Department of Mathematical Sciences

Category: 
Limited Term Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Georgian - Barrie
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 - 11:59pm

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Reference # SES-2024-25-06

Lakehead University, Barrie Campus, invites applications for a Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 15, 2024.

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level with an excellent teaching record and demonstrated potential for scholarly research. Candidates for the position should possess or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of course delivery is highly desired.

We are looking for a candidate with the ability to teach Math in support of several programs in the Lakehead-Georgian Partnership (primarily the Electrical Engineering and Computer Science programs) at Lakehead University (Barrie) campus. Lakehead offers innovative, four-year combined degree-diploma programs with Georgian College in Barrie. Our programs offer students the opportunity to earn a university degree and college diploma in four years of full-time study. Our innovative degree-diploma programs integrate theoretical learning with a blend of applied skills students need to be job-ready. For further information, please visit:www.lakeheadgeorgian.ca.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Tianxuan Miao (tmiao@lakeheadu.ca). Detailed information on the Department of Mathematical Sciences and our programs is available at: www.math.lakeheadu.ca.

Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # SES-2024-25-06 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

Dr. Todd Randall 
Dean, Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Email: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Department of Geology

Category: 
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
Application Deadline: 
Monday, May 27, 2024 - 11:59pm

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin May 27, 2024  

Department of Geology
Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies

Reference # SES-2024-25-05

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the general area of sedimentology and stratigraphyin the Department of Geology. The position will commence on August 1, 2024, or no later than January 1, 2025.   

The Department is home to five tenured and tenure-track faculty members in the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies, and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Geology, Environmental Earth Science, and Water Resource Science. It has a well-established national and international research reputation with strengths in economic geology, geochemistry, petrology, structural geology, tectonics, early Earth ocean-atmosphere-terrestrial systems, and biogeochemistry. We are a small department with a dynamic focus on experiential learning and have strong connections with local industry and government.  Lakehead University has several centralized labs to support research, including the Lakehead University Environmental Laboratory, and the Lakehead University Instrumentation Lab.  Instrumentation available for the successful candidate’s use includes ICP-OES and MS, a high-resolution FESEM-EDX system, TEM, XRD, a fluid inclusion stage with IR, several spectroscopy systems, state of the art microscopes with digital imagers, and assorted other instrumentation and equipment to support field activities.  Also available to the successful candidate is access to the department’s lapidary facility, which is staffed by two full-time technicians.

We especially welcome applicants with research interests in the broad area of sedimentary geology and/or stratigraphy in modern and/or ancient sedimentary environments who use a multi-disciplinary approach, including geochemical and field-based analyses.  Anticipated areas of specialization could include carbonate or clastic sedimentology applied to depositional systems analysis, basin analysis, sequence stratigraphy, and/or early Earth ocean-atmosphere evolution. An ability to collaborate with existing faculty members tectonics, geochemistry and/or sedimentology of critical metal systems are assets.

Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. in geology, and a proven record of excellence in research and teaching.  The successful applicant will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sedimentology and establish an internationally recognized, externally funded research program. Additional to sedimentology, teaching may include courses in introductory geology, Earth and life evolution, and field school. Other duties include student mentorship and supervision, and professional service for the department, the University, and the community.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Andrew Conly, Chair of Geology (andrew.conly@lakeheadu.ca). Detailed information on the Department is available through the website of the Department of Geology (https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/geology).

Review of applications will begin on May 27, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # SES-2024-25-05 should include:

  • a letter of interest,
  • curriculum vitae,
  • evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy, plus course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously taught courses if applicable),
  • a statement of a research plan (2-pages on current and future interests),
  • copies of the three most significant publications,
  • the names and contact information of three references.
  • and a completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

Dr. Todd Randall, Dean
Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Email: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Department of Biology

Category: 
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
Application Deadline: 
Thursday, May 30, 2024 - 11:59pm

Application Deadline: May 30, 2024

Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
Department of Biology

Reference #SES-2024-25-04

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies, Department of Biology.  The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2024.

