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Biology Lab Coordinator (Temporary)
Posted March 9, 2010

Algoma University invites applications for the appointment of a Biology Lab Coordinator [Temporary] for a four month term, working the equivalent of three days per week commencing August 16, 2010 and ending December 15, 2010.

Reporting to the Chair of Biology, under the direction of the Dean, the Biology Lab Coordinator is responsible for the following tasks: laboratory preparation, budget maintenance and ordering, and chemical and MSDS inventory.

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Laboratory preparation: including preparation of solutions (i.e., set-up), gathering demonstration materials, organising supplies, obtaining plant and animal material, and post-lab clean-up. Liaising with, and supporting all BIOL and CHMI faculty to ensure that all lab sections are well-supplied and prepared prior to course delivery.
- Teaching assistant supervision: Responsible for supervising, supporting and training teaching assistants, if available. Assisting in development and implementation of new laboratory exercises, performing trial runs on new and old exercises as needed to ensure success in classes.
- Budget maintenance and ordering: Providing, maintaining and purchasing stocks, materials, and lab organisms. This includes determination of faculty needs, comparative pricing, and ordering. Maintain documentation (e.g., spreadsheets) of needs, ordering and regular reporting.
- Chemical inventory: including ongoing maintenance of a complete inventory of all chemicals in the facility; maintaining and updating (as necessary) all MSDS records; marking all chemicals with appropriate MSDS labels.
- Maintaining and supervising use of lab equipment.
- Reporting any facility maintenance to the head of the department and advising physical plant of any repairs, additions or modifications needed within the laboratories.
- Other Duties: including any other, non-specified functions relating to the effectiveness of the Biology and Chemistry Departments.
Minimum Qualifications:
- M.Sc. in a natural science discipline
- Experience in plant and animal care
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent creative problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated initiative
- Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines
- WHIMS training (can be taken upon hire)
Deadline for submission of applications is April 6th, 2010 or until the position is filled.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Algoma University encourages applications from all qualified women and men, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

Interested candidates should forward, electronically, a letter of application and a curriculum vitae along with three letters of recommendation from professional references addressed to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean, Algoma University. Email: deanapps@algomau.ca.

Please note only selected candidates will be contacted. Algoma University reserves the right to not fill or re-post the position as required.
Manager of Financial Aid and Awards
Posted February 19, 2010

This is a full-time temporary replacement position.

Qualifications:
- University degree and 3 to 5 years experience in financial aid or a related educational-administrative setting
- ability to work independently and as a team
- superior organizational, administrative skills
- superior skills in conflict-management, creative problem solving and interpersonal relationships
- proficiency in computer usage
For a detailed job description, please click here.

Please submit resume along with three references to the attention of:

Karen Doyle, Director of Human Resources
Algoma University, 1520 Queen Street, East
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2G4
or by email to: hr@algomau.ca

Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.
Vice-President, Finance & Administration

Posted February 12, 2010

Vice-President, Finance & Administration

This opening offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role in building a unique new university from the ground up.

Algoma University is the Ontario's newest fully accredited university. Surrounded by rich, natural beauty and based within the agreeable, affordable border city of Sault Ste. Marie, this former 40-year affiliate of Laurentian University currently offers 30 academic programs and one Master's program. The position of VP, Finance & Administration provides an opportunity to shape and grow a close-knit community of 1,200 students, 120 faculty and 90 administrative and support staff.

Working alongside the President, you will lead finance, administration, and facilities and physical plant management - including the University's satellite campus in Brampton, Ontario. Ensure effective and compliant financial systems and practices. Oversee the evolution of IT systems. Work with administration to source and negotiate grants. Exercise your entrepreneurial skills by generating additional revenues for Algoma. Become a champion of this institution's special role - to provide a particular focus on northern needs, and to cultivate cross-cultural learning between Aboriginal and other communities.

In addition to your accounting designation, you likely have at least several years' broad management experience in a university, research or healthcare setting. Join a team that values engagement, involvement, and inclusion. You'll add both strategic and hands-on leadership to a new institution that is ready to do great things.

