Professor, Life Sciences

[JESmith]

Reporting to the Dean, School of Interdisciplinary Studies, the incumbent facilitates the delivery of a range of courses in the interdisciplinary programs onsite at the Belleville campus. The incumbent will incorporate a variety of teaching, learning and assessment strategies to meet the needs of learners. The incumbent will also participate in research and scholarship initiatives. In addition, the Professor will have the opportunity to provide academic leadership in the coordination of courses and/or programs in accordance with the collective agreement and College procedures.

PROFESSOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Implements a range of delivery strategies, which complements the varied learning styles represented in a current college classroom and encourages a cooperative learning climate, incorporating evidence-based practice and best practice guidelines
• Develops and implements course learning outcomes and assessment strategies, ensuring program goals are reflected
• Defines, evaluates, and validates learning outcomes for courses and programs, ensuring that students are aware of relevant learning outcomes, strategies, and assessment techniques
• Participates in the scholarship of teaching and learning and contributes to the body of knowledge of the profession through ongoing research, dissemination, and pursuit of funding to support such work
• Supports student progress in assigned courses through individual tutorial and academic counseling
• Engages in ongoing faculty development opportunities and effectively liaises with colleagues and other College and community and industry partners to maintain a collaborative and relevant learning environment
• Contributes to program development by participating in the Provincial Program Review processes
• Assists in program awareness and program recruitment activities
• Assists with the creation and supervision of student field placements as assigned
• Incorporates appropriate technological tools that support the learning environment

QUALIFICATIONS:
• A relevant combination of education and experience, normally acquired through completion of Bachelor of Science with five (5) years of recent, relevant, and progressive industry experience and five (5) years recent and relevant post-secondary teaching experience. A Master’s in a related field would be considered an asset
• Experience facilitating courses related to life sciences, science communication, research and analytics, and good laboratory practices
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across various program disciplines
• A demonstrated ability to create a safe and inclusive space that meets the learning needs of a diverse student population
• A demonstrated ability to envision, design, and execute creative and stimulating learning activities, coupled with the capacity to develop comprehensive curriculum frameworks that cater to diverse learning styles and academic needs
• A demonstrated understanding of the principles of adult learning along with experience teaching adult learners and developing curriculum; previous teaching experience particularly in the college environment is an asset
• A demonstrated ability to work within a collaborative environment as evidenced through a strong network of contacts with other professionals, agencies, and employers
• Computer literacy and a willingness to learn and utilize learning tools (such as Canvas) employed at the college to enhance student success