Instructor I – Acadia University – Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Acadia University is recognized as one of Canada’s premier undergraduate institutions. Academic innovation and a technology-rich teaching and learning environment have garnered the university a reputation for excellence.  Our progressive workplace is located only one hour from Halifax in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley – a small-town setting offering an affordable lifestyle, outstanding recreational opportunities, internationally acclaimed restaurants, a healthy economy, and the best weather in the Atlantic Provinces.

Faculty of Science
The Ivan Curry School of Engineering
Instructor I

Position # 20406CLTI-CB – The Ivan Curry School of Engineering invites applications for a 9.5 month contractually limited position as Laboratory Demonstrator/Workshop Supervisor at the rank of Instructor I commencing August 1, 2015. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing student work in the various laboratories in the School of Engineering and associated Interdepartmental Workshop. He/she may also be asked to teach a one term course in computer programming using the ‘C’ language in the second term. The ideal candidate for the position would have expertise and/or practical experience in the engineering design process, the use of CAD/programming software, the design and testing of electric/digital circuits and general workshop safety procedures. He/she would also have previously demonstrated proficiency in teaching in some capacity and genuinely enjoy working one-on-one with students. A more detailed description of the responsibilities associated with this position is posted on the school’s web site at http://engineering.acadiau.ca/.

A master’s degree is the normal minimum qualification for this position. However, because of the specialized nature of the skill set required, individuals with significant professional experience and/or training in the areas of expertise outlined above but lacking the degree are urged to apply and will be seriously considered.

Applications must include a letter of application, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, and confirmation of degree (Master’s or terminal) if applicable.  Please also include the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three people who will provide letters of reference.  Potential candidates shall send the application package and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to:

Dr. Andrew Mitchell
The Ivan Curry School of Engineering
Acadia University
PO Box 88, Wolfville, NS  B4P 2R6
Phone: (902) 585-1206
Facsimile: (902) 585-1067
e -mail: engineering@acadiau.ca

Closing Date: June 30, 2015

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Acadia University is committed to employment equity and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.  We therefore invite applications from Aboriginal peoples, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women, as well as persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.  Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment to a position is academic and professional excellence.  Candidates who are a member of one of the aforementioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, should complete the Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package.

Acadia University reserves the right not to fill posted positions, subject to budgetary approval and university needs.

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