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Begin forwarded message: From: CAGList Moderator <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> Subject: [Caglist] Corrected - Carleton University, Department of Geography, Entry-Level, Tenure-Track Appointment in Urban Geography Date: November 28, 2012 7:49:22 PM GMT+01:00 To: CAGLIST <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> Moderator Note: A coding error in the position announcement posted for the Carleton University Department of Geography earlier this morning prevented the second paragraph from being seen. If this position is of interest, I encourage you to be sure and view the corrected version below and on the caglist jobs website. Apologies (again!) to the folks at Carleton. Dan ________________________________________________________________ Carleton University Department of Geography Entry-Level, Tenure-Track Appointment in Urban Geography http://www.geog.uvic.ca/dept/cag/jobs.htm#L1062 Carleton University’s Department of Geography and Environmental Studies invites applications for an entry-level, tenure-track appointment in Urban Geography, commencing on July 1, 2013. The Department is requesting applications from individuals who are able to teach core and other courses relating to urban geography, augment existing teaching and research strengths in this area within the Department and more generally at Carleton, and provide research leadership in one or more of the following realms: 1) urban geographies of social exclusion; 2) uneven urban development; 3) urban governance and policy studies; 4) urban mobilities and infrastructure; and 5) urban environments and health. The successful applicant will be required to develop an externally funded program of research in one or more of the designated areas, including funding to support graduate students. The ability to develop and deliver multi-media instruction as well as undergraduate research methods courses will be an asset. Applicants must have recently graduated with a Ph.D., or be in the final stages of completing their Doctoral degree, in geography, environmental studies, or a related discipline with a focus on urbanization, demonstrate their commitment to excellence in teaching and research, and be committed to developing a strong program of research and scholarship as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications. Applicants should consult the Department’s web site at www.carleton.ca/geography<http://www.carleton.ca/geography> for details on current research activities and course offerings. Information on Carleton’s strategic interests is available from www1.carleton.ca/about/strategic-plan/<http://www1.carleton.ca/about/strategic-plan/> and http://www1.carleton.ca/provost/academicplan/ Carleton’s Department of Geography and Environmental Studies (DGES) delivers five undergraduate programs (B.A. in Environmental Studies, B.A. and B.Sc. in Geography, B.A. and B.Sc. in Geomatics) and three graduate programs in Geography (M.A., M.Sc .and Ph.D.). It is home to about 450 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate students, and the Department is committed to teaching and research that focuses on theoretical and applied aspects of interdisciplinary scholarship. DGES is in the midst of a significant period of renewal and is seeking an individual who is eager and committed to participating in an on-going renewal process as well as contributing to its Human Geography and Environmental Studies programs. Applications for this entry-level appointment must include: a curriculum vitae; a teaching portfolio that includes relevant experience, evidence of teaching innovation and performance, and pedagogical approaches to teaching; a summary statement of research interests and experience; up to three research publication reprints; and co-ordinates for three referees. Please submit a hard copy of your application to: Department of Geography and Environmental Studies Urban Geographer Search Committee B349 Loeb Building Carleton University 1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5B6, Canada Applications submitted by email will not be considered. Questions about this position should be directed to the Departmental Chair at [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> with “Urban Geography Appointment” in the subject line or call the Chair at 613-520-2560. The deadline for applications is December 14, 2012 or until the position is staffed. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Carleton University is a dynamic research and teaching institution with a tradition of leading change. Its internationally recognized faculty, staff, and researchers provide more than 26,000 full- and part-time students from every province and more than 100 countries around the world with academic opportunities in more than 80 programs of study. Carleton’s creative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to research has led to many significant discoveries and creative work in science and technology, business, public policy and administration, and the arts. Minutes from downtown, Carleton University is located on a beautiful campus in the central portion of Ottawa, bordered by the Rideau River on one side, and the Rideau Canal on the other. With over 12 national museums and the spectacular Gatineau Park close by, there are many excellent recreational opportunities for individuals and families to enjoy. The City of Ottawa itself, with a population of almost one million, is Canada’s capital city and reflects the country’s bilingual and multicultural character. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides many opportunities for research with groups and institutions that reflect the diversity of the country. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval -- ___________________________________________ Dan Smith CAGList Moderator http://www.cag-acg.ca/en/ _______________________________________________ CAGList mailing list [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/caglist
