Job Description

Position Description The University of Calgary (UCalgary), located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations) as well as the Tsuut\'ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The university recognizes that the City of Calgary is also home to Region III of the M\xc3\xa9tis Nation of Alberta. By virtue of the signing of Treaty 7 in 1877, the university recognizes that we are all treaty people. The City of Calgary is home to a culturally diverse community. Together, we share this land, strive to live together, learn together, walk together, and grow together "in a good way."

The University of Calgary recognizes the importance of creating and maintaining a welcoming and equitable environment that enables every member of our campus to thrive. The Inclusive Excellence Cluster Hiring Initiative has been launched to advance and embed the institution\'s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, Indigenous engagement, and inclusive excellence. This initiative, which was developed in accordance with Section 10.1 of the Alberta Human Rights Act, is a key step to ameliorate the under-representation of members of equity deserving groups at the university, to enhance the conditions of disadvantaged groups, to build a critical mass of scholars who reflect the diversity of our student body and the broader community, to advance epistemic pluralism and the creation of new knowledges and ways of knowing, and to broaden the culture of inclusivity and engagement. Description of Position
As part of the Inclusive Excellence Cluster Hiring Initiative, the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure-track position in Finance (FNCE) at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching). This position is only open to qualified persons with disabilities, as defined below. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2023, or at a mutually acceptable date.

For the purpose of the Inclusive Excellence Cluster Hire Initiative, a person with a disability is someone who: (a) has a long-term or recurring physical, mental, sensory, psychiatric or learning impairment(s), and (b) considers themselves to be disadvantaged in employment by reason of that disability or believes that an employer or potential employer is likely to consider them to be disadvantaged in employment by reason of that disability. This also includes persons with disabilities who have been accommodated in their current job or workplace (e.g., by the use of technical aids, changes to equipment or other working arrangements).

Candidates must have completed or nearly completed a PhD in finance or a closely related field or have completed the highest rank of relevant professional designation. The position requires evidence of teaching effectiveness or and competency in teaching and learning. An awareness of how to apply scholarly approaches to teaching and learning practices, participation in reflective practice, and professional learning activities related to teaching and learning would be an asset. Duties include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, course coordination, as well as professional service for the Haskayne School of Business, the University, and the community. The successful candidate will engage in research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy and curriculum design as well as scholarly activities that strengthen and inform the knowledge base and expertise of an Assistant Professor (Teaching). Salary is competitive and will depend on qualifications, experience, as well as teaching record.

Qualifications, Skills and Achievements Required
The successful candidate at the Assistant Professor (Teaching) level must demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness in different programs (e.g., graduate and undergraduate), evidence that the applicant can participate in a wide array of teaching activities, teaching innovation, and evidence of an exemplary record of service. Previous experience of coordinating courses would be considered an asset. The duties of an Assistant Professor (Teaching) also include staying up to date with pedagogical approaches and content in the discipline, as well as contributions to the community of practice in teaching & learning both at the Haskayne School of Business and the University of Calgary. The successful candidate will engage in research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy and curriculum design as well as scholarly activities that strengthen and inform the knowledge base and expertise of an Assistant Professor (Teaching).

Applicants must have:

• A Master\'s or Doctoral degree in Finance or a closely-related field.
• The CFA designation
• At least three years of verifiable work experience as a finance practitioner.
• Experience teaching a variety of finance courses at the post-secondary level with a proven track record of effective and innovative pedagogy.

Expected Duties:

• Teach core and/or elective undergraduate and graduate courses in finance.
• Engage in research and scholarship focused on teaching and learning pedagogy as well as maintaining currency in the discipline of finance;
• Ability to develop and implement innovative new courses and to coordinate core courses;
• Student case competition supervision;
• Service activities within the school, university, and community.
• Continuous professional development and contributions to the community of practice in teaching and learning
• Course delivery in both in person and online formats.

How to Apply
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the \'Apply Now\' link. A complete application should include:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees. Applicants must self-identify as a person with a disability in their cover letter to be considered for this position.
• Statement of teaching philosophy/teaching dossier
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Statement on equity, diversity and inclusion identifying the applicant\'s contributions or potential contributions to advancing a culture of equity and inclusion

Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. All applicants will be required to complete an attestation confirming their eligibility for this position in the application process. Questions may be addressed to: Dr. J. Ari Pandes, Chair, Academic Selection Committee
Email: j.ari.pandes@haskayne.ucalgary.ca Closing Date: July 1, 2023 The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do. As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No) Additional Information To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Haskayne School of Business. The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. About the Haskayne School of Business

Accredited by AACSB International, the Haskayne School of Business is a progressive and innovative business school. Our mission is to create an open, mutually accountable community of students, faculty, and alumni, and to provide rich experiential learning opportunities to our students. With 3,000 full and part-time students currently enrolled in bachelors, masters, PhD and executive education programs, the business school boasts more than 18,000 alumni in 60 countries around the globe. Visit us at http://haskayne.ucalgary.ca/ to learn more.

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is a leading Canadian university located in Canada\'s most enterprising city. The University of Calgary (UCalgary) is a global and innovative intellectual hub for teaching and learning, research and scholarship, and community engagement. UCalgary ranks fifth among Canada\'s top research universities in Research Infosource Inc.\'s latest Top 50 Research Universities list released on Jan. 25, 2022. UCalgary is the youngest university to have reached the top five.

UCalgary has more than 6,500 graduate students and 28,500 undergraduate students, more than 1,800 academic staff (continuing, contingent term or limited term appointment), more than 1,300 sessionals, and more than 3,200 non-academic staff, in 14 Faculties, across five campuses. The vibrant and research-intensive environment at UCalgary is home to 146 research chairs (75 Canada Research Chairs), and more than 50 research institutes and centres. UCalgary has the fastest growth rate in attracting research funding among the 10 largest universities in Canada.

The university\'s new Framework for Growth establishes principles and focus areas for the University of Calgary over the coming decade. It will ignite our entrepreneurial spirit to turn challenges into opportunities to improve the world around us. It will help to meet our academic and research ambitions and strengthen our community engagement in one of Canada\'s most diverse cities, whose exciting future is unfolding rapidly, and where scientific disciplines will play a major role. Built around three big ideas (transdisciplinary scholarship, integration with our community and future-focused program delivery), the Framework will distinguish the university and drive growth. To learn more about this vision please see: https://www.ucalgary.ca/president/growth. The University of Calgary and the Haskayne School of Business respect, appreciate and encourage diversity. There are a number of resources on campus to support diversity and inclusion on campus, including two daycares, the Q Centre, the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Office of Equity, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Women\'s Resource Centre. For more information, visit www.ucalgary.ca. About Calgary Calgary is a major urban centre and has been consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world. Calgary is a community-minded city with a commitment to economic, environmental, health and wellness, and recreational social services. It is Canada\'s sunniest major city, nested in the foothills of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which boasts some of the best hiking and skiing in the world.