Job Description

Position Description

The Department of Geography at the University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure-track transdisciplinary position with a focus on Mountain Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching and Research). The successful candidate will be provided a five-year research-intensive term with reduced teaching commitments.

As part of the broader University of Calgary transdisciplinary recruitment program, 20 academic positions have been created to build capacity and provide leadership in support of the . These scholars see challenges as opportunities that spark our singular mission - to dare to imagine ahead of tomorrow.

Mountains are places of collective environmental, ecological, and human (physical and mental) health that are subject to a variety of pressures from human development and climate change. The incumbent will be expected to advance University of Calgary\'s leadership in mountain research through a program that fosters convergent studies around topics that may include, among others: climate, environmental, and social change in mountain regions; adaptation and sustainability research; mountain tourism; and Indigenous understanding of mountain environments as places of cultural, spiritual, and environmental significance.

The position will catalyze existing research strengths focused on mountains in the Departments of Geography (Faculty of Arts), Earth, Energy, and Environment (Faculty of Science), Civil Engineering (Schulich School of Engineering) and in the School of Public Policy. Ideally, the candidate will also participate in One Health or Water Hub initiatives or , the University\'s Indigenous strategy, and will create training opportunities at the University\'s field stations in Kananaskis and Kluane.

The appointments will commence July 1, 2024, or at a mutually agreeable date.

We are seeking a scholar who will establish a transdisciplinary research program and demonstrate leadership in Mountain Studies. Applicants are expected to teach and conduct research at the intersection of human and physical sciences around mountains and be responsive to diverse methodologies. Preference will be given to candidates whose research focuses on human relationships to and/or human impacts on mountain environments. We especially invite candidates who incorporate diverse perspectives around complex environmental, ecological, and human issues in mountain environments. Experience working with government, non-governmental institutions, and/or mountain-based communities is considered an asset.

In addition to maintaining an active, funded research program, the successful candidate will be expected to supervise graduate and/or undergraduate students, teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in their areas of specialization, and collaborate with fellow transdisciplinary scholars. As well, the successful candidate will foster alliances of research and teaching among mountain scholars at the University of Calgary and beyond, especially those undertaking training and research at the University of Calgary\'s mountain research stations (Kluane, Kananaskis), ultimately leading to sustainable, transdisciplinary excellence in Mountain Studies.

This is an excellent opportunity to build and develop an innovative research program within a dynamic and collaborative environment. A competitive salary and an attractive start-up package will be provided.

Qualifications:

• A doctorate in Geography (or related discipline);
• A strong record of research and knowledge mobilization (commensurate with rank);
• An ability to obtain research funding (commensurate with rank);
• Demonstrated capability in teaching in areas of discipline;
• Demonstrated capability in experiential training; and,
• Engagement with local, national, and international professional and other communities (commensurate with rank).

The successful candidate at the Assistant Professor (Research) level must demonstrate evidence of a track record of impactful publications or other evidence of scholarly knowledge mobilization, an ability to secure external research funding, and evidence or promise of effectiveness in teaching at the university level. Evidence of an ability to leverage collaborations or community engagement is welcome.

How to Apply:
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the `Apply Now\' link and include in one combined PDF:

• Curriculum vitae,
• Statement outlining a proposed convergent research program,
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness through a teaching dossier,
• Evidence of collaboration/engagement with professional and other communities,
• Reprints of two (2) representative scholarly publications,
• Names and contact information for three referees.

Information about programs and research in the Department of Geography can be found at our .

Closing date: February 1, 2024

Applications should be addressed to:
Dr. Andrea Freeman, Head
Department of Geography
University of Calgary

Questions regarding this opportunity should be addressed to Dr. Andrea Freeman, by email ( ).

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide 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 ( ) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ( ).

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

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About the University of Calgary

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