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Salary: Academic starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience as detailed in the collective agreement for academic employees.
If you are an educational leader looking for an opportunity to be part of a transformative experience and contribute as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.
Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, one of Canada’s leading postsecondary institutions, offers a combination of theoretical learning and hands on experience and meets its vision of transforming postsecondary education through global and polytechnic leadership.
Humber’s Centres of Innovation and Entrepreneurship will integrate applied research into program curricula and provide students with access to interdisciplinary and industry projects. We are seeking faculty who will provide students with an exceptional learning experience as we immerse our students in experiential learning and programs that empower them to think critically, make bold choices and become leaders of change.
Humber offers a variety of credentials and flexible learning options including: bachelor’s degree, diplomas, certificates, graduate certificates and apprentice programs. Faculty and students excel in business, applied technology, media studies, liberal arts and sciences, social community services, health sciences, hospitality, and creative and performing arts. Learn more about Humber College at www.humber.ca
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a creative, experienced educator who thrives in a teaching and learning ecosystem and will demonstrably support Humber’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. The incumbent will teach, develop curriculum, design/revise specific courses and/or lab experiments in subjects areas that may include chemistry, biology, writing, critical thinking, mathematics, physics, among others.
In addition to a reduced load of teaching responsibilities, the incumbent will be be responsible for coordination of the day-to-day operation of the program. Responsibilities will include: ensuring continued growth and development of existing programs as assigned; ensuring, using a participatory mode, the selection and development of appropriate learning methodologies; recommending curricula changes/modifications as deemed appropriate by the instructional groups and partners; participating in the work of external program advisory committees; providing advice to management with regard to the staffing of courses and developing, and maintaining industry and academic connections relevant to the Pre-Health pathways programming.
Overall, the successful incumbent will create an effective and innovative learning environment for our students, assess student progress and achievement; work collaboratively with colleagues, participate in or initiate and lead advancements in teaching and learning ideally through applied research and/or community service learning, special projects, committees and related associations. Teaching will be assigned online and/or at the North campus and may include teaching at the International Graduate School (Toronto).
The incumbent will also support student orientation, advising, student recruitment, pathway and program development, implementation and reviews, graduate placement, assist with the promotion and marketing of programs as well as develop and maintain strong cross-college, pan-institutional, field of expertise and/or industry ties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Master’s in chemistry and a minimum of 4 years teaching experience in the classroom with science laboratory teaching experience; completion of doctoral studies in chemistry with a minor in physics/biology/mathematics is preferred. Preference will be given for experience in applied research, working with and/or in industry with a demonstrated ability to teach a number of courses offered by the college, along with specialized skills in organic chemistry related to developing and leading chemistry lab experiments in an academic setting.
In addition, the successful candidate will have engaging and effective teaching skills, demonstrated ability to coach and support students eager to improve their GPA, experience managing classroom dynamics, strong knowledge and application of current pedagogical principles, a student-focused approach and a demonstrated commitment to fostering innovation and positive change in teaching and learning on an ongoing basis. The successful candidate will also have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of principles of equity and inclusion, be a collaborative team player and be committed to a positive team culture with well-developed interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
- All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; internal candidates will be given consideration in accordance with the collective agreement. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Humber College is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post-secondary environment. Humber College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our HR Generalists will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.
Position Type FT Academic
Work Locations North Campus 205 Humber College Blvd. Etobicoke M9W 5L7
Job Family Liberal Arts
Deadline to Apply May 9, 2021
Job Posting 4/23/21
Department Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences and Innovative Learning
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