Assistant Professor, Information Design - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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Job TitleAssistant Professor, Information DesignRequisition #998974Job TypeLimited Term (for any group)Position End Date (if applicable)Location:MRU 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. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, nearly 15,000 credit students choose from 12 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.Mount Royal University 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. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.Mount Royal University 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.Faculty Position in the Department of Information DesignThe Department of Information Design, Faculty of Business and Communication Studies at Mount Royal University invites applications for 24 month limited term position which will commence Aug 15, 2021, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.About the Faculty of Business and Communication StudiesThe Faculty of Business and Communications Studies (FBCS) is composed of the Bissett School of Business and the School of Communication Studies. The School of Business hosts four departments: General Management & Human Resources, Accounting & Finance, International Business & Supply Chain Management, and Entrepreneurship, Marketing & Social Innovation. The School of Communication Studies consists of four departments: Public Relation, Information Design, Broadcast Media Studies, and Journalism.About Information DesignInformation designers use human-centric processes to deliver the right content, at the right time, to the right audience. A 6-course Information Design Minor is also offered to students from any faculty across campus. We offer a user-centric and research-based educational experience, that is focused on hands-on learning.In addition to supporting students in a transformative education experience, we also offer students a paid work experience between their second and third year of the program. We believe that we provide students with the skills, mindsets and opportunities that are in demand of the current knowledge economy.About the RoleThe candidate will become a key academic collaborator alongside other information design faculty to deliver transformational learning experiences for MRU students.The successful candidate will design, develop and deliver leading edge curriculum with an expectation they can contribute to courses and content focusing on:

• Principles of Design Thinking and Doing
• Systems Mapping and Journey mapping
• Systems Thinking and Change Making
• The Professional Practice of Information Design
• Instructional Design
• Information Design Work Experience Seminar

The successful candidate will be hired into the teaching/ service pattern (TS) which has a focus on teaching and service only.Qualifications

• A Ph. D. is preferred; a Master’s degree is required.
• Information design related work experience.
• A thorough understanding of the role that design thinking and innovation have in the design education experience.
• Experience of innovative curricular design is also an asset.
• Candidates should demonstrate excellence in university or college teaching, or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years at a post-secondary institution
• The ideal candidate will be able to contribute to the design and delivery of curriculum in the areas outlined earlier.
• The successful applicant must be qualified to teach introductory courses in Principles of Design Thinking and Doing, as well as senior courses in Instructional Design as well as Systems Thinking and Change Making.

For further information, contact Ben Kunz, Acting Chair, Department of Information Design at bkunz@mtroyal.ca.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 full 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, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.Due to changing Covid-19 precautions, this role may possibly require the incumbent to temporarily work from home. Access to a secure personal computer and stable internet connection is required.Closing Date: May 31, 2021If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.A complete dossier should be submitted including curriculum vitae, list of three (3) references, evidence of teaching excellence. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).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. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.Job Type: Full-time