University Canada West is committed to the principle of employment equality. Acquired by Global University Systems (GUS), a European leader in private sector Higher Education, the University offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Associate of Arts and Masters in Business Administration degrees both face-to-face in our downtown Vancouver campuses and online. Our degrees follow respected Canadian traditions and standards and are approved and regulated by the Ministry of Advanced Education of the Province of British Columbia.
“I realized that I love how post-secondary education can invite people to think in deeper and more complex ways about the world around them. I get to help people do so with both teaching and research,”
Dr. Kaye Hare, Assistant Professor, Department of Arts, Communications and Social Sciences
Faculty Positions
We are a teaching-intensive university, so evidence of teaching excellence is a definite asset. We support research by our faculty, insofar as it supports great teaching and intellectual development. We require all faculty to be active scholars but we also offer an escape from the “publish or perish” lifestyle forced on faculty at many universities. Applicants for faculty positions should have a related doctoral degree, or at minimum a Master’s degree, with relevant post-secondary teaching and work experience.
How to apply for a faculty position
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three references to:
[email protected]
T. 1-877-431-6887
Staff Positions
We recognize that the spirit and energy of our support staff are key contributors to our rich learning community. Full-time and contract staff members work in a positive work environment with strong support from all of our academic faculties and administrative departments.
How to apply for a staff position
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resumé and the names of three references to:
[email protected]
T. 1-877-431-6887
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. University Canada West is committed to the principle of employment equity.
Student Positions
UCW is committed to hiring current students for roles within the University.
How to apply for a student position
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resumé to:
[email protected]
T. 1-877-431-6887
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Currently Available Positions:
Faculty
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Accounting:
- ACCT 621: Accounting for Managers
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [ACCT 621: Accounting for Managers] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Professional accounting designation (Canadian CPA preferred), may be exempted with a doctorate degree
- A strong working knowledge of both financial and management accounting
- Relevant tax, audit, or business management experience to supplement theoretical understanding within the course resources
- Able to raise accounting/finance concepts up to an MBA level and assess students appropriately
- Able to creatively deliver a learning experience that integrates accounting and finance knowledge with other business disciplines, including Human Resource Management, Marketing, and Business Strategy
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on February 18, 2022.Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Accounting:
- ACCT 101: Financial Accounting
- ACCT 307: Income Taxation
- ACCT 340: Intermediate Financial Reporting I
- ACCT 341: Intermediate Financial Reporting II
- ACCT 401: Strategic Managerial Accounting
- ACCT 440: Advanced Financial Reporting
- ACCT 103: Financial Accounting Applications
- ACCT 140: Accounting Principles
- ACCT 210: Sage 50
- ACCT 220: QuickBooks
- ACCT 230: Business Taxation
- ACCT 301: Managerial Accounting I
- ACCT 303: Managerial Accounting II
- ACCT 305: Auditing & Assurance
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Accounting Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- D. in Accounting or DBA
- Five years or more industry experience or demonstrated teaching excellence
- Submission of a research paper, which can be on pedagogy
- CFA, CPA or equivalent professional designation desired
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected]
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Anthropology:
ANTH 102: Introduction to Anthropology
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Anthropology Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- D. in Anthropology or applicants who will have successfully defended the Ph.D. dissertation by the position start date
- A strong background in ethnographic research methods and engagement with critical approaches to health, race, decolonization, and globalization
- A combination of an MA in Anthropology with relevant professional experience in Indigenous cultural and/or community engagement will also be considered
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Business:
- BUSI 201: Business Environment
- BUSI 301: Entrepreneurship
- BUSI 321: International Business from a Global Perspective
- BUSI 401: Strategy & Decision Making
- BUSI 496: Sustainable Business Practices
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Business Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree or MBA with a relevant specialization; Ph.D. or DBA is preferred
- Five years or more current and related teaching in a post-secondary setting, including several years in industry
- Track record of building small businesses, raising capital, and developing business plans preferred
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Business Analytics:
- BUSI 650: Business Analytics
- BUSI 651: Machine Learning
- BUSI 652: Predictive Analytics: What works?
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s Degree in Data science, Computing Science or Software Engineering, or equivalent education from a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD in Data Modeling, engineering with relevant knowledge
- 5+ years’ experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Business Analytics Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies:
- Knowledge of industry aligned applications of fundamentals of machine learning, economic and social impacts of Machine Learning on society including bias, and general abilities and limitations of Machine Learning today and into the near future.
- Expert understanding of modern applications and use cases for machine learning, especially in terms of the benefits to Canadian businesses and strategic advantage.
- Proficiency with Canadian data governance and regulatory environment in the machine learning spaces.
- Advanced quantitative, data analysis, and analytical thinking skills
- Advanced knowledge in programming languages such as SQL, R, or Python
- Advanced knowledge in business intelligence tools, such as Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent
- Intermediate knowledge of database technologies such as Microsoft SQL, or No SQL databases
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Business Computing:
- CPSC 110: Computer Applications
- CPSC 111: Business Analytics
- CPSC 201: Management Information Systems
- CPSC 311: Data Visualization & Storytelling
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Business Computing Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- A doctoral degree in computer science or information technology or related
- Five years or more current and related teaching in a post-secondary setting, including several years in industry such as data analyst, data specialist, database analyst, program analyst, research associate
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Business Law:
- BUSI 325: Business Law
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Business Law Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- A law designation (LLB or JD, or LLM), plus 5 years of directly related professional experience working in a law firm primarily in corporate/ commercial and real estate law
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of BC
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Communications:
- COMM 306: Creative Non-Fiction
- COMM 310: Technical Writing and Business Communications
- COMM 312: Professional Communications
- COMM 405: Advanced Media & Communications Writing
- COMM 410: Communications Strategy
- COMM 497: Communications Capstone 1
- COMM 498: Communications Capstone 2
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Communications Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Ph.D. in English or Communications
- Masters level degree in Business Communications or related fields, preferably with a specialization in business and professional communications
- Ability to work collaboratively and productively with other instructors and staff
- Successful candidates will introduce to students the principles and application of speaking effectively to diverse audiences in a variety of settings and the fundamentals of mass communications
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on February 18, 2022.Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Digital Marketing:
- MRKT 623: Digital Marketing
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and experience in digital marketing tools.
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA in Marketing
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Digital Marketing Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- Experience in digital marketing and relevant technologies
- Expert in Content Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing analytics (Google Analytics), SEO, SEM and SMM
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Information Technology:
- CMPT 641: Digital Transformation
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (computer science, IT/MIS, Applied computing, Technology)
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
- 5+ years’ experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended, and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [CMPT 641; Digital Transformation] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Ph.D. in Computer Science, IT/MIS, DBA/Ph.D. in Technology Management
- Master’s in computer science, IT/MIS, Applied Computing, Technology
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Business:
- BUSI 645: E- Commerce
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications, and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams, and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended, and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
- 5+ years’ experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [E- Commerce] Faculty BUSI 645
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Experience in launching an E-commerce platform.
- Familiar with pay security strategies.
- Familiar with UX/UI concepts.
- Familiar with e-commerce projects promotion campaign
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 24, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Economics:
- MBAF 504: Business Economics
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Business Economics Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- Experience in leadership and managerial roles which required analyzing current economic trends and writing reports
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Economics:
- ECON 102: Microeconomics
- ECON 104: Macroeconomics
- ECON 105: Economics for Business
- ECON 201: Canadian Microeconomics policy
- ECON 202: Canadian Macroeconomics Policy
- ECON 204: Banking and Finance Market
- ECON 205: Managerial Economics
- ECON 206: Environmental Economics
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Economics Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Ph.D. in Economics
- Five years or more industry experience or demonstrated teaching excellence
- MBA in Finance, MA in Economics or related discipline
- CFA or equivalent professional designation is preferred
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on February 18, 2022.Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Entrepreneurship:
- BUSI 641: Entrepreneurship
- BUSI 660: Small Business Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with entrepreneurship background in Canada.
