ANS Assistant Professor University Instructor 22-129 - Jobs in Thompson, MB

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UCN acknowledges that we are on thetraditional territories and homelands of manyIndigenous peoples, who have existed heresince time immemorial. The First Nations in thearea that UCN serves entered into treatyrelationships with the Crown and the territoryhas also become home to other Indigenouspeoples. We uphold the treaties and collaboratewith all Indigenous peoples to share truth,reconciliation and learning.COMPETITION NUMBER22-129CLOSING DATEDecember 7, 2022; however,will remain open until filledSALARY RANGECommensurate with rank,qualifications and experienceas per the collectiveagreement. Faculty SalaryScales can be viewedat www.ucn.caPOSITIONCLASSIFICATIONAssistant Professor orUniversity InstructorPOSITION LOCATIONThompson, ManitobaPOSITION TYPEFull-Time, RegularPositionAPPLY TOUniversity College of theNorth,Attention: Human ResourcesP.O. Box 3000Fax: (204) 623-4414Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca (PDFpreferred format)ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/UNIVERSITY INSTRUCTORABORIGINAL AND NORTHERN STUDIESFaculty of Arts, Business, & ScienceUniversity College of the North (UCN) is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northerncommunities and its people offering more than 40 academic degree, diploma, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe,welcoming, and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We offer a generous Total CompensationPackage including health benefits, a great pension plan, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth.DUTIESUniversity College of the North (UCN) requires an Assistant Professor/University Instructor to teach in to the Aboriginal and NorthernStudies program at the Thompson Campus. Reporting to the Dean, Faculty of Arts, Business, and Science, instructors are responsiblefor the development and delivery of culturally relevant curriculum, instructional practices, and assessment methods. In addition to teachingduties, the Instructor will be responsible for related duties including classroom management, student supervision, maintenance of studentrecords and grades, curriculum refinement, and other administrative tasks.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS• PhD in Aboriginal/Northern Studies required to be considered for Assistant Professor classification

• Master’s degree in Aboriginal/Northern Studies or relevant combination of education and experience required to be considered for

University Instructor classification

• Knowledge and experience teaching Aboriginal rights, law, and politics
• Demonstrated creative and culturally relevant instructional practices with adults and Indigenous learners
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong critical thinking and leadership skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Effective communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Commitment to life-long learning

ASSETS• Experience and/or knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures

• Ability to teach Indigenous Research Methods
• Experience teaching introductory Aboriginal/Northern Studies to upper-level Aboriginal/Northern Studies courses
• Demonstrated experience teaching Indigenous and adult learners at the post-secondary level
• Experience teaching in an online/virtual environment using various Learning Management Systems (Adobe, Zoom, Desire to Learn,

etc.)CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in CanadaInterested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a teaching dossier, andthree references. Applicants must demonstrate in their letter of application and curriculum vitae how they meet the qualifications.UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenouscandidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their letter of application if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples,persons with disabilities, visible minorities, or women and men in non-traditional roles. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply;however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part ofthe application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applyingWe thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, includingreferences, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.caQuick Apply

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