The search panel will begin its review of applications in late February 2010. Requests for more information and applications (comprising a c.v./resume and cover letter) should be submitted by mid-February to algoma@odgersberndtson.ca.

Algoma University encourages applications from all qualified women and men, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
Faculty Position, Law & Politics

Posted February 12, 2010

The Department of Law and Politics at Algoma University invites applications for a contract limited appointment in Political Science at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or be near completion, have a demonstrated commitment to research and undergraduate teaching, and possess expertise in Canadian Government and Politics, and Canadian Public Administration and Public Policy. Expertise in Canadian Aboriginal Law and Politics is desirable.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, a teaching dossier and a sample of recent scholarly writing or publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.
Conference Coordinator/Research Assistant -- NORDIK Institute
Posted February 9, 2010

Conference Coordinator/Research Assistant -- NORDIK Institute

(www.nordikinstitute.com)

Primary Functions:
1. Coordination of regional conferences to be held in Sault Ste. Marie: 60%
2. Assist with research in the Linking, Learning, Leveraging project: 20%
3. Marketing & Promotions: 10%
4. Other related duties as assigned: 10%
Responsibilities & Duties:
1. Work with staff, volunteers and committees to organize two regional conferences
2. Coordinate the design and printing of all conference documentation and promotional materials
3. Identify and contact potential conference participants (organizations, communities, academics)
4. Assist in following up with the documentation and report writing of the conference proceedings
5. Assist community organizations in identifying issues regarding the growth of the social economy in Northern Ontario
Skills Preferred:

Post-secondary graduate from a recognized university or college, preferably in Business Administration, Community Economic and Social Development or related field, within the last three years.
- Excellent time management
- Event planning experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Knowledge of grant/proposal writing
- Previous research experience/courses an asset
- Experience with Microsoft Applications
- Knowledge of Anishinaabe Culture
- Self-starter and team player
Working Conditions:

The hours of work will be 8:30 – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday with some evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications:

Northern Ontario secondary school graduates 29 years of age or under who recently graduated from an accredited college or university. Graduates from a high school outside of Northern Ontario who have resided in the North for at least one year are also eligible. Mature graduates may be considered.

Application Deadline: Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 4:00pm

Please send cover letter and resume to:
Karen Doyle
Director, Human Resources
Algoma University
1520 Queen Street East
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2G4
Email: hr@algomau.ca
Research Chair in Natural Products Chemistry and/or Chemical Ecology

Posted January 21st, 2010

Algoma University invites applications for a tenure-track Research Chair in Bio-products to join the Department of Biology, at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful applicant will have expertise in Natural Products Chemistry and/or Chemical Ecology. Specific areas of expertise being sought include, but are not limited to, biochemistry, phytochemistry, chemical ecology, applied pharmacology. Preference will be given to individuals who have interest in invasive species biology, an area of focus for the Department of Biology at Algoma University. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and will benefit from a strong research record including postdoctoral training as well as teaching experience.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program in bio-products and/or chemical ecology, and to develop a regional network of academics dedicated to bio-products-related Research and Development, potentially involving innovation in the value-added forestry and agriculture industries. The candidate will be expected to initiate research projects and prepare funding applications based on academic, public and private sector collaborations including provincial, federal and international partners. Regional centers of excellence that provide opportunities for collaboration include the Natural Resources Canada, Great Lakes Forestry Centre, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Ontario Forest Research Institute and the Northern Ontario School of Medicine.

We encourage applicants to explore the diverse resources of Sault Ste. Marie at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until March 30, 2010 or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Algoma University offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and has an excellent benefits plan. The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizen and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable employer encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and persons of Aboriginal heritage.
Faculty Positions, Community Economic and Social Development

Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for two positions in Community Economic and Social Development (CESD) for a contract limited appointment or tenure-track appointment at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010 and a nine month limited term appointment beginning August 1, 2010. CESD is an interdisciplinary innovative program which takes a critical approach to regional development with an emphasis on small cities, rural, Northern and Indigenous communities. CESD is accredited by both CANDO and EDAC, and has a strong community-based research component.