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline Ph.D./DBA in entrepreneurship
- 5+ years’ experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [BUSI 641 – Entrepreneurship] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Experience in entrepreneurship and Canadian entrepreneurial eco-system
- Minimum 3 years of Professional experience managing an entrepreneurial venture or startup
- Experience in mentoring students and providing support for community members interested in starting new businesses
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [BUSI 660 – Small Business Management] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Experience in entrepreneurship and Canadian entrepreneurial eco-system
- Minimum 3 years of Professional experience managing an entrepreneurial venture or small business
- Experience in mentoring students and providing support for community members interested in starting new businesses
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Business:
- BUSI 601: Ethics, CSR and Business Environment
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
- 5+ years’ experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [BUSI 601: Ethics, CSR and Business Environment] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and compencies
- Excellent understanding of the Canadian business environment and ethical decisions
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Finance:
- FNCE 623: Financial Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [FNCE 623: Financial Management] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Obtained a pass in the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) with a minimum of 2 years of experience in teaching corporate finance at the graduate level, or
- Passed CIM (Chartered Investment Manager) or similar designations from CSI, or
- Passed CSC or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and professional experience in corporate finance
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on February 25, 2022. Last updated August 3, 2023.University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Geography:
- GEOG 101: Physical Geography
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Geography Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree in a relevant area (e.g., Geography, Ecology); Ph.D. is preferred
- A successful record of teaching geography or environmental science is required along with an appreciation of Indigenous perspectives, equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Five years or more current and related teaching experience in a post-secondary setting
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- Demonstrated ability to combine hands on learning in both physical and human geography with an emphasis on the urban/city environment and climate change
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
History:
HIST 305: Canadian Urban History
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for History Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree in a relevant area (e.g., History); Ph.D. is preferred
- A successful record of teaching history in a post-secondary setting is required, with a focus on Canadian and/or urban history preferred
- Record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- Ability to work collaboratively and productively with other instructors and staff
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Human Resource Management:
- HRMT 301: Human Resource Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Human Resource Management Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Strong training and research interests in Human Resources Management with expertise in Strategic HRM (e.g., HR planning, Compensation, High Performance Work Systems) and/or Talent Analytics
- Training and research interests in Industrial Relations or micro-HRM would also be assets
- A Ph.D. or MBA in Human Resources Management or related discipline (e.g., Industrial Relations, Industrial-Organizational Psychology)
- CHRP designation is preferred
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Human Resources:
- HRMT 621 – Human Resource Management In the Global Environment
- HRMT 622 -Talent Management
- HRMT 623 -HR Strategy
- HRMT 624 -Recruiting & Retaining Talent
- HRMT 625 – Management & Employee Relations
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [HRMT 621; Human Resource Management In the Global Environment] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD or a Master in HR with HR global certification
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [HRMT 622; Talent Management] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD or a Master in HR, Leadership, Business
- Previous experience in teaching change management courses would be a distinct advantage.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [HRMT 623; HR Strategy] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD or a Master in HR, CPHR certification
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [HRMT 624; Recruiting & Retaining Talent] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD or a Master in HR, CPHR certification
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [HRMT 625; Management & Employee Relations] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD or a Master in HR, CPHR certification
Last updated March 14, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
MBA Foundation:
MBAF 501: Introducing Business & Business Communications.
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [MBAF 501: Introducing Business & Business Communications] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Industry background as director, managers or CEO with an excellent English proficiency
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Leadership:
- MGMT 601; Leadership in Global Context
- MGMT 660; Leadership and Decision Making
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Faculty MGMT 601
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD in Leadership
- Experience in leadership positions in major corporations
- Previous experience in teaching Change Management and Negotiation courses would be a distinct advantage
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Faculty MGMT 660
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- PhD in Leadership
- Experience in teaching decision making courses
- Previous experience in teaching Change Management and Negotiation courses would be a distinct advantage
Posted on February 11, 2022.
Last updated March 14, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Marketing:
- MRKT 201: Marketing Management
- MRKT 221: Service Marketing
- MRKT 223: Digital Marketing Strategy
- MRKT 225: Marketing Research
- MRKT 302: Integrated Marketing Communications
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Marketing Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree or MBA with a relevant specialization; Ph.D. is preferred
- Five years or more current and related teaching in a post-secondary setting, including several years in industry
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- Demonstrated expertise in brand strategy and marketing across all platforms and communication channels, ranging from print materials, e-mail campaigns, event promotions, advertising, and web and digital media.
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Marketing Management:
- MRKT 621: Marketing Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA in Marketing
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Note: This position includes requests for service (such as committee work and student coaching) within the university.
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Marketing Management Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- Experience in digital marketing and relevant technologies
- Canadian working experience in Marketing field.
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on February 11, 2022.Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Operations Management:
- OPMT 620: Operations Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Operations Management Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Applicants should preferably hold a Ph.D. or be near completion of their doctorate in operations research, management sciences, industrial engineering, or related fields
- Experience in manufacturing or service production management, at least ten years preferred, or strong academic background, or
- Experience in Total Quality Management or equivalent, Six Sigma Black belt or other quality systems training desired, or
- Experience in Supply Chain Management, APICS designation or equivalent, at least ten years preferred or strong academic background
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Organizational Behaviour:
- ORGB 201: Organizational Behaviour
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Organizational Behaviour Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree or MBA with a relevant specialization; Ph.D. is preferred
- Five years or more current and related teaching in a post-secondary setting, including several years in industry
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Philosophy:
- PHIL 102: Moral Philosophy
- PHIL 210: Business Ethics
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Philosophy Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree in Philosophy (or strongly relevant area); Ph.D. preferred
- Five or more years of teaching experience in a post-secondary setting
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research, or demonstrated research and publication potential
- Experience with post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended, and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning, and learner-centered approaches
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Relevant workplace experience or commitment to business ethics and moral philosophy
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Project Management:
- MGMT 640: Project Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Project Management Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- Have more than 5 years’ experience in managing projects with waterfall methodology
- Possess a Project Management Professional (PMP) qualification/ certification
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Sociology:
- SOCI 100: Sociology
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Sociology Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over aforementioned general requirements and competencies
- An advanced degree in a relevant area (e.g., Sociology); Ph.D. is preferred
- Relevant workplace experience or commitment to sociology
- Five years or more current and related teaching experience in a post-secondary setting, including some combination of ethics, social and political philosophy
- Superior record of scholarly contribution in the candidate’s field of research or demonstrated research and publication potential
- BC Instructor Diploma or BC Teaching Certificate is highly desirable
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on March 14, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Statistics And Math:
MBAF 502: Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain current in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for [MBAF 502: Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis] Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies
- Managerial experience in relevant fields such as Project management, Operations, Marketing, HR, etc.
- Experience in leadership roles, which required the collection of information and analysis of the data
- Author/co-author of specifically “Managerial” papers (with Mixed or Quantitative method of methodology)
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on August 3, 2023.
University Canada West has opened a new campus at Vancouver House and is experiencing significant growth. We are seeking a passionate learner-centered sessional faculty with specializations to teach:
Strategic Management:
- MGMT 661: Strategic Management
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Faculty are responsible for interactive engaging teaching, staying active in their field through scholarly activities, and serving their Departments and the UCW university community through committee work. Responsibilities include working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum, preparing and updating course materials, teaching, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, assessing student progress through grading assignments, papers, exams and other work, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in your field and related teaching implications (examples, activities, approaches).
Specific Responsibilities
Faculty will:
- Create a positive classroom and learning environment through effective student engagement
- Provide constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and achievement
- Employ a variety of appropriate teaching/learning strategies and activities to actively engage students and to apply their learning
- Guide class discussions while encouraging debate, critical thinking and constructive feedback by students
- Employ and further develop skills in academic technologies and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ensure teaching design and methods comply with pedagogical and UCW standards
- Assess student achievement of learning outcomes using a variety of assessments and learning activities
- Develop, revise and adapt appropriate learning resources for students
- Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.)
- Make appropriate student referrals to academic and personal university support programs as and when needed
- Contribute to high quality curriculum development and revision
- Maintain contacts with relevant industry and professional associations
- Attend and participate in department and university faculty meetings pertinent to faculty responsibilities
- Contribute to professional conferences, seminars, and workshops in your field of expertise and in teaching and learning
- Remain currency in technical knowledge and instructional delivery approaches and techniques
- Participate in professional development workshops, seminars and training and maintain your own continuing professional development
- Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Depending on expertise, instruct in a range of programs such as in the ACBSP accredited BCom & MBA programs, or in the BA Business Communications or Associate of Arts degrees.
General Requirements and Competencies for All Faculty
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with Industry background in Strategic Management.
- Demonstrated experience in effective teaching at the post-secondary level
- Willing to use or learn to use, academic technology and tools to enhance and support student learning
- Ability to teach in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Ability to employ active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches to teaching
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments
- Demonstrated ability to teach students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Effective time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Preferred:
- Terminal degree in a relevant discipline PhD/DBA in Strategic Management
- 5+ years experience post-secondary teaching in face-to-face, blended and online environments
- Experience in teaching students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning and learner centered approaches
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Track record of scholarly activity in the field and/or scholarship of teaching and learning
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
Specific Requirements and Competencies for Strategic Management Faculty
The specifics below may exceed or take precedence over general requirements and competencies:
- Collaborate and participate in MGMT661 projects and directives initiated by the Department Chair/University Canada West
- Attend and participate in regular MGMT faculty meetings organized and led by the MGMT661 Course Leads
- Utilize real business projects in team assignments whether from professional connections or Riipen
- Ensure their course syllabus submission and approval processes are followed
- Prepare and meet requirements for any MGMT661 course templates under the direction of MGMT661 Course Leads such as, but not limited to, the Strategic Management Problem-Solving Template (SMPT)
- Ensure MGMT661 Course Learning Outcomes are achieved
Please note: UCW has limited online teaching vacancies and has immediate need for faculty to teach in-person at our downtown Vancouver campuses.
Application Process
Vid Recruiter:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) (please include your current physical address, email, and contact phone number) including evidence of teaching experience and scholarly accomplishments, cover letter clearly indicating the program and/or course(s), a sample syllabi, and teaching portfolio (if applicable) as well as the names of three referees to: [email protected]
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ(Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
Posted on June 1, 2023.
Last updated August 3, 2023.
Our University Access Program (UAP) is seeking passionate learner-centered sessional instructors to teach academic English preparation courses for undergraduate and graduate students that range from CLB 5 to a CLB 8.
