Contractually Limited Appointment - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University

McMaster University

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Hamilton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the lands protected by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement.

Position Description

Applicants must have the ability to teach social sciences courses which cut across the curricula of gerontology, aging studies, and health studies and have demonstrated familiarity with research methods for the social sciences.

The successful applicant must have a PhD in an appropriate discipline in the Social Sciences, or with an appropriate specialization in the Social Sciences, ideally with expertise in health and/or aging, or a related discipline, by the time of the appointment.

The applicant must also demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching and a willingness and ability to contribute to the department's collegial and collaborative intellectual community as well as university-wide inclusive excellence goals and priorities.

The successful applicant will teach undergraduate level courses, typically seven 3-unit courses over two terms, which could include large introductory courses and some courses offered in the evening.

McMaster University is a globally renowned institution of higher learning and a research community committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being.

McMaster has a vision to achieve international distinction for creativity, innovation, and excellence as a student-centered, research-intensive university.

McMaster's Faculty of Social Sciences comprises over 130 faculty members advancing education and research in collaboration with one or more of the Faculty's 13 schools, departments and program areas.

Its disciplines are preparing societal leaders to respond to economic, political, and cultural shifts in Canada and abroad. Discover more about the Faculty of Social Sciences and the City of Hamilton.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.

In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

How to Apply:

Dr. Michel Grignon, Department Chair
Department of Health, Aging & Society
KTH 22- McMaster University, 1280 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON L8S 4M4

a brief statement describing any contributions you have made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research, or service within higher education, community-based or other profession settings (2-page maximum);
a list of courses that the applicant has taught and/or could teach at the first-, second-, third-, and fourth-year levels, along with a sample course outline;
letters of recommendation from three referees

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

How To Apply

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.

In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
Human Resources Service Centre at ext. 222-HR , or
Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.