The Department of Biology at Lakehead University invites applications for a tenure track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in the molecular evolution of plants. The individual will establish a dynamic and externally funded program of research at Lakehead University’s Thunder Bay campus. The successful candidate will have interest and expertise in teaching courses in basic and advanced genetics, Indigenous ethnobotany, and supervise graduate and undergraduate research students in their field of interest. The Department of Biology has one of the largest undergraduate enrolments on campus. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2024.

For consideration, candidates will have (at the time of appointment):

  • An earned Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from a recognized Ph.D. granting institution, ideally with relevant postdoctoral research experience;
  • A successful track record of high-quality research, and research communication through both traditional and non-traditional venues;
  • A demonstrated commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels;
  • Desire and ability to help build enrollment at the undergraduate and graduate levels through recruitment of students to conduct research;
  • Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of course delivery is highly desired.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

The Department of Biology at Lakehead University has a dynamic group of interdisciplinary researchers with active field and laboratory research programs in ecology, evolution, molecular biology. Several government and not-for-profit organizations located in Thunder Bay offer significant opportunities for collaborative research, including the Centre for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research (CNFER) of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and the Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada. Lakehead University is also a member of the Ontario Universities Program in Field Biology (www.oupfb.ca) which provides exceptional opportunities for field-based instruction. Lakehead University has several centralized labs to support research, including the Lakehead University Environmental Laboratory, the Lakehead University Instrumentation Lab, the Paleo DNA Laboratory for molecular-based research, and aquatic-based research through the Biology Aquatic Facility and Aquatic Toxicology Research Centre. In addition, Lakehead supports the Agricultural Research Station (LUARS) which provides exceptional opportunities for experimental research only minutes from campus.

For further information, please contact Dr. Azim Mallik, Chair of Biology (amallik@lakeheadu.ca). Detailed information on the Department is available through the website of the Department of Biology (https://www.lakeheadu.ca/biology).

Review of applications will begin on May 30, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference #SES-2024-25-04 should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a 2-page statement of research interests outlining activities the candidate would undertake as a Lakehead faculty member, and a teaching dossier outlining the candidate’s teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness and teaching experience, highlighting experiential learning and online or alternative modes of course delivery where relevant, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously taught courses if available, and a one-page statement outlining the candidate's understanding and commitment to developing an equitable, diverse and inclusive research and teaching environment.. Additionally, candidates should provide the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package.

Applicants should submit their electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

Dr. Todd Randall, Dean
Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1
Email: to applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Category: 
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 - 11:59pm

Department of Mathematical Sciences Tenure Track Appointment (Teaching Focused)

Reference # SES-2024-25-03

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for a tenure-track position (teaching focused) at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2024.

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level with an excellent teaching record. While the primary focus of this position is on teaching, the successful candidate is also expected to contribute to the broader goals and activities of the Department, including administrative service and program and course development. Candidates for the position should possess or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of course delivery is highly desired.

Candidates should provide evidence of performance and potential as an instructor of teaching university courses, which can include past teaching experience, demonstration of teaching effectiveness, examples of innovative approaches to teaching, supervision of students and teaching assistants, and ability and potential to participate in and contribute to the development of the Department's courses and programs. The successful applicant will also contribute to the service activities of the Department and the University. Candidates should provide evidence of previous contributions to department, faculty, or university activities, including community outreach and any contributions to the discipline or profession. While the position is focused on teaching undergraduate courses, strong record on research will also be considered an asset.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Tianxuan Miao (tmiao@lakeheadu.ca). Detailed information on the Department of Mathematical Sciences and our programs is available at: www.math.lakeheadu.ca.

Review of applications will begin on May 30, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # SES-2024-25-03 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research record, copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

Dr. Todd Randall 
Dean, Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Email: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Department of Psychology

Category: 
Limited Term Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Orillia
Application Deadline: 
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 - 11:59pm

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on May 1st, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Department of Psychology

Reference # HBS-2024-25-07

Lakehead University, Orillia Campus, invites applications for a Limited Term Appointment in the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences/Department of Psychology. This is a 1-3 year-long position dependent on experience of the successful applicant. The teaching duties for this position consist of up to six undergraduate courses distributed over 2 academic semesters. The position will commence on August 1st, 2024.

