CASLLers should be aware of the attached job posting in "Public
Communication of Science:
http://careers.peopleclick.com/jobposts/Client40_UofC/BU1/External/32-3230.htm
If you have nearly-done grad students who might be interested, or
perhaps are interested yourself, please get your foot in the door asa
quickly as possible. The official closing date is Dec. 1 but we might
be able to take a few slightly late applications over the transom.
You should be aware that this position will likely include teaching
Science 311, which is writing for science majors. There is therefore
potentially more of a rhet/comp dimension to this position than might
first appear.
Doug Brent
The Faculty of Communication and Culture invites applications for a
tenure-track assistant professor position in the public communication of
science and technology. This position is a joint appointment with the
Faculty's program in Communications Studies and the Faculty of Science's
Natural Sciences Program. The position will begin July 1, 2006. The
successful candidate should hold a PhD and have strong publication
record in recognized journals, and be capable of obtaining
peer-reviewed, competitive research funding.
Public Communication of Science and Technology:
The Faculty of Communication and Culture is a dynamic faculty dedicated
to innovative, interdisciplinary teaching and research at the graduate
and undergraduate levels. Teaching duties will include graduate and
undergraduate courses in both the Communications Studies Program and in
the Natural Sciences Program. The candidate may also anticipate
involvement with the Faculty of Communication and Culture's Science,
Technology and Society Program.
The Natural Sciences Program is an undergraduate program that draws
expertise from across the Faculty of Science. It differs from
traditional, departmentally based programs by offering students greater
flexibility and an unparalleled opportunity to tailor the focus of their
education. It attracts more first-year students than all but one of the
departmentally based programs and courses offered directly by the
Program emphasize interdisciplinary inquiry, communication and
scientific literacy.
The candidate should be conversant with theories, policies, and practice
on publics and science. Competencies in any of these areas will be
valuable: health communications, environmental communications, risk
communications, science and technology issues and media coverage,
publics, communication, and innovation. The university's affiliation
with multi-sector research consortia including The Centre for Innovation
Studies and the Canadian Science and Innovation Indicators Consortium
provide opportunities for fruitful teaching and research partnerships
with industry and the community.
We are seeking a committed scholar who can develop an active research
program, supervise graduate students, thrive in an interdisciplinary
teaching and research environment, and be confident in working across
Faculties. Candidates should also be willing to integrate learning
technologies into their teaching plans. In accordance with Canadian
immigration requirements all qualified candidates are encouraged to
apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given
priority. The University of Calgary respects, appreciates and encourages
diversity.
Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, representative
publications, a detailed statement of current and future research plans,
teaching experience and interests, and the names and contact information
of at least three references directly to: Dr. Kathleen Scherf, Dean,
Faculty of Communication and Culture, The University of Calgary, 2500
University Drive NW, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2N 1N4; Fax (403) 210- 8138;
e-mail: [log in to unmask]
Consideration of application will begin December 1, 2005, until the
position is filled. The successful candidate should expect appointment
to commence July 1, 2006.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and
permanent residents will be given priority.
The University of Calgary respects, appreciates and encourages diversity.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ONLINE, AS WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS
FOR TEACHING OR RESEARCH POSITIONS AT THIS TIME.
--
Dr. Doug Brent
Associate Dean (Academic)
Faculty of Communication and Culture, University of Calgary
2500 University Drive N.W.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4
Voice: (403) 220-5458 Fax: (403) 282-6716
http://www.ucalgary.ca/~dabrent
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