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology-oriented teaching intensive university and has the fastest growing MBA program in Canada. Balanced with a BCOM degree, a BA in Business Communications, and an AA degree, UCW offers students a solid grounding in academic knowledge and skills, interactive, experiential education in business and digital literacy skills. Instructors are responsible for student-centred teaching which includes interactive, engaging activities, constructive feedback towards student learning and growth, and practical, applied assessments aligned with course and program learning outcomes.
Role responsibilities include teaching, assessing student progress through grading and providing constructive feedback, working with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum preparing and updating course materials, working with students to improve their knowledge and career readiness skills, and maintaining currency about changes and innovations in the field of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and related teaching implications (competencies, activities, approaches, assessments, etc.).
Specific Responsibilities
- Teach all courses, as assigned, for the full duration of scheduled instruction, including on campus, online, and/or hybrid, as needed by the department.
- Be fully prepared with a course syllabus and lesson plans for each class session, ensuring alignment with course learning outcomes.
- Maintain complete course and student records, reports, and forms.
- Communicate, meet deadlines, and seek assistance or clarification in a timely and professional manner.
- Comply with and enforce UCW policies and procedures (e.g., academic) at all times.
- Attend new faculty orientation, other training and professional development opportunities and stay current with developments in the field of instruction.
- Maintain teaching and office hours to fulfill all contracted duties and individual professional obligations.
- Participate in departmental and other special meetings.
- Assist in development or revision of course outlines, syllabi, curriculum plans, and other instructional documents and to identify, develop, preview, and acquire educational resources and materials required to meet program objectives and improve student learning and instruction.
- Assist with English language proficiency assessments, as needed.
- Assume other necessary responsibilities and additional tasks as assigned by the department Chair or other UCW leadership to meet department or University needs.
General Requirements and Competencies
- Minimum of 3 years experience teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at the post-secondary level.
- Minimum Master’s degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or related field (e.g., Master’s degree in Education with specialization in TESOL or master’s degree in Linguistics with specialization in TESOL); OR Master’s degree with a TESOL certification AND work experience of a minimum of 5 years teaching EAP to adults.
- Demonstrated experience employing active learning, experiential learning, and learner-centered approaches.
- Effective use of current instructional technology, tools and learning management systems (e.g., Moodle, Kahoot, Epuzzle, Socrates), and institutional databases (student information, library), and administrative and communication applications (e.g., Microsoft 365 including Outlook & Teams, Adobe Acrobat).
- Excellent organizational skills: organized, accurate, and punctual with paperwork and assigned tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communications skills: sensitivity to the needs and expectations of students, colleagues, and community groups.
- Effective presentations to small to large audiences.
- Dedication to being part of a team: ability to establish and maintain effective, civil, and respectful communication and interpersonal relations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.
- Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Preferred:
- Professional experience in industry or business
- Knowledge and experience in course design and development
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
- Teaching experience in a country where English is not the primary language of communication.
Specific Requirements & Competencies for UAP Instructors
- Effective EAP pedagogy based on recent literature on SLA theory and methodology
- Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for effective teaching in a EAP learning environment.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file) in their application package: 1. cover letter, 2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including evidence of teaching experience (program and/or courses) and scholarly accomplishments, 3. sample syllabus, 4. teaching portfolio (if applicable) and 5. names of three referees (professional context) to [email protected].
Posted on February 11, 2022.Last updated August 3, 2023.
Staff
About University Canada West
UCW is a business and technology oriented, teaching intensive university.
UCW offers undergraduate and graduate degrees (Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication, and Master of Business Administration), both online and on campus. The university also offers the University Access Program (UAP) for students needing to upgrade their English and the MBA Foundation (MBAF) program for students who need more preparation before entering the MBA program.
The University is currently growing with all programs increasing in size and with plans to develop additional programs in the business and technology areas. The academic year has four intakes: in January, April, July, and October (each term is 12 weeks in length).
Primary Purpose
Under University Canada West’s (UCW) organizational structure, the Academic Advisor provides academic advising to students, reports to the Manager of Academic Advising, and works closely with all units within UCW.
The primary purpose of the Academic Advisor position is to provide quality virtual and campus-based academic advising services to students on topics related to education planning, academic goals, and course selection.
This position is integral to the delivery of quality services to students (domestic, international, undergraduate, graduate, and online), and it requires coordination with faculty and staff across all University programs in Vancouver.
Hours of work are variable, and the position is hybrid.
Specific Responsibilities
The Academic Advisor will at various times be responsible for the following as well as other related duties, as assigned, to support the business objectives and purpose of UCW:
- Meets online and in-person with students from all programs as needed to plan for the upcoming semesters and to review/revise long range academic program schedules.
- Assists students in planning a program consistent with their abilities, interests, and career demands.
- Identifies options for students to satisfy specific degree requirements.
- Evaluates and makes recommendations on adjustments to students’ program of study.
- Monitors academic progress of students and follows up with the students on any reports of unsatisfactory work, including, but not limited to, probation, poor attendance, and failing students; identifies current and potential needs or problem areas and refers students to appropriate campus resources for assistance.
- Maintains up to date profile notations for all student consultations, with a summary of course planning for the students, dates of appointments, notation of special circumstances, etc.
- Hosts virtual and in-person drop-in office hours and virtual and in person 1-1 appointments for students.
- Proactively contacts and is available for student advisees on a regular basis.
- Provides advice to students on academic standing and other related issues.
- Interprets and explains the university policies and procedures.
- Hosts virtual workshops related to academic advising initiatives.
- Consults with other departments on complex advising cases.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (minimum)
- One to three years of experience in student counselling, development, post-secondary education or related field in a fast-paced environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Administrative experience in a post-secondary educational setting
- Experience in office practices, customer service, and communication
- Demonstrated service-orientation and organizational skills
- A high level of ethics, discretion, tact, and diplomacy
- Adaptability and change management skills
- Attention to details, accuracy, and precision
- Advanced oral and written abilities
- Ability to positively engage with students, faculty, and staff, and problem-solve
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Proficiency with Moodle or similar learning management system
- Second language abilities are an asset
Posted on January 6, 2023.
About University Canada West
UCW is a business-oriented, teaching intensive university. The primary role of faculty at UCW is to teach. Faculty will be expected to take part in committees and to stay active in their field. Faculty are encouraged to engage in scholarly activities.
UCW offers undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication and Master of Business Administration), both online and on campus.
The University is currently growing, as it is increasing intakes from both international and domestic markets and looking to establish additional Master-level degrees in the business area. The academic year has four intakes: in January, April, July and October (each term is 12 weeks in length).
General Description
Under University Canada West’s (UCW) organizational structure, the Academic Coordinator provides administrative support and reports to the Manager, Academic Operations and Support Services.
This position is integral to the delivery of quality services to faculty, staff, and students (domestic, international, undergraduate, graduate, on-line and in-class)across all University programs in Vancouver. Hours of work are variable and may involve a hybrid schedule of remote and on-campus work.
The primary purpose of the Academic Coordinator position is to provide quality administrative service to faculty, staff and students through the delivery of general administrative support for the campus in collaboration with the Academic Affairs team members.
The working hours are variable, and the position is hybrid.
Specific Responsibilities
The Academic Coordinator will at various times be responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the Company:
Administrative Assistance & Support:
- Provides administrative assistance to the Manager of Academic Operations and Support Services
- Coordinates with Academic Operations team to implement and maintain Academic procedures and processes
- Provides general administrative support to faculty and Chairs as required
- Maintains internal communication and messages between staff, students, and faculty
- Refers communication to appropriate departments as required in priority sequence
- Collaborates in cross-departmental meetings to assist with academic operations
- Follows up on general academic related concerns and issues related to students and faculty
- Ensures faculty prep room is stocked, and collaborates with faculty for classroom support
- Assists with maintenance of Faculty Resources in SIS and portal
- Assists with maintenance of course content/course loads in SIS and portal
- Contributes to faculty training sessions and orientations as required
- Collaborates on Learning Management System (LMS) maintenance, updates, and templates
- Assists faculty with updates to LMS course shells
- Assists with faculty access to accounts, files, campus, etc.
- Troubleshoots technical issues regarding course content functionality
- Other duties as assigned
Data Tracking & File Maintenance:
- Organizes and maintains general academic files
- Updates data tracking for Academic Operations
- Generates and maintains academic reports and statistics
- Creates new methods of data tracking as required
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Administrative experiencein a post-secondary educational setting
- A strong, service-oriented focus
- MS Office proficiency
- Proficiency in Moodle or similar Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Proficiency using Student Information Systems (SIS)
- Ability to quickly assimilate and employ diverse IT modules
- A high level of ethics, discretion, tact, and diplomacy
- Advanced oral and written abilities
- Organization, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Ability to positively engage with students, faculty and staff and constructively problem-solve
- Adaptability and change management skills
Education and Experience:
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree
- Basic training in office practices, customer service, and communication
- One to three years’ administrative and/or customer service experience in a fast-paced environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in applying for the position at UCW, however, please note only successful candidates will be contacted.
Posted on June 7, 2023.
