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Lab Instructor, Biology (9 month term)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.


If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

Forthcoming letters of recommendation may be sent directly to cleo_niedzielski@cbu.ca noting the posting reference number in the subject line of your e-mail.

All statements and letters if no designated spot listed for upload should be uploaded in the Dossier.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Lab Instructor, Biology (9 month term)
Position Number
Unit Affiliation CBUFA
Status Full‐time Limited Term
If term position, length of term 9 month
Reporting to Dean, School of Science and Technology
School School of Science & Technology
Department Biology
Job Description
The Department of Biology in the School of Science & Technology at CBU invites applications for a Full-Time Limited term position in Biology at the rank of Lab Instructor. This position will commence July 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter).

The successful candidate will perform the duties outlined in Article 25.1.2 in the CBU Faculty Association Collective Agreement. Topics of focus shall include, but may not be limited to, first year Organism and Evolutionary Biology labs, second year Principles of Ecology labs, third year Aquatic Ecology labs, and third year Animal Behaviour labs.

Refer to the CBU Academic Timetable for course descriptions.
WEBSITE: www.cbu.ca
 
Qualified candidates should send a letter of application quoting the reference number, a complete dossier including curriculum vitae, copy of academic transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a diversity statement, a complete resume and if possible three current letters of reference.

CBU teaches programs on campus, off campus in locations across and outside of Canada, and on-line. The university and its partners will therefore provide opportunities for faculty members to teach in different modes in different locations as part of their regular workload. While these opportunities may not be available equally for all faculty positions in all programs, a clear willingness to teach in different modes and locations will be noted as part of your application.
 
Applicants are expected to demonstrate potential and commitment with regard to teaching activities and service to Cape Breton University, community and profession.
Required Qualifications
Candidates shall, as a minimum requirement, possess a B.Sc. in Biology.
Preferred Qualifications
An M.Sc. in Biology is preferred.

Previous lab instructor or teaching experience at the post secondary level considered an asset but not mandatory.
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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F197P
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 04/16/2024
Job Close Date 05/15/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants

If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

Forthcoming letters of recommendation may be sent directly to cleo_niedzielski@cbu.ca noting the posting reference number in the subject line of your e-mail.

All statements and letters if no designated spot listed for upload should be uploaded in the Dossier.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Public Job Posting
    • Internal Job Posting
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Website
    • Other
  2. Are you a current employee of the university?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Post-Secondary Diploma
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Letter of Application
  2. Resume
  3. List of References
  4. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
  5. Statement of Teaching Interests
  6. 1st Letter of Reference
  7. 2nd Letter of Reference
Optional Documents
  1. 3rd Letter of Reference
  2. Dossier (Combined Documents Only)
  3. Academic Transcripts