Description
This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).
While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the university, current Academic Teaching Staff are first notified of available positions and will receive first consideration in accordance with the terms of the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement before considering external candidates. Please login to verify your internal candidate status.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement.
Location – This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
Working at the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
Working for the Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science (AFNS)
The Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science (AFNS) at the University of Alberta, is a vibrant, collegial, and unique department, the first of its kind in North America. AFNS has a mission of serving the community through excellence in teaching and research in efficient and sustainable agricultural production, value added processing, food safety and human health to promote the health and quality of life. AFNS administers a budget of about $ 38 million, including approximately $24 million in research and trust funds.
The department includes 65 academic staff, over 100 Research Associates, Postdoctoral Fellows, Adjunct Professors, visiting scientists, and 350 administrative, technical, and support staff. There are approximately 350 graduate students, and over 900 undergraduate students enrolled in the BSc in Agriculture, Animal Health, Nutrition & Food Science degree programs, administered at the Faculty level.
Position
The Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science invites applications for a 9-month Academic Teaching Staff position. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching 6 courses with a term of August 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching of Animal Science courses including but not limited to:
- AN SC 100 – Introduction to Animal Health Science
- AN SC 101 – Principles of Animal Agriculture
- AN SC 260 – Fundamentals of Animal Nutrition
- AN SC 376 – Animal Welfare
- AN SC 499 – Integrative Project in Animal Health or Animal Science
- AFNS 601 – Animal Science Seminar
Additional information about Animal Science courses can be found in the course listings of the calendar: https://calendar.ualberta.ca/
Information on the department and its programs can be found at https://www.ualberta.ca/en/agricultural-food-nutritional-science/index.html
Qualifications
- Minimum of a PhD degree in an Animal Science discipline or equivalent, or a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
- Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience, especially teaching animal science or animal health courses.
- Experience with capstone courses, scientific presentations, practical laboratories, animal handling training requirements (e.g. CCAC), working with various livestock species, familiarity with the livestock industry in Alberta, and research-oriented projects is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability to employ varied teaching strategies and approaches in classroom and barn settings, experience with web-based Learning Management Systems (e.g. Moodle, eClass, Canvas) and experience with differential teaching formats including in-classroom, remote learning, online learning, and hybrid teaching is considered an asset.
How to Apply
To apply, please select the Apply Online icon below and submit the following as ONE attachment in PDF format:
Please provide a C.V. and a cover letter outlining your teaching experience and philosophy. Please include the names of two references who are willing and able to evaluate your teaching experience and abilities and copies of relevant academic transcripts, teaching evaluations and/or certifications.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight March 11, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.
