Academic (Faculty/Research/Librarians)
Current Opportunities:
Music Librarian - Alfred Whitehead Music Library (term)
Technical Services Librarian - Libraries & Archives (probationary)
Assistant Professor - Department of Fine Arts (sessional)
Crake Doctoral Fellowship - Department of Classics (term)
Assistant Professor - Department of English (term)
Assistant Professor - Department of Music (sessional)
Assistant Professor - Department of Classics (sessional)
Assistant Professor - Department of History (term)
Assistant Professor - Department of Psychology (sessional)
Assistant Professor - Department of Psychology (term)
Assistant Professor - Department of Philosophy (term)
Assistant Professor - Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry (sessional)
Assistant Professor - Department of Economics (term)
Assistant Professor - Department of Economics (sessional)
Crake Drama Fellow - Drama Studies
Assistant Professor - The Ron Joyce Centre for Business Studies/Commerce Department
Assistant Professor - Department of Music
Assistant Professor - Mathematics and Computer Science
University Librarian - Ralph Pickard Bell Library
Date of Posting: February 9, 2012
Mount Allison University
invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of Music
Librarian. This is a one-year term appointment beginning July 15, 2012,
subject to budgetary approval.
Duties
Reporting to the University Librarian, the Music Librarian is responsible
for the management and operations of the Alfred Whitehead Music Library.
Working with the Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives' team
of librarians, the Music Librarian will participate in music as well as
general reference service, information literacy instruction, music cataloguing,
and collection development in music, fine arts, and other areas. The Music
Librarian supervises the Music Library Assistant and several student assistants.
Librarians at Mount Allison engage in research, creative activity, and
scholarship and provide service to the University.
Qualifications and Requirements
Qualifications for this position include an MLIS or equivalent from an
ALA-accredited library school. Preference will be given to candidates
with a graduate degree in music. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated
abilities and experience in music librarianship, information literacy
instruction, reference service and collections development in an academic
environment. The successful candidate must possess excellent oral and
written communication skills; a strong public service centred philosophy;
the ability to work well in a collegial environment; and a keen interest
in collections development, teaching, reference, and outreach.
This position is represented by the Mount Allison Faculty Association
and the appointment will be made at the rank of General Librarian or Assistant
Librarian, as determined by qualifications and experience. Salary will
be within the established range and commensurate with qualifications and
experience. Review of applications will begin March 9, 2012 and continue
until the position is filled. A letter of application, curriculum vitae,
and the names and contact information for three referees should be sent
to:
Elizabeth Millar
Chair of the Search Committee
Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives
49 York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1C6
Phone: (506) 364-2562
Fax: (506) 364-2617
Applications will
be accepted in electronic form and should be e-mailed to Carol Wilson,
Administrative Assistant, at cwilson@mta.ca
Mount Allison University, located in Sackville, NB, is a leader in providing
quality liberal education to undergraduate students in arts, sciences,
social sciences, fine arts and music. Mount Allison's intimate educational
environment extends learning beyond the classroom, encouraging the growth
of the whole person through a full range of experiences in the campus
and community.
The Mount Allison University Libraries and Archives is committed to working
with students and faculty in order to meet their academic and research
needs. Mount Allison Libraries includes the Ralph Pickard Bell Library
which is the main library, the Alfred Whitehead Music Library, and the
University Archives. We invite you to look at our website for more information
about the Libraries and about the University at www.mta.ca.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages
applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples,
persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents
will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate
their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: February 7, 2012
Mount Allison University is seeking a Technical Services Librarian to provide leadership in the areas of acquisitions, cataloguing, serials, and metadata development. The successful candidate should be a creative and team-oriented professional who will lead a department of nine paraprofessional staff with a vision to optimize the acquisition of materials and the creation of cataloguing records, and to find new ways to use metadata to make the libraries' collections more accessible to users. Applicants should have demonstrated knowledge of current and developing trends in the theory and practice of acquisitions, serials, cataloguing, metadata and information retrieval.
