Lassonde School of Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, York University
Established in 2012, the Lassonde School of Engineering, York University offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, computer science and earth and atmospheric science. This $250 million initiative includes hiring 100 new faculty and staff, expanding the student body by 1500, and fostering an inclusive and diverse culture committed to advancing gender parity. We have created a culture where tomorrow's professionals are becoming Renaissance Engineers™ - multidisciplinary problem solvers, critical thinkers, leaders and entrepreneurs who understand creativity, communications, social responsibility, and cultural diversity. We seek committed faculty who can contribute to our innovative approaches to incorporating research in the curriculum, experiential education, technology enhanced learning and other pedagogical innovations.
The newly-established Department of Civil Engineering at the Lassonde School of Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate programs that cultivate the learning, thinking and problem-solving abilities needed to adapt, to develop and to exercise responsible leadership through times of rapid change. The Department offers BEng, MASc and PhD degree programs. Its research reflects a markedly cross-disciplinary focus and offers students broad opportunities to match personal interests with career development. Further information about the Lassonde School of Engineering, with departmental link for Civil Engineering can be found at http://lassonde.yorku.ca/.
We are seeking an innovative and inspiring engineering educator for an alternate-stream (teaching-focused) tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Lecturer to serve as course director and laboratory instructor in the Department of Civil Engineering, Lassonde School of Engineering, York University. This appointment is to commence July 1, 2017.
The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching and program development, in particular the development, enhancement, coordination and delivery of laboratory practicum components of undergraduate courses (and possibly graduate courses) and student projects. S/he will also contribute to supporting students' learning through pedagogical innovation (e.g., flipped classroom), outcomes-based student assessment, interactions with industry, learning technologies, and collegial governance of the program.
The successful candidate must provide documented evidence of excellence or promise of excellence in teaching, particularly in the development and delivery of courses with significant laboratory practicum component, and a commitment to innovative pedagogy, with the potential for programmatic leadership. S/he must have a first degree (BASc, BEng or equivalent) and a PhD in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline. The successful candidate will be highly knowledgeable in core areas of Civil Engineering, including engineering mechanics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, hydraulics, soil mechanics, foundations, water and wastewater treatment, and highway materials. Experiences in teaching other related areas, such as transportation planning and engineering, sustainable infrastructure, asset and project management, and/or advanced and emerging civil engineering technologies will be an asset. In addition, candidates should possess excellent communications skills and be committed to working collegially. They should possess vision and commitment to inspire continued advancement of the Department's educational programs. The candidate must be eligible for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Ontario. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in accreditation and curriculum quality assurance processes.
All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.
York University is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, within its community. The AA program, which applies to Aboriginal people, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women, can be found at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or by calling the AA office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Complete applications must be received by March 15, 2017. The following documents are required as part of the application package: (i) a cover letter concisely highlighting qualifications and other pertinent information; (ii) a detailed curriculum vitae highlighting career achievements in the area of teaching, awards/honours, scholarly work related to pedagogy or any related training (include samples of most significant and relevant scholarly work conducted); interactions with industry; supervising or advising student projects; relevant service or administrative duties; (iii) names and contact information of three professional references who have agreed to provide reference letters; and (iv) a complete teaching dossier with a statement on teaching plan and philosophy, (especially concerning the "Renaissance Engineer" vision for the department at the Lassonde School of Engineering), samples of teaching materials and evaluations, and results of teaching evaluations. Applicants should complete her/his application through the on-line application process at http://lassonde.yorku.ca/new-faculty/
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