The successful candidate must have completed a PhD, demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching, and possess research expertise in several of the following: rural or international development, Indigenous studies, environmental studies, adult education or community development. The successful candidate will take a holistic approach to development, be knowledgeable of Indigenous cultures and have demonstrated experience in community based research. Demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program and secure external research funding is an asset. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Geography

Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for a contract limited appointment or tenure-track appointment at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010. The successful candidate must have completed a Ph.D., have a demonstrated commitment to research and undergraduate teaching in either human or physical geography, and must possess research expertise in geomatics. Demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program and secure external research funding is an asset. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Social Work

Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for a limited term appointment or tenure-track appointment in Social Work at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor as a Field Practicum Program Developer and Placement Coordinator, beginning July 1, 2010. The successful candidate must have completed a PhD, demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching, and possess experience in field practicum supervision, and recruitment of practicum settings. Knowledge of Indigenous cultures is an asset.

The successful candidate will play an important role in driving the success of Algoma University's newly proposed four-year Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) (anticipated to start Sept. 2011). The new BSW program will focus on Northern, rural/remote, structural, Anishinaabe and feminist social work, including community development. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Math and Computer Science

Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for a contract limited appointment or tenure-track appointment at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010. The successful candidate must have completed a PhD, have a demonstrated commitment to research and undergraduate teaching, and possess research expertise in areas related to Computer Games Technology which might include several of the following: artificial intelligence, computer graphics, real-time animation, simulation and modeling. Secondary backgrounds in any of the following are an advantage: distributed systems, computer security, database or software engineering. Demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program and secure external research funding is an asset.

The Department of Math and Computer Science is currently offering several programs including a Bachelor of Computer Science with specialization in Computer Games Technology (Programming). The University supports a M.Sc. in Computer Games Technology and a "Serious Games for Health" research project. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Fine Arts

Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for a limited term appointment or tenure-track appointment in Fine Arts at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010. The successful candidate must have completed an MFA, have a demonstrated commitment to studio practice and to undergraduate teaching, and possess research expertise in several of the following: Printmaking, Drawing, Painting or Design. Secondary background in Art History would be an asset. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), and a statement of teaching philosophy; visual support material should include 20 images of the candidate's work and 20 images of student work to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Candidates can submit reviews of exhibitions. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Law and Politics

Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for a contract limited appointment or a tenure track appointment in Law and Justice at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010. The successful candidate must have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent, have a demonstrated commitment to research and undergraduate teaching, and possess expertise in several of the following: Legal Theory, Philosophy of Law, Diverse Legal Traditions, and Aboriginal Law. Demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program and secure external research funding is an asset. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Business and Economics (I)

Posted December 17th, 2009

The Department of Business and Economics at Algoma University invites applications for a nine month limited term appointment at a junior rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning August 1, 2010. The successful candidate must have completed a Masters degree in Economics, PhD preferred, a demonstrated commitment to research and undergraduate teaching, and possess teaching expertise in several of the following: Introductory Economics, Public Finance, and Canadian Economic Development. Secondary backgrounds in any of the following are an advantage: Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Money and Banking. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Faculty Position, Business and Economics (II)
Posted December 17th, 2009

Algoma University invites applications for a contract limited appointment or a tenure track appointment in Business and Economics at a junior level of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2010. Candidates must have a PhD (or expected completion in 2010), evidence of excellent teaching ability at the undergraduate level, and a demonstrated ability to develop an independent research program. We encourage applicants to explore all that Sault Ste. Marie has to offer at www.city.sault-ste-marie.on.ca.

The successful candidate must possess expertise in either of the following areas:

(i) Human Resource Management, with secondary expertise in Occupational Health & Safety and/or Compensation & Benefits.

(ii) Accounting. Applicants with teaching interests in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Accounting Theory, and/or Auditing, and the ability to teach in at least two of these areas will be considered. An accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA) would be an asset.
Candidates should submit electronically: a letter of application, a CV, a research plan (up to two pages), a statement of teaching philosophy, and reprints of their three most significant publications to Dr. Arthur Perlini, Dean and Assoc. VP, Academic & Research via deanapps@algomau.ca. Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file with the file name identifying the applicant. Applicants must also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent electronically. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2010, or until the position is filled. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.

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