As a member of the team of librarians, the successful applicant will also participate in collection development and the delivery of reference services and library instruction. Librarians at Mount Allison are expected to engage in research and scholarship and provide service to the University.
This is a probationary tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian and will be effective 1 July, 2012, subject to budgetary approval.
Required Qualifications:
" ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent degree; minimum three years technical services experience in an academic library.
" Evidence of successful collaboration and leadership responsibilities.
" Experience with AACRII cataloguing standards, LC classification, and MARC21 format including basic knowledge of RDA.
" Experience managing a materials budget and electronic resource licence agreements.
" Knowledge of trends in the practice and scholarship of technical services and digital libraries with the ability to effectively communicate new developments in the field to library and non-library staff.
" Ability to multitask and work in a complex and detailed environment.
" Demonstrated skills in project development and implementation.
" Strong oral and written communication and critical thinking skills.
" Knowledge of existing ILS systems and emerging library technologies.
" Enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment.
Additional Qualifications:
" A second advanced
degree would be an asset.
" Teaching experience and experience providing reference services
in an academic setting.
" Planned exploration of research, scholarship, and professional development in librarianship.
" Experience with the SIRSIDYNIX Symphony integrated library system.
" Knowledge of other languages and the ability to create bibliographic records in English for non-English materials.
To Apply: Application materials should include a cover letter, current
CV, and the names and contact information of three professional referees.
Application materials should be submitted in PDF format to Carol Wilson,
Administrative Assistant, cwilson@mta.ca. Applicants receiving further
consideration may be asked to submit additional information as needed.
Note: Apply by February 29, 2012 for best consideration; position will
be open until filled.
For further information
please consult the following websites: Libraries and Archives homepage
[http://www.mta.ca/library/index.html] and Mount Allison Faculty Association
Collective Agreement [http://www.mta.ca/hr/ee&labourrel/MAFAFT_CA.pdf]
. For local information about the town of Sackville please consult the
town's website [http://www.sackville.com/].
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages
applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples,
persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents
will be given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate
their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: February 1, 2012
The Department of Fine Arts at Mount Allison University invites applications for a full-time nine-month position for an art historian. The Fine Arts Department offers a studio based BFA degree and a BA degree with a major or minor in studio arts and art history. Teaching responsibilities will include a Survey of World Art from the First Peoples to the Present (FINH 2001 and 2011), Nineteenth Century Art (FINH 3141 and 3241), Advanced Seminar in Art History (FINH 4091), and Independent Studies in Art History.
The successful applicant should have or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in art history and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and research. Teaching experience at the undergraduate level, an informed awareness of critical theory, and an ability to incorporate theory into art history are essential. The appointment will commence 1 August 2012 at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, subject to budgetary approval. The appointment end-date is 30 April 2013.
Applications should include: a letter of application; a curriculum vitae; a teaching dossier; three letters of reference forwarded by the referees, a short sample of research, and other appropriate material. To ensure full consideration, complete applications, including letters of reference, should be submitted by Friday, March 30, 2012 to:
Professor Thaddeus
Holownia
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Fine Arts
Mount Allison University
53 York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1C9
e-mail: holownia@mta.ca
For further information see our website: http://www.mta.ca/finearts
Mount Allison is a
highly respected small (2500 students) undergraduate institution which
aims at excellence in undergraduate education. The Department of Fine
Arts, with 11 full- and part-time faculty and technical staff and approximately
148 students, offers courses in drawing, painting, photography, printmaking,
sculpture, open media and art history. The Owens Art Gallery, with a program
of contemporary and historical exhibitions and visiting artists' presentations,
provides important support for the Department.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages
applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples,
persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents
will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate
their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 23, 2012
The Crake Foundation
and the Department of Classics at Mount Allison University are pleased
to announce the Crake Doctoral Fellowship in Classics for the academic
year 2012-2013.