Primary Purpose
Reporting to the Vice President, People & Culture (HR) we are looking for an Associate Director Recruitment to help enhance our workplace environment, talent retention, and recruitment processes. The Associate Director Recruitment (HR) will oversee the Recruitment function based in Canada. This role will also lead the strategy to continually evolve the recruiting program to ensure success. In this role, you will collaborate with various stakeholders, manage a team of recruiters and talent acquisition specialists and contribute to the overall success of our university’s recruitment efforts.
Specific Responsibilities
The role holder is responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University:
- Leads the Workforce Planning function by providing strategic direction and approach to building a framework and implementing robust workforce plans.
- Collaborate with senior management to develop recruitment strategies aligned with the University’s goals and objectives.
- Design and implement breakthrough recruitment strategies based on projected headcount growth and key capabilities needed by the various teams at UCW to attract qualified passive candidates.
- Leads, plans, and delivers a talent acquisition and engagement model that delivers the goals of the organization.
- Provides strategic oversight and consistent governance of talent acquisition priorities and standards of practices, including community outreach and EDI partnerships and implementing relevant policies.
- Creates and leads an integrated service delivery model through the leadership of the selection and retention of Talent Acquisition team members.
- Conduct workforce planning to anticipate future talent needs and proactively identify recruitment priorities.
- Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Analyze market trends, demographic data, and competition to identify opportunities and develop targeted recruitment initiatives.
- Lead and mentor the Recruitment function providing guidance and support in all aspects of the recruitment process.
- Develop and maintain effective recruitment policies and procedures to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
- Establish and maintain relationships with external recruitment agencies, job boards, universities, and other talent sources.
- Set performance goals for the team and provide regular feedback to ensure individual and team success.
- Collaborate with hiring managers and department heads to understand their hiring needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for the recruitment function including the tools and technology used for hiring needs.
- Maintain thorough understanding of the local labor market in terms of compensation trends, practices, mobility and other areas to ensure we are competitive.
- Manage and oversee recruitment channels to improve work efficiency.
- Implement strategic hiring procedures and improve upon recruitment measures.
- Develop and execute diversity sourcing strategies in conjunction with business leaders, Corporate Diversity and the HR team.
- Develop and execute employer branding initiatives to enhance the company’s reputation as an employer of choice.
- Lead, manage, coach and develop a high performing Recruitment Function to ensure UCW hiring goals are achieved.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and serve as a trusted advisor on recruitment best practices.
- Develop recruitment team’s skills, knowledge and capabilities to source, attract and acquire talent, and build an external pipeline of quality candidates.
- Manage recruitment budget.
- Manage and ensure the ATS is updated according to defined standards and champion best practices for leveraging the tool for efficiency.
- Oversee metrics with regard to all aspects of the hiring process for open positions with goals of improving visibility of progress, reducing cycle time, maximizing existing networks, employee referrals and reducing hiring costs.
- Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on recruitment activities, metrics, and outcomes.
Position Requirements
To be successful in the Associate Director Recruitment position, an individual must possess, and be committed to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following:
Competencies:
- Experience in driving scalable programs end-to-end with an ability to identify and drive continuous improvement
- A commercial mindset and business understanding to inform and drive continuous improvement of the recruitment service and delivery
- Strong negotiation and closing skills with the ability to deal with very complex hiring processes and follow them through to closure
- Highly resilient and able to work under pressure
- Excellent interviewing techniques
- Proven ability to build positive customer relationships at all levels.
- Ability to influence senior leaders and build high quality, sustainable business partnering relationships
- Self-directed, detail-oriented, organized, and ability to work independently
- Good standard of written English and high levels of attention to detail
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Monitors their team’s work to ensure accuracy and quality
- Ability to quickly learn and implement new technology practices
- Oversees the development of analytic-based goals and objectives, metric-based reporting, business-driven solutions, and recommending improvements.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in recruitment, including experience in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and recruitment technology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze recruitment data and metrics to drive process improvements.
- Knowledge of BC employment standards and legislation
- Experience in education industry would be an asset
- CPHR preferred but not required
- Proficiency with Human Resource Information System (ADP or any cloud-based HRIS)
Posted on July 11, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The BI developer applies business and advanced technical expertise in meeting business data and reporting needs. The position supports business planning by compiling, visualizing, and analyzing business and statistical data from UCW’s information systems. The BI developer liaises with various stakeholders across the university to provide them with the data, reporting, and analysis required to make informed data-driven decisions.
The Business Intelligence developer will work on projects that will have a significant impact on student, faculty, and staff experience.
Specific Responsibilities
The BI Developer will at various times be responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the Company.
- Design relational databases to support business enterprise applications and physical data modeling according to business requirements
- Gather requirements from various business departments at UCW and transform them into self serve reports/dashboards for the various business units using Power BI
- Understand ad-hoc data requirements and convert it into reporting deliverables
- Contribute to driving reporting automation and simplification to free up time for in-depth analyses
- Collaborate with internal and external team members, including system architects, software developers, database administrators and design analysts to find creative and innovative approaches to enrich business data
- Provide business and technical expertise for the analytics process, tools, and applications for the University. Identify opportunities that improve data accuracy and efficiency of our processes. Contributes to the development of training materials, documenting processes, and delivering sessions.
- Develop strategies for data modeling, design, transport, and implementation to meet requirements for metadata management, operational data stores and ELT/ETL environments
- Create and test data models for a variety of business data, applications, database structures and metadata tables to meet operational goals for performance and efficiency
- Research modern technologies, data modeling methods and information management systems and recommend changes to company data architectures
- Contribute to a team environment where all team members consistently experience a sense of belonging and inclusion
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience in creating complex data models and developing insightful reports and dashboards using Microsoft Power BI
- Must possess advanced skills in using DAX queries for Power BI
- Connecting data sources, importing data, cleaning, and transforming data for Business intelligence
- Knowledge of database management principles and experience working with SQL/MySQL databases
- Ability to implement row-level security on data along with an understanding of application security layer models in Power BI
- Ability to translate business requirements into informative reports/visuals
- A good sense of design that will help communicate data using visually compelling reports and dashboards
- Experience in ETL (Extract, Transform and Load) processes an asset
- Experience in being involved in the development of a data warehouse is an asset
- Data analysis and visualization skills using Python and/or R an asset
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and data analysis skills
- Ability to ensure organizational data privacy and confidentiality
- Understanding of statistical analysis techniques such as correlation and regression
- Demonstrated ability to collect data from a variety of sources, synthesize data, produce reports, and make recommendations
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and competing demands
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in using Power BI to create reports, dashboards, and self serve analytics
- Must have 3+ years of experience in data-specific roles especially in the use of Power BI, Excel, and SQL
Posted on July 14, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The Career Advisor at University Canada West works within Career Development Centre to support educating students in becoming productive members of society through introducing them to the workforce. Career Advising offers counseling for academic (and non-academic) job searching and major selection, advanced résumé and cover letter writing best practice methods and hiring trends and resources, both via in-person or online 1:1 appointment. Career Advising also encourages and connects students to experiential learning opportunities. Career Advising provides resources and assistance in all aspects of the career development and job search processes. Career advisor is responsible for developing materials and for facilitation of career related workshops, info sessions and career networking events.
Specific Responsibilities
- Meet and advise students during office hours and as needed, providing:
- Cover letter / Resume Writing Help
- How to find job opportunities and using local websites / agencies for job searching
- Developing LinkedIn and other Social Media profiles
- Interview practice / mock interviews
- Reviewing job postings and advise students on identification of transferable skills and their existing competencies
- Canadian workplace cultural norms and expectations
- Advertise career services to new students at Orientation, in classrooms and throughout the campus, and using social media, etc.
- Advise students on the course skill sets for workplace applicability
- Develop materials for 1:1 career appointments and workshop/ info session and career network events
- Assist students to create career plans that best suit their needs
- Work with Faculty to map Learning Outcomes to Professional Outcomes
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Strong proficiency in English.
- Superior oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Self-Starter: Strong ability to take initiative and complete tasks as assigned.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office.
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Can initiate tasks/projects confidently, independently, and competently.
- Strong ability to communicate easily and fluidly through technology and social media.
- Works well both independently and in high performance teams.
- Demonstrated leadership and public speaking abilities
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or some education at the postsecondary level
- Certificate in Career Counseling (CCDP) from an accredited institution or equivalent level of experience and education
- Membership in a professional counselling organization
- Minimum of 1 year work experience in Career Advising / Services, preferably within a post- secondary, international educational setting
- Ability to interact with corporate recruiters and facilitate their successful recruitment of students.
- Understanding of industry interview and screening processes and skilled in advising students of industry interview and screening techniques.
- Knowledge of industry, job market, and trends in order to target industries and clients.
Posted on September 22, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The primary role of the Executive Assistant is to provide comprehensive and proactive administrative support, ensuring the smooth operations of the President’s office. The Executive Assistant will be responsible for effectively managing schedules and activities and supporting the facilitation of daily tasks, thereby contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the President’s role.
