Job Description

• Location: CBU
• Competition Number: F173P
• Deadline: December 1, 2023 at 11:59 pm

The Department of Education in the School of Education and Health at CBU invites applications for a tenure-track position (Subject to Budget Approval) in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Decolonization (EDIAD) at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position will commence January 1, 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter).One of Canadas youngest and most ambitious universities, CBU recognizes its location on Cape Breton Island as part of Mikmaki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq people. CBU offers a comprehensive set of liberal arts, science, and professional programs and a unique commitment to community, economic development, aboriginal learning, and research into many aspects of environment and culture. Currently home to approximately 9000 students, CBUs vision of higher education allows students to pursue diverse fields of study in programs with national reputations in final year student satisfaction, faculty-student interaction, and employability.CBU delivers an authentic multicultural experience to all who become part of its academic community. Surrounded by pristine natural landscape, vibrant culture, and welcoming communities on Canadas stunning east coast, CBU attracts students from more than 50 countries around the world. Our faculty bring passion to their teaching and research and we are known for our friendly and inclusive culture. Strong community involvement and a spirit of entrepreneurship enhance CBUs position in post-secondary education.The successful candidate will have demonstrated knowledge and expertise in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Decolonization (EDIAD) in educational theory and praxis. Utilizing a culturally responsive, decolonizing, and inclusive pedagogical framework, the candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in their areas of expertise. The successful candidate will also be expected to maintain a robust research program and assume educational leadership responsibilities, such as curriculum development, evaluation, innovation, course coordination, graduate teaching assistant supervision, thesis supervision, and other leadership roles.Candidates should have a relevant PhD (or a PhD in Ed.D.). Candidates who are in the later stages of their PhD may be considered with the successful completion of the PhD being a condition of employment. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate a commitment to and expertise in EDIAD to course design, research endeavours, and teaching. Teaching experience at the K-12 level and experience with face-to-face and online teaching modes are also preferred.CBU teaches programs on campus, off campus in locations across and outside of Canada, and on-line. The university and its partners will therefore provide opportunities for faculty members to teach in different modes in different locations as part of their regular workload. While these opportunities may not be available equally for all faculty positions in all programs, a clear willingness to teach in different modes and locations will be noted as part of your application.Applicants are expected to demonstrate potential and commitment with regard to teaching, research, and service to Cape Breton University, community, and profession.The union affiliation of this position is with the Cape Breton University Faculty Association.
Applications must be received by December 1st, 2023.Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Cape Breton UniversityHuman Resources Dept.1250 Grand Lake Road, Sydney, NS B1M 1A2
Unamaki espi-kinamatnokuom etek Mikmaki, wla na nokamanaq aq maqamikewminu menaqiknmuetuk.Cape Breton University is located in Mikmaki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaw People.