The Crake Fellowship is non-renewable, open to Canadian citizens and permanent
residents who, at the time of taking up the fellowship, have completed
all course and residential requirements for the Doctorate in Classics,
passed all preliminary examinations and completed the research for the
thesis, and who can reasonably be expected to finish the doctorate during
the year of the fellowship.
The holder will be asked to teach one course in each of the Fall and Winter terms, give a public lecture, and be in Sackville from September to the end of April.
In 2012-2013 the holder of the Crake Fellowship will receive $28,000 (CDN), with an allowance of up to $4,500 (CDN) to cover moving and other research-associated expenses.
Applications may be made through email or post and should include official transcripts and three letters of reference. The thesis supervisor should be asked to write concerning the subject of the thesis and the expected date for its final submission. Applicants should also send a statement regarding the progress of their doctoral studies, including their schedule for completion, and a 1-2 page synopsis of their thesis.
Completed applications should be sent to:
Dr. Bruce Robertson,
Head
Department of Classics
Mount Allison University
63D York Street
Sackville, New Brunswick
E4L 1G9
Canada
brobertson@mta.ca
The deadline for receipt of applications is February 22nd, 2012.
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities.
Date of Posting: January 23, 2012
The Department of English Literatures at Mount Allison University invites applications for a four-and-a-half month sabbatical replacement position, subject to budgetary approval. Candidates should be versatile and dedicated teachers with a PhD or near completion with primary research and teaching experience in the field of Medieval Literature. The successful candidate should be able to teach an introductory survey (Introduction to Principles of Literary Analysis), a second year literary history survey (Literary Periods to 1800), and a third year Survey of Medieval Literature. The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence August 15, 2012. Candidates should send a letter of application, a complete curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to:
Dr. Robert Lapp
Head, Department of English Literatures
Mount Allison University
62 York St., Sackville, NB, E4L 1E2
Applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of support to be sent to this address. The closing date for receipt of applications is March 15, 2012, or when the position is filled. Candidates are responsible for ensuring that all applications materials, including letters of reference, reach the Department in time.
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified applicants are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their applications.
Date of Posting: January 23, 2012
The Department of Music at Mount Allison University invites applications for a nine-month full-time sessional position in Musicology.
Candidates should have a completed or nearly-completed doctorate and a demonstrated commitment to and record of successful teaching, creative activity, and research at the university level. The successful candidate's teaching duties will include a foundation course in music history, and a research methods and bibliography seminar for Bachelor of Music students. The candidate may also teach undergraduate music history survey courses or elective courses in their specific areas of interest. Candidates should exhibit an interest in nurturing the connections between the Music programs and the broader liberal education curriculum at Mount Allison.
The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will be effective August 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval.
A letter of application describing teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference should be sent to:
Dr. Stephen Runge
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Music
Mount Allison University
134 Main Street, Sackville, NB E4L 1A6
Fax: (506)364-2376 E-mail: srunge@mta.ca
Review of applications
will commence March 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages
applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples,
persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents
will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate
their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 23, 2012
The Department of Classics at Mount Allison University invites applications for a full-time sabbatical leave replacement for 9 months, beginning on August 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval.
We seek a candidate with an active research programme and appropriate teaching experience. The successful candidate will teach five courses per year in ancient (especially Greek) history and/or Greek and Latin. The candidate should possess a Ph.D. and should be willing to teach and research within the framework of the undergraduate programme in Classics. The full-time appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor.
Mount Allison University has earned a national reputation for its excellent undergraduate programmes. The Department of Classics teaches both introductory and advanced Greek and Latin language, and also holds a yearly archaeological field school. The University's facilities make this an attractive place to work, and our location is in a small historic town only 30 minutes from Moncton and its international airport.
An application should include a cover letter noting the courses or areas in which the applicant is prepared to teach, a curriculum vitae, transcripts, teaching philosophy, and letters of recommendation from three referees, and should be sent in electronic or paper format to:
Dr. Bruce Robertson
Head and Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Classics
Mount Allison University
63D York St.
