Assistant Professor, Ecology – Mount Royal University

Title of the Job: Assistant Professor, Ecology

Location: Calgary, AB

Job Description: Job TitleAssistant Professor, EcologyRequisition #998373.1Job TypePermanent (for any group)Union or Employee GroupMRFAClassificationPosition End Date (if applicable)LocationMRU Main Campus – Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)PostingAbout MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Today, Mount Royal offers 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors, along with a wide range of diploma and certificate options. It boasts a diverse community with nearly 16,000 credit students, more than 5,500 non-credit students and about 1,700 employees.As a student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal is known for its top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Grounded in community, Mount Royal is a place where faculty, staff and alumni can know each other by name – and where everyone is welcome. Learn more about Mount Royal’s strategic academic direction at .Mount Royal is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina, and the Iyarhe Nakoda. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.Mount Royal is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.About the Faculty of Science and TechnologyMount Royal’s Faculty of Science and Technology offers bachelor’s degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Data Science, Environmental Science, General Science, and Geology which allows students to prepare for a variety of exciting careers in science and technology by not only teaching them the basics of science but also how to be flexible and innovative problem-solvers.Faculty members in the Faculty of Science and Technology also support the delivery of the liberal education component of all Mount Royal University undergraduate degree programs by teaching courses in General Education (GNED), Cluster-One: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy. In foundation level GNED courses students explore pre-disciplinary themes and subjects and are exposed to a range of academic disciplines while developing key undergraduate intellectual capacities.The Department of Biology offers a Bachelor of Science Biology major with three concentrations (Cellular & Molecular Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Ecology & Evolution), an Honours Biology degree, and a Biology minor.About the RoleThe Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Technology at Mount Royal University invites applications for a tenure track position which will commence July 1, 2025, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.The successful applicant will demonstrate a primary commitment to undergraduate teaching. Applicants must be qualified to teach and develop senior-level courses in ecology. A Ph.D. in Biology (or a closely related discipline) is required. Expertise in community and/or population ecology and a strong background in quantitative ecology will be considered assets. The successful candidate will develop/maintain an active research program. The ability to involve undergraduate students in research and potential for success in obtaining external funding will be considered assets.There are two work patterns at Mount Royal University. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) focuses onteaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) focuses on teaching and service only. The successful candidate for this role will be hired into the teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS). There is the option to change work patterns after tenure.For further information, contact Dr. Jonathan Mee, Chair, Department of Biology at (403) 440-5150 or [email protected].What We OfferTalented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.Our campus offers the convenience of a medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.Closing Date: 22 November 2024A complete application package should include:

• cover letter (2 pages maximum);
• curriculum vitae – including academic background, list of courses taught, research outputs (e.g., publications, presentations), awards and grants, outreach activities, and service roles;
• contact information for three (3) references;
• a teaching dossier that includes your teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching excellence (2 pages maximum for teaching philosophy);
• a statement describing challenges related to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within the fields of ecology and evolution, as well as describing specific actions you will take to support an inclusive teaching and research environment in the Department of Biology at Mount Royal University;
• a statement of research describing a program you will develop within the context of the strictly undergraduate setting of Mount Royal University (2 pages maximum).

Provide all the materials in your application package in a single .pdf document. Title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]-[First name or initial]-[Requisition Number].pdf (ex. Smith-J-998373.pdf).If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on your accommodation request.We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally eligible to work in Canada will be given priority. Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. For more information, please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.

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