Instruction in Spring 2021 will be conducted through remote methods. This may entail different modes of instruction, interaction with students, and marking practices than is normally the case. It is the instructor's responsibility to adapt their teaching accordingly.

Sessional Instructors

SD 401 Sustainable Development Studio
Location: Vancouver Campus
Appointment Dates: May 10 - August 29, 2022
Lectures: Wednesdays, 4:30 pm to 8:20 pm
Course Description: Engages students in creating innovative solutions to real-world challenges of sustainability and development, using studio-based approaches. Explores mechanisms for effective social and environmental change and develops policies and strategies for implementing sustainability in different locations and at different scales.

Qualifications:

1. Graduate degree, PhD preferred; ABD candidates will be considered.
2. Knowledge of the following topics: sustainable development at the global scale; how to cultivate a more sustainable world; cases of governance, programs and policies in the Global South that foster the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in areas such as food and water security, biodiversity, inclusive economies, and clean energy.
3. Relevant experience in teaching / research related to the principles, policies and practices of Sustainable Development and/or International Development.
4. Experience with experiential and /or case-based learning preferred.

Evidence of teaching experience and excellence (i.e., student reviews, other references)

To Apply:

  Please submit your formal application (including the documents listed below) by the deadline via e-mail.

1. Please indicate the course(s) you are most interested in by order of preference.
2. An application letter outlining your qualifications and interests with specific reference to the course description.
3. A current curriculum vitae.
4. A selection of students reviews from previous courses taught.
5. The names and phone numbers of two references familiar with your professional experience.
6. If submitting electronically, please include your name in all document names (i.e. jdoe_appl.doc, jdoe_refs.doc, jdoe_cv.doc, jdoe_course.doc).

Evaluation of the adequacy of these qualifications is at the Chair’s/Director’s discretion.

Closing Date: Monday February 21, 2022 4:00pm

Equity

The University is committed to the principle of equity in employment. (See Policy GP 19.)

Privacy
The information submitted with your application is collected under the authority of the University Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c.468, s. 27(4)(a)), applicable federal and provincial employment regulations and requirements, the University's non-academic employment policies and applicable collective agreements.

The information is related directly to and needed by the University to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision. Applicant information may also be disclosed to the Teaching Support Staff Union in accordance with Article XIII F.3.1.b of the Collective Agreement.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of this information please contact the Associate VP, Human Resources, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6. Telephone 778-782-3237.

TA Position

Please review the location information carefully as some courses will be offered remotely and some will be offered in person.

** Please check the schedule of classes PRIOR to submitting your application. **

SD 381 - Building Sustainable Communities - 1 TA (marking support)
Location: Online
Duration: September 6 to December 23, 2022
Instructor: Andreanne Doyon
Qualifications: Background in Sustainable Community Development and research/field work methods. Competence in oral and written English. Previous TA experience preferred

** Closing Date for all positions: Monday, July 11, 2022 at 4:00 pm

Please direct any questions to Elissa Cyr, Manager Academic and Administrative Services. Please submit completed application forms to the REM office via email. Application forms can be found on the REM website.

The University is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Privacy: The information submitted with your application is collected under the authority of the University Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c.468, s. 27(4)(a)), applicable federal and provincial employment regulations and requirements, the University's non-academic employment policies and applicable collective agreements. The information is related directly to and needed by the University to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision. Applicant information may also be disclosed to the Teaching Support Staff Union in accordance with Article XIII F.3.1.a (iv) of the Collective Agreement. If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of this information please contact the Associate VP, Human Resources, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6. Telephone 778-782-3237.