Sackville, NB E4L 1G9
Tel: 506-364-2695
Fax: 506- 364-2645
Email: brobertson@mta.ca
Consideration of applications will commence on February 29, 2012.
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their application.
Date of Posting: January 20, 2012
The Department of History at Mount Allison University invites applications for a full-time twelve- month appointment (sabbatical replacement), subject to budgetary approval. Candidates should be prepared to teach five one-semester courses: a first-year course in the expansion of Europe; a third-year course that examines class, gender, and other aspects of British social history in the era of early industrial capitalism (c. 1750-c.1850); a third-year course that traces the development of institutions, movements, and ideas which have shaped the society, culture, economy, and politics of modern Britain; and two fourth-year seminar courses (one each term), each devoted to themes, events, or periods that reflect the candidate's interests and academic background. Each course involves 3 hours of class time per week and meets on the Sackville campus.
The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2012. Applicants should send a letter of application, a complete curriculum vitae, teaching dossier, including teaching evaluations, a sample of scholarly work, and request three referees to send letters of reference to:
William Lundell
Head, History Department
Mount Allison University
#63D York Street
Sackville, New Brunswick
E4L 1G9
The search committee
will begin reviewing applications on February 24, 2012 and will continue
until the position is filled. Mount Allison University welcomes diversity
in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women
and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and
members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their application.
Date of Posting: January 18, 2012
The Department of Psychology at Mount Allison University invites applications for a one-year term position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology or be near completion. The successful candidate will be required to teach two courses per term from the following list: Introduction to Psychology I, Introduction to Psychology II, Personality, Psychological Measurement & Individual Differences, Adulthood and Aging, Psychology of Gender, Special Topic in Psychology (3rd year lecture course), and Special Topic in Psychology (4th year seminar course). Special topics courses will be in the successful candidate's area of expertise. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to conduct research and/or supervise undergraduate research.
The anticipated start date for the position is July 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, a statement of teaching interests as well as evidence of effective teaching (if available). All applications should be made at: www.academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1387.
For more information contact:
Dr. Stephen Claxton-Oldfield
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Psychology
Mount Allison University
49A York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1C7
Fax: (506) 364-2467
Phone: (506) 364-2463
Email: sclaxton@mta.ca
Review of applications will begin February 29, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can learn more about the Department and current interests of our friendly and dynamic faculty at www.mta.ca/faculty/science/psych/.
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their application.
Date of Posting: January 18, 2012
The Department of Psychology at Mount Allison University invites applications
for a full-time sessional position (August 15, 2012 - December 31, 2012)
at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor. The successful candidate
will have a Ph.D. in Psychology or be near completion. The successful
candidate will be required to teach two courses in the Fall term from
the following list: Introduction to Psychology I, Introduction to Psychology
II, Personality, Psychological Measurement & Individual Differences,
Adulthood and Aging, Psychology of Gender, Special Topic in Psychology
(3rd year lecture course), and Special Topic in Psychology (4th year seminar
course). Special topics courses will be in the successful candidate's
area of expertise.
The anticipated start date for the position is August 15, 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, a statement of teaching interests as well as evidence of effective teaching (if available). All applications should be made at: www.academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1388.
For more information contact:
Dr. Stephen Claxton-Oldfield
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Psychology
Mount Allison University
49A York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1C7
Fax: (506) 364-2467
Phone: (506) 364-2463
Email: sclaxton@mta.ca
Review of applications will begin February 29, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants can learn more about the Department and current interests of our friendly and dynamic faculty at www.mta.ca/faculty/science/psych/.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 17, 2012
The Department of Philosophy at Mount Allison University invites applications
for a full-time sabbatical replacement position, subject to budgetary
approval. Candidates should have a PhD in Philosophy or one nearing completion,
and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and a deep interest
in the history of philosophy. The course load for the year is 2/3.The
most useful combination of courses to be taught include: a first year
introductory course in philosophy based on Plato's Republic; a second
year historical introduction to Ethics; a year-long upper level course
in Ancient Philosophy; and an upper-level course in Environmental Ethics,
or a course in the successful candidate's area of research.
