Assistant Lecturer in Agricultural Economics

University of Alberta

Assistant Lecturer in Agricultural Economics

University of Alberta

Competition 2182

Department

Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sci - Resource Economics & Environmental Sociology

Closing date

May 7, 2025

Position Type

Full Time - Operating Funded

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 https://www.ualberta.ca/human-resources-health-safety-environment/media-library/my-employment/agreements/schedule-d-academic-teaching-staff-2020-2024.pdf before considering external candidates. Please login to verify your internal candidate status.

The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology invites applications for a 3-year, full-time academic teaching staff (ATS, Assistant Lecturer) position. This position offers a comprehensivehttps://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/benefits-and-pay/benefits-and-pension/benefits-overview/index.html and a salary that will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/media-library/my-employment/agreements/schedule-d-academic-teaching-staff-2020-2024.pdf

Location - 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, Metis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples 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. https://www.careers.ualberta.ca/.

Working for the Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology

The Department of Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology has a history of producing high-quality research on relevant topics pertaining to agricultural, resource and environmental economics. The Department includes a group of highly reputable scholars and a vibrant graduate studies program with approximately 60 graduate students. Department members are engaged in several undergraduate programs in the Faculty, including a BA in environmental studies and a BSc in environmental and conservation science. The department offers master (thesis- and course-based) and doctoral degrees in agricultural and resource economics, rural and environmental sociology, and an interdisciplinary degree in risk and community resilience. The successful candidate will contribute to these undergraduate and graduate programs and build new areas of expertise both individually and as part of collaborative teams composed of people within and outside academia.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position involves teaching up to 8 courses (e.g., 4 courses in the Fall term, 3 courses in the Winter term, and 1 course in the Summer term). Teaching may involve undergraduate and graduate courses.
• The successful candidate will provide leadership to our growing 12-month course-based master's program by providing support for student recruitment, mentorship and program completion. The appointee must be able to contribute to teaching the following courses:

• AREC 323 Introduction to Management for Agri-Food, Environmental, and Forestry Business
• AREC 365 Natural Resources Economics
• AREC 900 Directed Research Project

Qualifications

• PhD degree in the field of Agricultural and Resource Economics, Economics or a related discipline.
• Experience in undergraduate-level teaching and relevant teaching and student mentoring experience in a classroom setting.
• A strong understanding of university pedagogy, student-centred learning techniques and experiential learning approaches.
• The desire to build a university career focused on student education for professional careers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and engage with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit the following in a single .PDF document:

• Cover Letter outlining your qualifications and teaching philosophy

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) with teaching experience

• Contact information for three professional references.

• A statement on how the candidate intends to incorporate principles of access, community and belonging (or Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI)) into their plans for teaching, research and service

• Copies of relevant academic transcripts, teaching evaluations and certifications.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6129162

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.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. 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.

L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

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