University of British Columbia

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The Vancouver School of Economics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus, invites applications for a tenure-track teaching and educational leadership position at the rank of Instructor. Starting date: July 1, 2017. The Instructor is expected to teach a full course load per year, including introductory and/or intermediate economics and specialized undergraduate field courses. Positions are subject to final budgetary approval.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
Candidates are expected to have a PhD in Economics before commencing the position, and have experience in teaching undergraduate courses. The area of specialization is open; however, expertise and experience in teaching macroeconomics or international economics would be an asset. Individuals with a proven track record of excellence in teaching economics and academic supervision of undergraduate economics students are encouraged to apply. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to educational leadership, including curriculum development and course design.  Experience in pedagogical research, economics curriculum development,the integration of innovative teaching practices and technologies in the curriculum, and experience with professional associations supporting economics education, is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an excellent record of teaching and service.  Service will include responsibility for administrative work related to the undergraduate program in the School.
This is a tenure-track position and the successful candidate will be reviewed for reappointment, tenure, and promotion in subsequent years, in accordance with the Collective Agreement. For a description of the Instructor rank and criteria for reappointment and promotion, visit: http://www.hr.ubc.ca/faculty-relations/collective-agreements/appointment-faculty/.

Application instructions are available on our website at http://www.economics.ubc.ca. Applications will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, orientation and philosophy, evidence of teaching abilities and effectiveness (such as course outlines and student evaluations), and three confidential letters of recommendation submitted directly by the referees. All application materials and reference letters should be submitted by November 30, 2016.   Review of applications will begin immediately following this date.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.  We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.