The appointment will
be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence
July 1, 2012 and end June30, 2013. Submissions must include a letter of
application with curriculum vitae, transcripts, three letters of reference,
teaching dossier and a sample of writing. Electronic applications are
strongly encouraged and should be sent to philosophy@mta.ca. Paper submissions
should be sent to:
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Philosophy
Mount Allison University
63D York Street
Sackville, NB E4L 1G9
Phone: 506-364-2556
Fax: 506-364-2645
Consideration of applications will begin March 15, 2012 and will continue
until an appointment is made.
Mount Allison University
has earned a national reputation for its excellent undergraduate programs.
The university welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications
from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons
with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates
are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will
be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their
citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 16, 2012
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Mount Allison University
invites applications for a full-time nine-month sessional appointment
in Physical Chemistry. The Department is committed to undergraduate research
and teaching.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. We seek candidates able to teach at least three of Kinetics, Thermodynamics, Quantum and Instrumental Analytical chemistry. The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence on August 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a statement of the candidate's teaching interests and philosophy. The complete application should be sent to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1385. The application should include the name and contact information for three (or more) references. Review of applications will begin on February 29, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.
For more information, contact:
Dr. Andrew Grant
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Mount Allison University
Sackville, NB E4L 1G8
Fax: 506-364-2313, Email: chemistry@mta.ca
http://www.mta.ca/faculty/science/chem/index.html
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages
applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples,
persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents
will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate
their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 12, 2012
The Department of Economics at Mount Allison University invites applications
for a two year term position (replacement for two sabbatical leaves).
Teaching responsibilities will include introductory, intermediate, and
advanced undergraduate courses. The position is not restricted as to field
of expertise but experience teaching Introductory Principles of Economics,
and International Finance or Applied Econometrics, would be an asset.
Candidates should have, or be near completion of, a Ph.D. and have a strong
commitment to undergraduate teaching and research. The appointment will
be at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence 1
July 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Applications should include
the candidate's curriculum vitae and three letters of reference sent to:
Dr. Stephen Law
Search Committee Chair
Department of Economics
Mount Allison University
144 Main Street
Sackville, New Brunswick
E4L 1A7 Canada
Fax: (506) 364-2625 Email: slaw@mta.ca
Consideration of applications begins on 27 February 2012. Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 12, 2012
The Department of Economics at Mount Allison University invites applications
for a full-time nine-month (sabbatical replacement) position. Teaching
responsibilities will include intermediate and advanced undergraduate
courses. The position is not restricted as to field of expertise but experience
teaching Development Economics or Applied Econometrics would be an asset.
Candidates should have, or be near completion of, a Ph.D. and have a strong
commitment to undergraduate teaching and research. The appointment will
be at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence 1
August 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Applications should include
the candidate's curriculum vitae and three letters of reference sent to:
Dr. Stephen Law
Search Committee Chair
Department of Economics
Mount Allison University
144 Main Street
Sackville, New Brunswick
E4L 1A7, Canada
Fax: (506) 364-2625 Email: slaw@mta.ca
Consideration of applications begins on 27 February 2012. Mount Allison
University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications
from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons
with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates
are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will
be given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their
citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: January 6, 2012
Mount Allison University is pleased to invite applications for the J.E.A.
Crake Drama Fellow, 2012-13.
The Crake Drama Fellow will contribute to a non-conservatory inter-disciplinary program in Drama Studies that supports an extensive season of theatrical production in Canada's top-ranked undergraduate university.