The successful candidate will:

  1. Hold a doctorate degree in psychology or related discipline before starting the position;
  2. Demonstrate commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level 
  3. We are particularly seeking candidates with the ability to teach any of the following courses:
    1. Introductory Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Neuroscience, Cognition, Social psychology, Child and/or Adult Development
    2. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired.
    3. Demonstrated a commitment to research and scholarship by providing evidence of peer-reviewed academic publications, academic conference presentations, and/or knowledge translation activities;
    4. Demonstrated commitments to equity, diversity, decolonization, inclusion, belonging, and social justice.

The Department of Psychology is located on both the Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses with this position being located at the Orillia campus. The HBA Psychology degree at the Orillia campus was recently launched in 2022 and this position will contribute to the growth and development of this new program.

The Psychology Department offers at the Thunder Bay campus both arts and science undergraduate programs, graduate programs in Psychological Science (MSc and PhD), MA Clinical Psychology, and CPA-accredited PhD Clinical Psychology programs.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Rupert Klein, Chair of the Department of Psychology at (807) 343-8535 or via email at rgklein@lakeheadu.ca. Detailed information on the Department of Psychology and our programs is available at: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/psychology.

The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # HBS-2024-25-07 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, statement of experience with and approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Attn: Dr. Mirella Stroink, Dean
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay ON P7B 5E1
e-mail: fhbs@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

School of Nursing

Category: 
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
Application Deadline: 
Monday, April 29, 2024 - 11:59pm

Application Deadline: The review of applications will start on April 30, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences

School of Nursing

Reference # HBS-2024-25-04

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one (1) full-time, tenure track faculty appointment in the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences/School of Nursing. The successful candidate(s) will engage in a combination of teaching, research, and service duties in line with their appointed rank. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence as early as August 1, 2024.

The preferred candidates will have:

       i.          An earned Ph.D. or Ph.D. in progress will also be considered.

      ii.          An unrestricted license as an RN (General or Extended Class) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is preferred, however non-RN candidates with relevant academic qualifications, and teaching and service contributions will be considered;

    iii.          At least one graduate degree in Nursing or health related discipline is preferred;

    iv.          Demonstrated commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels and evidence of an effective and established teaching record, and of educational leadership and/or mentorship;

     v.          Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired. Experience with remote and distance delivery teaching and technology is an asset;

    vi.          Demonstrated commitment to research and scholarship; evidence of peer-reviewed academic publications, academic conference presentations, potential to secure external funding, and knowledge translation activities. Experience integrating research evidence into teaching;

  vii.          The potential to make service contributions to the Department and to the Nursing profession. The ability to provide leadership and work collaboratively with others;

    viii.          Demonstrated commitments to equity, diversity, decolonization, inclusion, belonging, and social justice.

Candidates with expertise in undergraduate anatomy and physiology, nursing ethics, pharmacology, maternal/infant health, child/youth health, mental health, and graduate level nursing theory/philosophy and diversity/equity/social justice are needed, however all areas of expertise are welcome to apply.

Lakehead University School of Nursing currently offers fully accredited and innovative programs in undergraduate and graduate nursing education within the multidisciplinary environment of Lakehead University on the Thunder Bay campus. The School offers Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree programs as well as a Master in Nursing (MN) program, with Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Nursing specializations. Drawing on Lakehead University’s strengths, the School of Nursing has a mission to lead nursing education and scholarship in the promotion of health in Northwestern Ontario and beyond. We have a values-based curriculum rooted in relational practice. We are deeply committed to achieving our four strategic goals, which include: 1) fostering excellence in teaching and learning; 2) supporting social justice, equity, diversity and inclusivity; 3) cultivating research, scholarship and creative activities; and, 4) nurturing partnerships.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Kristen Jones-Bonofiglio, Director of the School of Nursing at Kristen.Jones@lakeheadu.ca or at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8079 Detailed information on the School of Nursing and our programs is available at: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/nursing

Review of applications will begin on April 30, 2024 and continue until the position(s) is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # HBS-2024-25-04should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. Applicants are encouraged to include information about the strengths and experiences contributing to EDI and social justice in a previous institutional environment, in curriculum and teaching, in research, in service, and/or in supporting students.  A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package.

