Job Description

DescriptionThe School of Public Policy invites applications for Fall 2024 Sessional Instructor to teach in our Master of Public Policy program.The School of Public Policy is Canada\'s leading policy school, which provides hands-on training in Canada and abroad through a Master of Public Policy Program, an Extractive Resource Governance Program, and an Executive Training Program. Its alumni can be found in leadership positions in the private, public and non-profit sectors across Canada.Our vacant positions include teaching the following course(s):PPOL 699.41: Program Evaluation in Policy
Fall 2024 Term, Wednesdays from 5:00 to 8:00pmThe course covers program evaluation in empirical public policy, exploring data types, measurement, and the difference between descriptive and inferential evaluations. Students learn about challenges like p-hacking and statistical power, along with research designs such as interviews and case studies. Emphasis is placed on the importance of sound evaluations in public policy and how analysts\' assumptions impact report quality and real-world outcomes. The goal is to equip practitioners with the skills to assess the credibility of policy reports and other analyses effectively.Position Requirements
The School of Public policy is seeking a candidate to teach this course who have excellent teaching credentials and a demonstrated background in the subject matter for the course. Applicants must have a strong commitment to teaching, particularly at the post-graduate level, and ideally hold an earned doctoral degree in an area closely related to the course to be taught. Experience as a practitioner would be an asset.The application deadline is June 10, 2024.Please submit your application online via the \'Apply Now\' link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. The four attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents):

• Cover letter
• Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Three written letters of reference.

While we accept all applications for this vacancy, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association\'s website at for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.We thank you for your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.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)For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our . For more information about the School of Public Policy,About the University of CalgaryUCalgary is Canada\'s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada\'s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is . today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit .About Calgary, AlbertaCalgary is one of the world\'s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world\'s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour\'s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

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