and a collaborative disposition.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between
the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the
salary range for this role is CAD $98,340 and CAD $114,241.


Key Responsibilities

Develop and teach undergraduate courses in Environmental Science (including
core, large enrollment lower division courses, writing intensive courses,
and smaller upper division seminars and capstone courses;
https://www.sfu.ca/students/calendar/2025/spring/courses/evsc.html) and
mentor undergraduates in environmental science. The typical workload
of a Lecturer
at SFU is 8 courses per year, taught across 3 semesters.

Supervise and work collaboratively with teaching assistants.



Contribute to curriculum and program development, serve on School and
Faculty committees, and engage in outreach activities that promote the
program.

In carrying out these duties, the successful candidate will advance the
School of Environmental Science’s goals to foster equity, diversity, and
inclusion by working to eliminate the barriers that impede the ability of
students from historically underrepresented and marginalized populations to
achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will foster a
positive and inclusive working environment through respectful interactions
with all faculty, staff, and students.



The complete responsibilities, terms, and conditions of employment of
teaching faculty are listed in the SFUFA Collective Agreement
<https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html>*.*
How To Apply

Candidates should address their applications to the Director of the School
of Environmental Science. Informal enquiries about this position can be
directed to sesdir at sfu.ca. <sesdir at sfu.ca> All qualified candidates
are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given
priority.



Applications should include:



·         A concise cover letter (maximum two pages) that addresses the
following items:

o   Reasons for applying to the position, and;

o   A narrative description highlighting evidence that the candidate meets
the job qualifications and can effectively perform the listed job duties.

o   SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions
(e.g.,

parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact teaching,
professional and research
achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful

consideration. Candidates may add, if relevant, up to half a page to their
cover letter to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have
impacted them. SFU also recognizes the value of pedagogy, mentoring,
outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research
and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience and willingness in
increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in
curriculum, is also an asset.

·         A complete up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidate’s
education and employment history, teaching experience, student supervision,
research experience,

publications and conference presentations, funding and awards, service
activities and professional experience/links to industry;

·         A teaching dossier that describes the candidate’s teaching
philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness
(maximum four pages);

·         A statement describing past or potential contributions to
enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within teaching, research,
and/or service. Candidates should discuss their

experience with and/or an understanding of inclusive teaching and
mentoring, and
how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students (maximum
one page)

·         The names, titles, and email addresses of 3 referees qualified to
assess the candidate. Referees will be contacted by SFU for candidates
advancing to the later stages of the selection process*.*

Please submit your application as *a single PDF formatted document *by
webform at:
https://www.sfu.ca/evsc/about/employment/hiring-now--lecturer--in-environmental-science.html
.



Applications will be considered until the position is filled, with
preference being given to applications received by *January 31, 2025.*



Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under
the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU
Collective Agreement.
For further details see the full Collection Notice
<https://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/academic-careers.html>.

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.


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Dr. Karen E. Kohfeld, Professor
School of Resource and Environmental Management / School of Environmental
Science
Simon Fraser University
8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC, V5A 1S6 , CANADA
Tel: (778) 782-7651
Email: kohfeld at sfu.ca
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