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Attn: Dr. Mirella Stroink, Dean
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay ON P7B 5E1
e-mail: fhbs@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. In relation to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), the School of Nursing recognizes its responsibility and commitment to fully supporting Indigenous applicants and applicants who identify as members of equity-deserving groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

School of Social Work

Category: 
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Orillia
Application Deadline: 
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - 11:59pm

Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences/ School of Social Work

Reference # HBS-2024-25-06 

Lakehead University, Orillia Campus, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences/ School of Social Work.

The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2024.

“Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired.”

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD (or ABD) in Social Work, or PhD in a related discipline together with an MSW degree, demonstrated ability to conduct impactful research and publish in peer-reviewed journals, and ability to teach at the BSW and MSW levels. The range of courses is broad but some specific areas for teaching may include macro social work theory, social policy, clinical social work practice, social work practice theory, interviewing, and communication skills, child welfare, Indigenous social work, among others. The applicant should have the ability to teach generalist social work practice that integrates practical learning and have experience with graduate supervision. Applicants should also have a personal and professional commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Our program is primarily an in-person program; however, experience with online or alternative modes of delivery is advantageous.

For further information, please contact Dr. Les Fleischer at lfleisch@lakeheadu.ca. or (705) 330-4010, ext. 2703. Detailed information on the School of Social Work and our programs is available at:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/academics/departments/social-workhttps://www.la...

Review of applications will begin on April 29, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Dr. Mirella Stroink
Dean, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1
Email: fhbs@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements. 

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Department of Psychology

Category: 
Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Campus: 
Thunder Bay
Application Deadline: 
Sunday, May 5, 2024 - 11:59pm

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on May 6th, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Department of Psychology
Reference #HBS-2024-25-05

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences/ Department of Psychology. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2024.

The successful candidate will:

  1. Hold a doctorate degree in psychology in any field (including clinical psychology) before starting the position.
  2. Show evidence of an active research program in Psychology; ideally, the candidate will have demonstrated expertise in Research Methodology (Qualitative and/or Quantitative) and Statistics.    
  3. Demonstrate research productivity and the capacity to develop a strong independent research program that expands and/or complements the range of current faculty research interests and expertise, and attract external research funding;
  4. Have demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses broadly related to their area of expertise and have evidence of an effective teaching record.
  5. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired.
  6. Be able to supervise undergraduate and graduate student research and contribute to the service and administrative activities of the department and the university
  7. Demonstrated commitments to equity, diversity, decolonization, inclusion, belonging, and social justice.

The Department of Psychology is located on both the Thunder Bay and Orillia campus with this position being located at the Thunder Bay campus. Thunder Bay is located on Lake Superior in beautiful Northwestern Ontario; home to affordable living; thriving food and arts communities; and four-season, world class outdoor recreation (https://vimeo.com/484127771 ). The Department offers arts and science undergraduate programs, graduate programs in Psychological Science (MSc and PhD), MA Clinical Psychology, and CPA-accredited PhD Clinical Psychology programs at the Thunder Bay campus and an HBA psychology program at the Orillia campus.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Rupert Klein, Chair of the Department of Psychology at (807) 343-8535 or via email at rgklein@lakeheadu.ca. Detailed information on the Department of Psychology and our programs is available at: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/psychology.

The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # HBS-2024-25-05 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, statement of experience with and approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Attn: Dr. Mirella Stroink, Dean
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay ON P7B 5E1
e-mail: fhbs@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343-8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

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