Specific Responsibilities
- Responsible for the day-to-day executive administrative support
- Provide a well-organized, efficient, and professional front-line image with internal and external clients
- Review incoming correspondences, prioritize, and flag to the President where appropriate
- Responsible for calendar management and scheduling; coordinate and prioritize meetings in-person and across multiple time zones using a variety of online meeting platforms
- Compile background briefing materials for meetings, conferences, appointments, or interviews and take and distribute meeting minutes where applicable
- Compose and edit a variety of documents and e-mails, including highly confidential correspondence, memos, presentations, MOUs, contracts, and proposals
- Conduct high-level research to support the organization and overall business needs
- Handle travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and ground transportation
- Prepare and process expense claims
- Organize and support visits from various delegates concerning the university’s business needs
- Assist preparation for all virtual speaking and social events, correspond with external/internal stakeholders, and work with the internal team on the coordination of PPTs and speeches
- Participate in ad-hoc event committees and assist with preparations as required
- Monitor and process e-mails, mail, and other correspondences
- Assist with presentations and other projects as needed
- Manage confidential information with discretion
- Maintain a well-organized filing and backup system
- Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders as required
- Prepare and curate documents for the President’s review and signature, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established protocols and standards
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and interact with all individuals with integrity, empathy, and sincerity
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and interact with all individuals with integrity, empathy and sincerity
- Ability to build harmonious working relationships with co-workers and clients
- Superior organizational skills
- Maintains a calm and professional demeanour
- Proven self-starter and problem solver
- Deadline-driven and goal-oriented
- Performs duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision
- Ability to act with tact, good judgment, and discretion; protecting confidential information is a must
Education and Experience:
- Minimum three (3) years as an Executive Assistant to a President or other C-level Executive
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or relevant experience
- Written and spoken fluency in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe
We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in applying for the position at UCW, however, please note only successful candidates will be contacted.
Posted on August 15, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The University Canada West seeks a full-time Facilities Assistant who will assist in managing UCW facilities and will be responsible for general maintenance of the physical facilities, resource support for day-to-day building operations and maintaining a clean and safe facility environment for an optional learning and work environment. This position provides maintenance, custodial and office moving services within the campus buildings. Providing excellent customer service and support to patrons by providing conflict resolution, and information about Campus Recreation programs, services, and facilities, is also expected of a Facility Assistant. Other duties may be assigned by Supervisor/Manager.
Specific Responsibilities
The Facilities Assistant will at various times be responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University.
Maintenance Service:
- Complete minor repairs and renovations to buildings, furniture and equipment.
- Minor painting of the exterior of buildings, including exit doors, bollards, handrails, and benches.
- Support Facilities Planning by installing building interior way-finding signage for rooms, spaces, and buildings, according to prescriptive institutional guidelines.
- Install and remove wall fixtures including, whiteboards, pinboards, graduate class pictures, and works of art.
- Carry out heavy cleaning tasks and special projects.
- Perform the installation, replacement, and storage/recording of many different types of ceiling tiles.
- Assist in office relocations, including but not limited to moving and rearranging furniture or items.
- Assist with campus layouts and provide support when there are changes and/or reconfigurations.
- Remove snow from steps and walkways, including sidewalks, and applies sand and de-icing products to enhance the safety of the campus. This is performed in extreme cold and slippery conditions.
Custodial Service:
- Arrive early on site and execute campus opening inspection duties – washrooms, common areas, offices, classrooms, etc.
- Respond to facilities requests to provide necessary assistance to staff, students, and visitors in a timely manner.
- Serve as the first responder for emergencies, including supporting the completion of appropriate documentation and reports.
- Assist the IT department with disconnecting and re-connecting IT equipment during basic office moves to reduce the man-hours required by their department.
- Follow written instructions and images on how to do this correctly.
- Collaborate with other members of the security, facilities, health and safety and administrative team to ensure that the University campuses are always clean and safe.
- Support contract custodial services through the repair of washroom fixtures and dispensers and performing building inspections.
- Assist in dispatching custodians for on-demand work, coordinating large events, pre- and post-event cleaning during operational and non-operational hours of the facilities.
- Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities.
- Perform pick-up and delivery duties in connection with custodial functions.
- Promote a safe and clean working environment.
- Maintain University’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.
- Adhere to all University operating standards.
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work independently and make quick sound decisions in the fast-paced environment
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as in the team setting as per the department’s needs
- Proven working experience as a Janitor
- Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies
- Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets
- Excellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and organizational abilities
- High level of proficiency in English, including strong written and verbal skills
- Ability to operate hand and power tools and the capacity to learn to drive material handling equipment such as skid steers, drills, etc.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
- Ability to work in confined areas and sustain long periods of bending over
- Ability to work safely at heights
Education and Experience:
- Minimum high school diploma or GED required
- Minimum 2 years of combined facilities and janitorial experience
- OFA Level 1 certification an asset
- Class 5 Driver’s License (asset), travel between campuses required
Posted on August 9, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The purpose of the Finance Administrator position is to monitor and coordinate Commission and Accounts Payable activities. Under general supervision, the Finance Administrator is also responsible for providing assistance, advice, and guidance to support the financial needs of students.
Specific Responsibilities
The Finance Administrator is responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University:
- Comprehend and enforce corporate financial policies and protocols.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills while addressing student queries.
- Establish and maintain active, effective communication channels to foster cohesive working relationships internally and externally.
- Execute processing of agent commission invoices.
- Record accounting entries for performance-related transactions.
- Apply commission payments accurately.
- Conduct reconciliation for accounts payable linked to commissions.
- Support the finance department by providing precise and timely information as needed.
- Collaborate in internal and external audits related to business office operations.
- Participate in various tasks concerning students’ accounts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Demonstrated capacity to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
- Proficiency in managing tasks within tight deadlines maintaining composure during high-volume periods.
- Ability to complete work in a timely manner, with high accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Exhibits sound judgment and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficient use of MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Possesses a positive attitude and a customer-centric approach.
- Strong numerical and data manipulation skills.
- Comprehension of the University’s provided programs and services.
Education and Experience:
- Completion of 2 years of post-secondary education in a Finance or Accounting program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 2 experience in a fast-paced office setting, with a preference for roles within Accounting or Finance departments.
Posted on August 29, 2023.
Primary Purpose
UCW is seeking candidates for two International Student Advisor positions.
The International Student Advisor supports new and returning international student through advising services and programs to assist our international student population. The International Student Advisor will identify and analyze the needs for international students and design relevant programs, tools, and services that allow for successful international student retention and integration.
The International Student Advisor will host one-on-one and group information sessions aimed at enhancing the student experience and success for a diverse group of international students.
The International Student Advisor will serve as the first point in contact for our international students and provide advice and support in a professional manner. The International Student Advisor will work together with other departments in providing support for international students to facilitate their transition, development, sense of belong, and success at University Canada West and the community.
Specific Responsibilities
The International Student Advisor will:
- Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a variety of effective and innovative front-line and advising services to programs for our international student body
- Provide guidance and act as a resource person to international students in relation to federal and provincial immigration policies and procedures
- Assist students with the resolution of problems related to their immigration documents, to the extent permitted by the level of certification obtained
- Refer students to other professionals and ensure follow-up with immigration authorities, as needed
- Disseminate current immigration information to relevant UCW colleagues
- Keep abreast of changes in immigration regulations and remains in good standing with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council
- Develop and deliver presentations and regularly undertakes group and one-on-one advising, in person or via online channels
- Evaluate and report on outcomes and success
- Provide advising and support for international students concerning administrative and personal matters like cultural adjustment
- Be first point of contact for accurate information for international students regarding various topics like but not limited to accommodation, health insurance and other aspects related to adjusting to living and studying in Canada
- Provide guidance and act as a resource person to international students for referral and information about UCW support services and external resources.
- Communicates with students prior to departure from country of origin; meeting incoming new students on campus or online
- Plan, organize and deliver culturally relevant program and events and provide reports on outcomes and success
- Assist with recruitment and UCW promotional events and activities
- Advise international students during online information and on campus events
- Collect and maintain data on the origin of prospective students, tracking and assessing patterns of participation and contact, and will design, and deliver other assessment tools to solicit feedback from prospective students to determine levels of satisfaction and overall effectiveness of program
- Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Fluency with a foreign language
- Speaking one of these languages is an asset (Hindi, Punjabi, Farsi, Chinese or Spanish)
- Strong Inter-cultural communication skills
- Understanding of the Canadian post-secondary education system and environment
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of team
- Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills
- Excellent organizational skills in managing competing tasks and working with minimal supervision
- Resourceful and able to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and propose effective solutions
- Knowledge of policies and procedures governing international student advising within a post-secondary and preferably University environment
- Demonstrated ability to exercise appropriate judgment independently to make important decisions on matters of varying complexity.
- Proven ability to ensure inclusivity and to develop and cultivate relationships with students, faculty, staff, and members of the external community.
- Knowledge and experience of administrative functions, including data base applications, email, basic and wider use of Microsoft Office 365 and internet research techniques
- Strong communication skills for delivering accurate information in one-on-one and diverse group situations, in both formal and informal settings
- Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail, especially when working under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse group of employees, students, and the general public, and to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy when interacting with students who may require support with mental or physical health, social, economic, or other barriers to success.
- Excellent customer support skills in addressing user complaints, suggestions, and to resolve conflicts, ensuring that a high level of service, is maintained.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and developments within the department, University, and post-secondary sector.
