Job Description

The University of Winnipeg
Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences
Tenure-Track Associate Professor in Environmental Policy and Management
& Chair of Environmental Studies and Sciences The Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences at The University of Winnipeg invites outstanding candidates to apply for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. The successful candidate will serve as Department Chair for a three or five year term; the length of term will be mutually agreed upon by the candidate and the Departmental Personnel Committee. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in environmental studies/sciences or a closely related discipline. Candidates must have research and teaching expertise in environmental policy and management, including environmental impact assessment, environmental law, environment and business, or closely related area. Candidates must have a strong record of scholarly activity and research which includes securing research funding and mentoring students within their own research programs. The ideal candidate will provide a long-term commitment to the development of Environmental Studies and Sciences as a centre of excellence at The University of Winnipeg. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of leading and articulating a vision and strategic direction for a unit, program, department, school, college, or team, including their teaching, research, and service missions. Several years of experience with progressively responsible leadership is an asset. We seek an outstanding colleague with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research, and the ability to engage with industry, government and community partners. Applicants should have a strong and active publication record and proven ability or high potential to attract competitively awarded research funding from a Canadian Tri-Council or similar national granting agencies. The successful candidate will teach and advise students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, lead the department in a collegial fashion, and contribute meaningfully to departmental and university service. The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on March 15, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled; full consideration is assured for applications received by March 10, 2023. Subject to budgetary approval, this position will be effective from July 1, 2023. Salary levels will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must submit a complete application, including (all documents in PDF):

• a cover letter clearly demonstrating experience in teaching, research, and management, including leadership accomplishments
• a complete curriculum vitae
• a research statement describing past achievements and future plans
• a teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg\xe2\x80\x99s online recruitment system (https://www.northstarats.com/University-of-Winnipeg). Applicants must arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be e-mailed directly to: Dr. Richard Westwood, Acting Chair, Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences at r.westwood@uwinnipeg.ca Located on Treaty 1 land in the heart of the M\xc3\xa9tis Nation, the Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences was one of the first interdisciplinary undergraduate environment programs in Canada (est. 1970). Applicants can learn more about the Department and current faculty research interests at http://envstudies.uwinnipeg.ca/. The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Additional information on the University of Winnipeg is available at https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/. The University of Winnipeg has a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all those coming to designated indoor campus spaces to provide proof they are fully vaccinated. The Policy was suspended effective May 2, 2022. However, prospective employees should know that the Policy may be reinstated in the future based on changing public health circumstances. The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca. The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant\xe2\x80\x99s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or 204.786.9066.