Core Faculty
Faculty of Social Science and Humanities - Communication - UOIT10-65
Competition Number: UOIT10-65
Posting Date: May 31, 2010
Faculty: Social Sciences and Humanities (as of July 2010; formerly Faculty of Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies)
We invite you to consider joining the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), a research-intensive institution with a globally trained faculty and innovative teaching.
We are currently accepting applications for a Full Professor position in Communication. A successful new BA in Communication program was launched in 2007 and an MA in Communication is anticipated to start in 2011. In support of this rapid expansion, we invite applications for a senior faculty position from candidates with a PhD in Communication or related fields and several years of experience in administration, research and teaching (including graduate level courses and supervision). The successful candidate will take on a leadership role within the Communication program and will oversee the launch of the upcoming MA.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience with graduate programs, mentorship of faculty and graduate students, and curriculum development. In addition to academic administrative experience, the candidate should also have a strong record of research excellence in Communication Studies. All candidates with expertise and experience in various areas of Communication Studies are encouraged to apply. Currently, the BA in Communication has the following areas of concentration: Digital Media, Commerce and Marketing, Health, and Science and Technology. The Faculty of Social Science and Humanities offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication, Criminology and Justice, Legal Studies, Public Policy, and a Master of Arts (MA) in Criminology.
UOIT has a 21st-century vision of teaching and learning excellence. Our educational philosophy is to challenge, to encourage innovation, and to connect our faculty, students and the community while respecting the best practice traditions of Canada's established universities. As UOIT offers its' students a technology enhanced learning experience, some familiarity with online course delivery is an asset for this position. Our course development support teams will assist new faculty with the preparation and delivery of all course materials.
Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send electronically a formal letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, an outline of your present and future research agendas, and the names of four referees to careers@uoit.ca. Please indicate competition number UOIT10-65 in the subject line of the email.
The University Of Ontario Institute Of Technology is strongly committed to diversity within its community, and welcomes applications from qualified visible minority group members, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further the diversification of ideas. UOIT also offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live near one of the most diverse cities in the world, Toronto. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