- Understanding of the requirements for confidentiality and privacy and freedom of information (FOIPOP) regulations, and how to address sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Education and Experience:
- Baccalaureate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
- Experience in student life programing in post-secondary educational environment
- Being Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) or Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor (RISIA) designation through Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC) is required
- Experience working in immigration regulation, advisement, and/or compliance
- Professional or paraprofessional experience in the field of International Education and/or Student Affairs
- Experience in a student services environment, preferably a post-secondary environment, with experience in one or more of the following: international student advising, client advocating, admissions/records, or recruitment
- Experience working with international populations and understanding of: issues and barriers facing international students, intercultural communication theory and practice, international education systems and cultures, and student development
- Experience working in a multi-cultural environment
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in applying for the position at UCW, however, please note only successful candidates will be contacted.
Posted on July 31, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The primary purpose of the Manager, Student Accessibility Services is to provide overall leadership and coordination for the university’s accessibility initiatives and programs. The position requires managing a team of accessibility service coordinator(s), advisors and assistant(s) and provide guidance, direction, and support as needed. The manager would work closely with the accessibility advisor to ensure that accessibility standards and regulations are met. They will develop and collaborate with teams across the university to ensure that accessibility is integrated into the university’s policies and procedures along with developing and implementing accessibility goals, objectives, and action plans for the university. The manager would ensure that the university’s program, services, and facilities are accessible and compliant with accessibility standards and regulations.
This is a one-year Fixed Term role for Maternity Leave Coverage.
Specific Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and expertise in the design, development and implementation of organization-wide Accessibility strategies, frameworks, and execution plans.
- Evaluate, understand, assess, and identify opportunities and strategies that will help enhance the Accessibility services provided by the university in all facets of business, employee, and stakeholder experiences.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and as a consultant to the senior leadership team on matters related to policy interpretation and practice concerning accessibility and accommodation.
- Apply extensive knowledge of Accessibility and Accommodation in relation to employment and human rights legislation.
- Collaborate with HR in supporting their investigation relating to requests for accommodation and other relevant concerns raised by students about staff conduct.
- Manage team performance by creating the team’s Key Performance Indicators and ensuring that this is discussed with clarity with every individual member of the team.
- Conduct regular check-ins with team members to ensure alignment with overall team and organizational goals. Check-ins are also to be used as a feedback mechanism to help manage team morale through a 1:1 approach.
- Facilitate and foster a team environment and work to resolve conflict and maintain a positive morale.
- Interview potential staff and make hiring recommendations.
- Oversee the provision of accessibility services to students with disabilities or different needs, including accommodations for academic, housing, transportation, and other needs.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to disability accommodations.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures related to accessibility services.
- Collaborate with staff and faculty to provide training and education on accessibility accommodations and accessibility best practices.
- Coordinate with other departments, including the Registrar’s office, Student Life, Student Advising & Support Services, and other Student Services teams to ensure that accessibility needs are met across the institution.
- Maintain accurate records and provide reports on the provision of accessibility services to senior leadership.
- Manage the accessibility services budget.
- Stay current with developments in accessibility best practices, technology, and legal requirements.
- Provide accessibility advising to students, faculty, and staff on accommodations, assistive technologies, and other accessibility-related topics.
- Keep up to date with emerging trends and best practices in accessibility advising.
- Provide leadership on new initiatives in accessibility services to support the best practices.
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience working with senior-level leadership in bringing about positive, meaningful, and sustainable organizational change and producing measurable results.
- Experience designing and developing programs and doing this in a leadership capacity.
- Knowledge of web and mobile accessibility, as well as experience with accessibility testing tools and technologies.
- Excellent leadership, collaboration, and project management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation and mediation skills, including the strong ability to address sensitive topics and contentious issues with confidentiality, tact, and discretion.
- Experience in post-secondary advising setting is considered an asset.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and competing demands.
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree in accessibility, disability studies, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in accessibility, including experience managing accessibility initiatives and programs.
Posted on September 1, 2023.
Primary Purpose
University Canada West is looking to hire a Marketing Coordinator to join our award-winning in-house Marketing and Communications team. This position will report directly to the Senior Marketing Manager, Recruitment. Our ideal candidate has experience working closely with student recruitment agencies. This role will support the recruitment and marketing activities of our international and domestic recruitment teams.
The successful candidate for this role will coordinate marketing activities, attend online and in-person events, and collaborate with stakeholders from various departments and key players on the Marketing and Communications team to assist with various projects as needed. If you are a people-person who thrives with tight deadlines and changing needs, has a positive attitude, a tireless work ethic, and impeccable attention to detail, we want to hear from you.
Specific Responsibilities
- Coordinate and execute recruitment marketing requests, collaborating closely with the in-house recruitment teams to support international and domestic recruitment strategies.
- Develop valuable and engaging marketing assets targeted towards student recruitment agents, including e-newsletters, emails, brochures etc.
- Work closely and collaborate with various University departments and stakeholders.
- Monitor and ensure brand consistency.
- Address compliance issues and ensure that University policies and procedures concerning international and domestic educational recruitment are followed.
- Support the on-campus agent visits, in-person and online recruitment events, webinars, and school visits.
- Successfully deliver marketing requests in a timely manner.
- Assist with other day-to-day marketing and recruitment activities as needed.
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Experience working with student recruitment agencies.
- Good understanding of various marketing channels and online marketing strategies.
- Must be an organized multitasker able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Impeccable attention to detail.
- A sense of aesthetics and skilled in creating, editing, and promoting written and visual content.
- Knowledge and expertise with multiple social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube and WeChat.
- Experience supporting online and in-person events.
- Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment.
- Knowledge and understanding of GDPR and CASL legislation.
- Working knowledge of design and email software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- Prior experience in marketing or a related role.
- Experience in the Canadian post-secondary education sector.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and marketing software tools.
- Superior organizational abilities.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
- Flexibility to work occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- Mandatory skills: fluent in Mandarin/Chinese both written and spoken.
Posted on September 11, 2023.
Primary Purpose
Under the supervision of the Payroll and Commission Supervisor, the Payroll Administrator will perform various clerical and payroll tasks within the Finance Division. The individual in this role will be tasked with processing and verifying a substantial number of payroll responsibilities within established timelines.
Specific Responsibilities
The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University:
- Process full-cycle Payroll.
- Execute complete bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 800 employees, with the workforce continually expanding across various departments and entities.
- Process and input new hire information, salary adjustments, and resignations into the payroll system, cross-checking details against supporting documents.
- Record timesheet data, vacation pay, sick leave, and unpaid leave accurately within the payroll system.
- Facilitate the processing of bonus disbursements.
- Collaborate with the HR department to manage benefit inquiries, including RRSP enrollment and related concerns from employees.
- Address payroll inquiries from staff, management personnel, and external parties.
- Generate intercompany invoices pertaining to payroll and benefits.
- Handle queries related to payroll matters.
- Contribute to the preparation of T4, ROE (Record of Employment), and T2200 forms.
- Compile working papers for submissions to WCB (WorkSafeBC) and EHT (Employer Health Tax).
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Competencies:
- Proficiency in upholding confidentiality.
- Possesses a keen eye for detail, maintains strong organizational skills, and consistently delivers with a high degree of precision.
- Capable of meeting deadlines efficiently.
- Exhibits effective communication skills and collaborates with teammates and various departments.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude that facilitates comprehensive problem understanding and solution development.
- Displays an eagerness to learn and takes pride in executing tasks.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism.
Education and Experience:
- A strong expertise in payroll legislation and protocols.
- Minimum 2 years of practical involvement in payroll and benefits administration.
- Experience working in Education industry is preferred.
- Experience with ADP Workforce is an asset.
- Preference for candidates who are either in the process of obtaining or have completed the Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification.
- Office 365 tools, including Teams, Word, Excel, etc. proficiency.
Posted on August 29, 2023.
Primary Purpose
University Canada West is seeking an experienced and versatile Purchasing and Procurement Manager to join their team. The primary purpose of this role is to establish a high-performing department by implementing effective procedures and processes. The Purchasing and Procurement Manager will oversee and manage all purchasing activities of the university, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to established policies. They will possess exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as a strong understanding of procurement processes.
Reporting to VP Administration, the manager will collaborate with university stakeholders to identify purchasing needs and develop a strategic procurement strategy. They will focus on obtaining goods and services at economical prices and optimal quality while ensuring compliance with regulations and mitigating procurement risks. The role will play a crucial part in maintaining a reliable and competitive supply chain to support the organization’s operational needs.
Specific Responsibilities
The Purchasing and Procurement Manager will at various times be responsible for the following duties to support the objectives and purpose of the University:
- Establish procurement objectives, goals, and strategies aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.
- Oversee the entire procurement process, including sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
- Regularly identify and qualify potential suppliers and maintain relationships with existing suppliers to ensure a reliable and competitive supply chain.
- Complete negotiations with vendors to ensure that price, quality, and delivery timelines meet stakeholder’s needs.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks in the procurement of goods and services.
- Seek competitive quotes, prepare RFP, or direct award as required by the procurement policy.
- Review and analyze purchase requisitions and purchase orders to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and budgetary constraints.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement cost-effective solutions.
- Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in procurement and supply chain management.
- Work closely with finance to develop and manage procurement budgets. Work cooperatively with various departments to ensure that the Department’s needs are meet within the available budget.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in procurement activities.
- Identify and mitigate procurement risks, such as supply chain disruptions, price fluctuations, or quality issues.
- Fulfill the hiring and recruitment requirements of the department and supervise and mentor purchasing and procurement staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting teamwork and professional growth.
Position Requirements
Competencies:
To be successful in the Purchasing and Procurement Manager position, individuals must be committed to developing, maintaining, and demonstrating the following:
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and industry trends.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in using procurement software and systems.
- Solid understanding of inventory management and supply chain processes.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Leadership skills and the ability to supervise and mentor a team.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field. An MBA degree is preferred.
- Proven experience of 5 to 7 years in purchasing and procurement roles, with at least 3 to 5 years in a managerial capacity.
- Professional certifications are a plus. (SCMP – Supply Chain Management Professional)
Posted on September 11, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The Student Affairs Project Assistant assists in conducting research, initiating, coordinating, and overseeing the successful implementation of pilot projects and service programs. The Project Assistant facilitates the implementation of wellness programming, support student engagement activities and career development activities, and promotes diversity and accessibility on campus. They will be an essential part of the project team in the Student Affairs office at Vancouver House in a hybrid capacity and will report to the Special Projects Coordinator.
Specific Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation and coordination of the university’s wellness and career development programming, including planning, organizing, and executing various activities and events.
- Support the development and execution of projects related to student engagement, working closely with campus departments, student leaders, and external partners to foster a vibrant and inclusive campus community.
- Contribute to initiatives that promote diversity and inclusivity, collaborating on the creation of resources, workshops, and events that address cultural competency, social justice, and equity.
- Help ensure accessibility for all students by actively supporting projects and initiatives that enhance inclusivity and accommodate diverse needs, such as promotion of Accessibility Services.
- Assist in leveraging technology to enhance student experiences, including providing support for students in utilizing digital tools and resources effectively.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback, evaluate program effectiveness, and make recommendations for improvements and adjustments to enhance the impact and reach of wellness and engagement initiatives.
- Provide administrative support for various projects, including managing logistics, coordinating communication with stakeholders, maintaining documentation, and ensuring efficient operation of programs and events.
- Stay updated on emerging trends, best practices, and research in the fields of wellness, student engagement, diversity, accessibility, and technology, and apply this knowledge to contribute to the continuous improvement of initiatives within the university.
Position Requirements
- Proven experience or strong interest in wellness programming, student engagement, diversity, accessibility, or technology in an educational setting.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of individuals, including students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and practices related to wellness, student engagement, diversity, accessibility, and technology in higher education.
- Familiarity with current trends, best practices, and research in the field of student wellness and engagement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information effectively and tailor messages to various audiences.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying challenges and finding innovative solutions.
- Flexibility and adaptability to navigate changing priorities, timelines, and responsibilities.
- A commitment to promoting inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility in all aspects of work and fostering an inclusive campus community.
Posted on September 21, 2023.
Primary Purpose
As a key member of the Student Affairs team, the SRR Advisor provides guidance and leadership in the education and prevention of non-academic misconduct issues, including but not limited to training, awareness campaigns (e.g., student rights & responsibilities, anti-bullying, respect), and individual consultation and support to employees and students about student conduct matters. The Advisor will investigate reported breaches of student policies, facilitate collaborative sanctioning, relevant committees, and alternative dispute resolution processes, and, if required, bring evidence to the Director of Student Affairs & Services for decision-making and sanctioning. The Advisor will also provide information and referral support to students who are appealing the institution’s decision under other policies (e.g., grade appeals) when requested.
Specific Responsibilities
- Investigate, evaluate, and adjudicate complaints and allegations of violations of the Student Rights & Responsibilities, Sexual violence and harassment, and other relevant policies
- Initiate and facilitate the resolution of student conflict and/or other matters pertaining to students
- Assist with the student disciplinary process related to non-academic matters in accordance with the Code of Conduct by adjudicating cases
- Receive and document incident reports and prioritize them according to the level concern, contact all relevant stakeholders, and act appropriately to intervene
- Prepare letters in matters of student conduct violations
- Provide recommendations and support to all stakeholders for cases involving students facing suspension or expulsion
- Recommend interim measures, including but not limited to no contact orders in advance of conduct outcomes when necessary, and advises other administrators throughout the process
- Conduct disciplinary background checks concerning students
- Meet with students to ascertain the nature and scope of their concerns and advise students on how to proceed under university policy
- Act as a resource to the University community on matters related to student services, including academic integrity policies, student conduct, appeals, and complaints resolution
- Follow best practices and keep current with student development research and trends in student safety and conduct
Accountability:
- Collect & maintain the student issues database and files, track and assess patterns of non-academic conduct concerns, and design to ensure the overall effectiveness of the program
- Create and maintain an online system of reporting conduct incidents and complaints & monitor and maintain accurate data
- Maintain an accurate record of student contacts and faculty concerns, both electronic and physical, within the guidelines set out in Student Affairs
- Use database and track cases, including sanction recording and necessary follow-up
- Generate reports based on data concerning safety and conduct on campus and preventive programming offerings and participate in preparing various publications about student rights and responsibilities for students and staff as needed
Student Support:
- Meet with students to ascertain the nature and scope of their concerns and advise students on how to proceed under university policy
- Provide advice, support, and information in a professional manner to students seeking information and guidance concerning student appeals (information about the process), complaints, and concerns and advise students of their right to advocacy support as required
- Proactively respond to student requests, provide recommendations and identify opportunities to enhance student resiliency and problem-solving skills
Prevention and Awareness:
- Develop, plan, and deliver culturally relevant presentations and undertake group and one-on-one advising, in person or via online channels
- Proactively encourage positive student conduct choices and appropriate behavior via outreach efforts
- Provide outreach to the campus community regarding student rights and responsibilities
- Develop and provide preventative programs and resources for the campus community
- Create and conduct student workshop sessions regarding the Student Rights & Responsibilities and topics related to non-academic student conduct
- Collaborate and provide advice to faculty, staff, and other administrators in developing and implementing interventions and programs that reduce policy violations and meet the needs of students
Department and University Service and Support:
- Represent Student Affairs on university-wide committees to ensure timely communication of student issues pertaining to student safety and conduct
- Provide input into the development of departmental goals, objectives, strategies, operations, and procedures
- Assist with student life activities and events, including student orientation, convocation, educational programs (e.g., academic integrity), and university transition as needed
- Sit on committees as appropriate or in the absence of the Director in relation to student safety and conduct
- Perform other duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the position
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
- 3 years experience or involvement in the student conduct process in post-secondary educational environments
- Demonstrated credentials, coursework or additional training in student affairs or services, investigations, or related training and education
- Experience in adjudicating, investigating misconduct, student conduct cases, and knowledge and practice of student development theory
- Experience working with international populations and understanding issues and barriers facing international students, intercultural communication, international education systems and cultures, and student development
- Experience working in a multicultural environment
Competencies
- Strong Inter-cultural communication skills
- Understanding of the Canadian post-secondary education system and environment
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of the team
- Excellent interpersonal and diplomacy skills
- Resourceful and able to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and propose effective solutions
- Knowledge of policies and procedures governing student conduct within a post-secondary and preferably University environment
- Demonstrated ability to exercise appropriate judgment independently to make important decisions on matters of varying complexity
- Excellent organizational skills in managing competing tasks and working with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills for delivering accurate information in one-on-one and diverse group situations in both formal and informal settings
- Adaptability to changing priorities and developments within the department, University, and post-secondary sector
- Understanding of the requirements for confidentiality and privacy and freedom of information regulations, and how to address sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Diversity and Inclusivity Statement
University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].
Land Acknowledgement
The University acknowledges that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Selilwitulh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in applying for the position at UCW, however, please note only successful candidates will be contacted.
Posted on July 26, 2023.
University Librarian (UL)
University Canada West is a business and technology-focused, independent post-secondary institution, as defined in the British Columbia Degree Authorization Act, modeled after special purpose, teaching-intensive universities. Our mission is to deliver programs that provide students with the applied and theoretical basis for success in the workplace and future academic endeavours.
Reporting to the VP Academic, the University Librarian is responsible for planning, promoting, managing, and evaluating library operations, services, and resources for students, faculty and staff. This position also supports the educational and instructional needs of students and staff and advises the Academic Leadership Team on planning and acquisition of library and instructional support resources.
Specific Responsibilities
Serves as team leader for the UCW Library. Oversees the planning and operation of Library and Learning Commons functions, services and resources, including the management of the Library and Learning Commons physical and virtual spaces:
- Develops and communicates integrated strategic planning for the Library and Learning Commons. This includes leading the planning efforts to support the department and executive the initiatives that support the mission and goals of the University.
- Along with the Manager, Library and Learning Commons, provides oversight for the library team, currently comprised of 10 continuing full-time librarians and library assistants, as well as additional student assistants and part-time students and on-call professional librarians
- Ensures the Library and Learning Commons teams are appropriately supported and are working cohesively to build a shared vision for the growing library team and its multi-campus environments.