The Fellow, an artist-scholar with a minimum qualification of an MFA or equivalent experience, will be asked to supervise student projects, direct a production, contribute to program course-offerings in areas of the candidate's expertise and interest; and to provide leadership in other ways appropriate to her/his qualifications and experience while serving as part of a team of theatre professionals and academics.
The term of the appointment,
subject to budgetary approval, will be from 1 September 2012 to 30 April
2013, with the possibility of renewal for one further eight-month term.
The Fellow will receive $28,000 plus benefits and an allowance of up to
$3,500 to cover moving and expenses related to research and/or creative
activity.
Review of applications will begin on 1 March 2012 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must include a complete résumé, transcripts where appropriate, and three letters of reference, and should be sent to:
Dr. Glen Nichols,
Director of Drama
Mount Allison University
63D York Street
Sackville, N.B. Canada E4L 1G9
Mount Allison welcomes
diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified
women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their application.
Date of Posting: December 13, 2011
The Ron Joyce Centre for Business Studies/Commerce Department at Mount
Allison University invites applications for a tenure track appointment
in Accounting. The successful candidate will pursue an active research
program while employing innovative pedagogical approaches and contributing
to the wider academic and professional community.
The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor
and will commence on July 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Candidates
must have a research interest and a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate
students in Accounting. While candidates with a Ph.D. in Accounting or
related field are preferred, candidates with a professional accounting
designation and a Master's degree or candidates with teaching experience
and several years of corporate experience at a senior level are encouraged
to apply. An application must include a curriculum vita and names of three
referees, and should be sent to:
Dr. M. Nauman Farooqi
Chair of Search Committee
Ron Joyce Centre for Business Studies
Mount Allison University
144 Main Street
Sackville, New Brunswick, E4L 1A7
Voice: 506-364-2281
Fax: 506-364-2625
nfarooqi@mta.ca
The closing date for receipt of applications is February 17, 2012 or until
the position is filled.
Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages
applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples,
persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents
will be given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate
their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: December 7, 2011
The Department of Music at Mount Allison University invites applications
for a tenure-track position in music education and studio voice.
Candidates should have a completed doctorate and a demonstrated commitment to and record of successful teaching, creative activity, and research at the university level. Teaching experience in elementary or secondary schools as well as private voice instruction at the university level is desired. The successful candidate will teach courses in elementary and secondary music methods (combining general music/choral/instrumental), a senior seminar in music education, studio voice, and will act as a resource person in current music education issues. Other possible courses could include diction for singers or vocal methods/pedagogy. Candidates should exhibit an interest in nurturing the connections between the Music programs and the broader liberal education curriculum at Mount Allison.
The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will be effective July 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval.
A letter of application, curriculum vitae, video-recording of studio teaching, audio- or video-recording of solo performance, and three letters of reference should be sent to:
Dr. Elizabeth Wells
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Music
Mount Allison University
134 Main Street, Sackville, NB E4L 1A6
Fax: (506)364-2598 E-mail: ewells@mta.ca
Deadline for submission is February 1, 2012. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.
Date of Posting: November 23, 2011
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Mount Allison University
invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Mathematics. The
position is at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor with an expected
start date of July 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval.
Mount Allison is a top-ranked Canadian undergraduate university. Our faculty are expected to maintain an independent research program and to provide high quality undergraduate teaching.
Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Mathematics. Strong preference will be given to candidates in Algebra, Analysis or a closely related area. Candidates should provide evidence of a research program that will attract external funding and evidence of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
An application should include a curriculum vitae, teaching and research statements and at least three letters of reference, at least one of which should address the candidate's teaching. Applications should be made via mathjobs.org. Review of applications will start January 9, 2012.
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their application.
Date of Posting: November 10, 2011
The Department of Biology at Mount Allison University invites applications
for a tenure-track position. The Department offers a range of undergraduate
biology courses and maintains a research emphasis on marine and aquatic
systems. We have active research-based honours and M.Sc. programs.
We are seeking someone to teach functional anatomy of vertebrates and contribute to first or second year teaching. The normal teaching load is four courses over two terms. The successful candidate will also be expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program.
Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Biology and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and to the supervision of research involving undergraduates.
The appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2012, subject to budgetary approval. Applicants should include a curriculum vitae and a statement of the applicant's teaching and research interests and philosophy. Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide the names and addresses of three or more referees. Applications are to be addressed to:
Dr. Felix Baerlocher
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Biology
Mount Allison University
63B York Street Sackville, NB E4L 1G7
Fax: 506-364-2505
Email: fbaerlocher@mta.ca
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified men and women, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status
in their application.
Date of Posting: October 21, 2011
The Department of Politics and International Relations at Mount Allison
University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Canadian
Politics. The successful candidate should have a PhD (or be near completion)
in Political Science, an active research program, and a strong commitment
to teaching. The normal teaching load is 5 courses per academic year.
The teaching assignment will involve covering a broad range of courses
in Canadian Politics and participating in the Department's Introductory
course rotation. An ability to teach courses in Federalism, Charter Politics,
or Political Economy would be an asset. The appointment will be at the
rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, and will begin on 1 July 2012,
subject to budgetary approval. Applications should include a curriculum
vitae, three letters of reference, a sample of scholarly writing, and
evidence of teaching effectiveness, and should be sent to:
Dr. Loralea Michaelis
Chair of the Search Committee
Department of Politics and International Relations
Mount Allison University
144 Main Street
Sackville, New Brunswick E4L 1A7
We will begin reviewing applications on January 6, 2012. Mount Allison
University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications
from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons
with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates
are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will
be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their
citizenship status in their application.
Date
of Posting: April 13, 2011
Mount Allison is an immersive living, learning community for independent
minded leaders. Founded on undergraduate excellence the University's goal
is to be recognized as one of North America's best by providing a supportive,
experiential, student-focused approach to teaching and research. This
approach has captured the attention of the best and brightest students,
faculty and benefactors and the results speak for themselves. Survey after
survey, students attest to the intellectually stimulating interactions
at Mount Allison and the major positive influence Mount Allison professors
have on their academic career. And more than just the experience, Mount
Allison produces the highest number of Rhodes Scholars, per capita, of
any university in the British Commonwealth and over half of Mount Allison
students have received an academic scholarship. With small class sizes
and low student-to-faculty ratio, faculty at Mount Allison get to know
their students, teach and conduct research, and are rewarded by being
able to experience the difference that a Mount Allison education makes
for future generations of leaders.
Reporting to the President, the Provost and Vice President Academic and
Research champions, maintains and supports teaching and research excellence,
quality academic services, and an environment that promotes effective
learning and professional and personal growth for both students and faculty.
The next Provost and Vice President Academic and Research will be a key strategic contributor to institutional enhancement and to furthering academic distinction. S/he will work with the academic community to develop and champion an academic plan that supports the University's strategic goals and that builds on the excellence of a dedicated, involved, and high-performing faculty. The Provost will foster leadership and accountability, a collegial culture, and a positive working relationship with the faculty association.
The ideal candidate has demonstrated the capacity for outstanding academic leadership and a dedication to undergraduate education. S/he has a distinguished academic background, a deep commitment to students and the student experience, and change leadership experience in a unionized environment. The next Provost and Vice President, Academic and Research will bring a collaborative approach, demonstrated success in fostering teamwork and collegiality and the ability to work and communicate effectively with the full university community. We are seeking a candidate whose leadership style is characterized by enthusiasm, confidence and the keen ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
To apply for this opportunity, please send a cover letter, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for three references to Anna Stuart at Knightsbridge Robertson Surrette by email at astuart@kbrs.ca or mail at:
Knightsbridge Robertson
Surrette
6th Floor Cornwallis House
5475 Spring Garden Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 3T2
Knightsbridge Robertson Surrette will begin considering applications on May 6th, 2011. The position will remain open until filled.
Mount Allison University
welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all
qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities,
and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.