- Provide leadership and support for onboarding of new employees and work to cultivate an inclusive work environment
- Provide opportunities and encourages the professional development of library personnel
- Prepares and manages Library and Learning Commons operational budgets
- Works with the campus administration in the preparation and oversight of budgets.
- Monitors and tracks expenditures over the course of the fiscal year.
- Works with other libraries and consortia to maximize the financial resources of the group.
- Oversees the performance of Library and Learning Commons resources to ensure sufficient resources are available and allocated appropriately
- Provides direction for the library’s instructional strategy, and ensures its mission is aligned with the mission of the University and that of the Academic Affairs department. This includes acting to cultivate and address institutional efforts towards EDI and indigenization efforts.
- Provides oversight to the development of print and electronic resources according to program needs and strategic objectives
- Provides strategic direction for the space planning efforts, by supporting the management of the Library and Learning Commons spaces at Vancouver House and West Pender campuses, ensuring a smooth operation for the two high profile spaces
- Represents and advocates for the University at professional association meeting and activities. Working with groups such as university faculty, staff and students; indigenous communities and organizations; private sector; and other postsecondary institutions to develop and deliver collaborative programming and services
- Provides regular institutional reporting against the integrated strategic directions and support regional/provincial/federal reports (for example DQAB reports)
- Negotiates copyright agreements and licenses and ensure copyright compliance and education. The University Librarian would act as copyright officer at the institutional level
- Leads the development and implementation of Library or Learning Commons policies and procedures.
- Provide leadership in the formulation of library policies and procedures, consulting with all library staff
- Consult with campus groups (students, faculty and others) to ensure effective policies that serve the UCW community
- Ensure library compliance with legal as well as recommended guidelines and practices (privacy concerns, copyright, and library professional standards)
- Provide feedback on other relevant policies which impact the library or learning commons
- Serves on committees and engages in special projects as required
Position Requirements
Education and Experience:
- An ALA-accredited Library Science Master’s degree
- Ten years of library experience, preferably in an academic library; minimum of three years of supervisory experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of library operations; reference; circulation; collections; Internet and web services; and the role of technology in the delivery of library and learning services
- Experience hiring/supervising/mentoring employees
- Demonstrated understanding of information literacy and research support
- Experience in providing educational instructional support; experience with Moodle
- Extensive knowledge of library polices and best practices
- Experience managing operational budgets
- Ability to effectively and efficiently problem-solve and implement solutions to emerging issues
- The ability to work under pressure and maintain a calm focus during busy periods
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in methodologies for data collection and analyses
To apply, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] (please indicate “Application for the UCW University Librarian position” in the subject line).
The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, until a successful candidate is appointed.
Salary Range: commensurate with experience; salary is $100,000+
UCW is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. Together, UCW and its staff strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are privileged to do this work on the unceded, traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel ̱ ̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Applicants who are comfortable to self-identify are encouraged to do so within their application or cover letter.
Posted on July 13, 2023.
Primary Purpose
Under the guidance of the Senior Verifications Officer, the Verifications Officer is responsible forprocessing and recording of official documents (both electronic and paper-based) as they are received by the University, ensuring compliance with both internal and external regulatory guidelines.
Administrative Support:
- Review and process requests related to official documents (including, but not limited to, transcripts,test results, employment letters, immigration documents and other official documentation) as required for admissions purposes.
- Organise further verification methods through contact with issuing institutions and/or requesting supporting documents where required.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of required official documentation through student profiles and records storage to ensure a comprehensive history for audit
- Participate in the revision of standard processes for receiving and handling official documentation and/or other submitted documentation for admissions purposes.
- Participate in the periodic recollection and/or destruction of irreplaceable documents; regularlypurge outdated documents from physical and electronic
Business Communications:
- Receive and respond to enquiries from UCW staff and faculty, business partners and/or GUSGlobal staff related to the receipt of official documentation, as well as the scope and administration of applicable policies, procedures and processes.
- Provide consultation services to applicants and
*This job description outlines the key responsibilities for the role and is not meant to be exhaustive. Otherresponsibilities and tasks may be assigned or may naturally become a part of this role over time.
Position Requirements
To be successful in the Verifications Officer position, an individual must be committed to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Minimum one (1) year administrative experience for an educational institution (with preference for post-secondary).
Competencies:
- A proven service-oriented focus with the ability to build rapport in a demanding environment.
- Knowledge of concepts and processes related to admissions within higher education institutions.
- Efficient, effective, and dependable time management skills in order to multitask, with flexibility to handle changing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy with decision-making and data records.
- Effective communication skills demonstrated within a professional business environment.
- Proven ability to work independently and to relate constructively and professionally with students, faculty, staff and external partners.
- Strong computer literacy, including full competency in Microsoft Office programs.
Salary: $50,000 per annum less payroll deductions.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume in a single PDF document at [email protected]
Posted on September 12, 2023.
Student
Primary Purpose
The Campus Support Ambassadors (CSA’s) will primarily be working to ensure that students, faculty, and staff members on campus grounds are provided with quick and efficient support related to their IT, Facilities or General support inquiries. CSA’s are also responsible for executing facilities and other administrative duties to support smooth campus operations.
Specific Responsibilities
The Campus Support Ambassador will at various times be responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the Company:
- Act as the primary responder for classroom concierge button requests
- Assist with monitoring and stocking classroom supplies
- Assist with general facility requests – organize and relocate furniture and other campus assets
- Monitor incoming and outgoing traffic on designated floors and areas, including but not limited to high traffic areas such as corridors, classrooms, office spaces, washrooms, etc.
- Coordinate with other Campus Support Ambassadors and ensuring that traffic is adhering to safety guidelines
- Attend meeting and training sessions as required by the University
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on provincial regulations and the University’s procedures and protocols
- Promote and communicate best practices on campus to student, staff and faculty regularly
- Ensure students, staff and faculty are adhering to the protocols and procedures put in place by the University
- Report on any breaches of procedures or regulations to the Manager Facilities, Health & Safety
- Evaluates and recommends improvements to the procedures and protocols whenever necessary
- Distribute Personal Protective Equipment’s such as masks and/or gloves
- Monitor supplies in each designated areas and report to facilities staff any supplies that needs replenishing or restocking (e.g., empty hand sanitizer bottles, water bottles,)
- Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements
- Must be an active UCW Student
- Must be in good academic standing.
- Must be able to work overtime and on weekends.
- Must be physically fit as the job requires standing for long hours and medium to heavy lifting of
equipment and supplies. - Must take 3 shifts per week, and one of them must be either Saturday or Sunday.
Competencies:
- Ability to make sensible judgements with minimal supervision
- Flexible, adaptive to change and fast-paced environment
- Ability to stay calm whilst handling delicate or difficult situations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Customer Service oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Comfortable with light to heavy lifting
- Travel between campuses may be required
Education and Experience:
- Minimum 1 term completed as UCW student.
- First Aid certification an asset
Posted on June 7, 2023.
Primary Purpose
The Research Assistant conducts internet and grey literature reviews, environmental scans and examines existingrepositories to contribute to the development of research funding databases and scholarly profile inventories. They collect, organize and analyze information in support of the mandate of the Office of Research and Scholarship.
Specific Responsibilities
- Review websites and grey literature from government and agency websites to extract information on research funding programs
- Develop and refine from an initial template, a searchable Excel database providing key information to users on funders and funding opportunities
- Organize and analyze funding eligibility criteria for researchers, communicate and confirm information with funders as needed
- Conduct an environmental scan of post-secondary institutions’ funding databases to validate and inform the development of the UCW database
- Work with UCW colleagues to publish, promote and socialize the external funding database
- Review UCW faculty CVs and other sources of information on scholarly activity to contribute to a university-wide inventory of scholarly activity
- Participate in meetings with ORS colleagues
Key Competencies
- Strong analysis and communication skills
- Strong familiarity and comfort with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving ability
Duration and Salary: short-term contract (one term with a possibility of extension). Minimum 100 hrs/term at rate of $21.75/hr
To apply, please submit your Cover Letter and Resume in a single PDF document at [email protected]
Posted on September 8, 2023.
Primary Purpose
Reporting to the Student Life Coordinator, the UCW Student Life Assistant will assist Student Affairs and Career Development Centre in all UCW-related events and operations on campus and off campus.
Specific Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform logistic and administrative support functions for Student Life, including, but not limited to preparing presentation materials, attendance reports, satisfaction reports, and additional data management-related tasks;
- Provides information and assistance to Student Life related events, workshops, and operations;
- Assist Student Life in UCW-related events per term including New Student Orientation (NSO) week, online and on-campus;
- Support in the promotion of UCW-related events on campus and online;
- Organize resources, equipment, and facilities for UCW events, activities, and New Student Orientation (NSO) week, online and on-campus;
- Assist in planning appreciation events for volunteers;
- Be the first point of contact for student volunteers during UCW-related events and New Student Orientation (NSO) week.
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Assist Student Affairs & Services Department with operations and planning;
- Attend meetings and work in collaboration with student programs and/or committees on student-related activities and events on and off campus;
- Other duties as
Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour
To apply, please submit your application to [email protected]. We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in applying for the position; however, please note that due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
Posted on August 28, 2023.
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