Assistant Professor, Business Law

Mount Royal University; Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Rec centre membership

Learning & training

Job summary

Mount Royal University in Calgary, AB, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Business Law, beginning July 1, 2027, subject to budget. The role centers on undergraduate teaching in business law, with opportunities to develop courses in employment, privacy, and human rights, and to build an active research program involving undergraduates.

The candidate should demonstrate commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, and may be hired in a

Qualifications

• LLB or JD required; Master of Laws or related Master’s degree.
• PhD will be an asset.
• Expertise in Canadian Business Law and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate business law courses and contribute to the design/delivery of law-related courses.
• Develop and maintain an active research program; involve undergraduate students in research.
• Engage in scholarship with emphasis on equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in a collegial environment.
• Possibly work within teaching/scholarship/service or teaching/service patterns and contribute to service to MRU.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

LLB/JD

LLM/Masters in related discipline

PhD an asset

Job description

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Job Title

Assistant Professor, Business Law

Job Type

Permanent

Union

MRFA

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Position End Date (if applicable)

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About this Position

About the Faculty of Business, Communication Studies and Aviation

The Faculty of Business, Communications Studies and Aviation has approximately 4,000 students and includes the EFMD accredited Bissett School of Business and the School of Communication Studies. The Bissett School of Business offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with majors in General Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Finance, International Business, Supply Chain Management, and Marketing. Aviation is also part of the Bissett School of Business. The Aviation programs include a Bachelor of Aviation Management (BAM), an Aviation Diploma and a flight school at our Springbank Aviation Campus. The School of Communication Studies offers a Bachelor of Communication Studies with majors in Journalism and Digital Media, Broadcast Media Studies, Information Design, and Public Relations.

About the Department of International Business, Supply Chain Management and Aviation

The Supply Chain Management BBA major is designed to educate students on trends in global supply chains, international trade and the growing need for businesses to develop more effective processes to create and distribute products and services. The International Business BBA major prepares students to operate and compete in the global business environment through a combination of theory and application. Students develop in-depth knowledge of global trade and cross-cultural management, in addition to methods and strategies associated with foreign market entry. The BAM and Diploma in Aviation blend pilot training with business strategy to prepare students for high-impact roles in airline and airport operations, aerospace logistics and aviation leadership. Students who take the Diploma or Flight Crew Operations concentration of the Bachelor’s degree graduate with a commercial pilots license and multi-engine rating. In addition to the majors and diploma, the Department of International Business, Supply Chain Management and Aviation oversees delivery of the Minor in Data Analytics and Statistics courses required for all BBA students. Furthermore, Business Law is housed in this department, but delivers courses to all BBA students and students from other programs.

About the Role

The Department of International Business, Supply Chain Management & Aviation at Mount Royal University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Business Law at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2027, subject to budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a primary commitment to undergraduate teaching and the ability to develop/maintain an active research program. The primary focus will be on teaching business law courses in support of the BBA. The preferred candidate will be able to contribute to the design and
delivery of courses in business law and related legal disciplines (e.g. employment, privacy, human rights, etc.). The successful candidate will also be expected to develop / maintain an active research program. The ability to involve undergraduate students in research and attract external funding are valued
characteristics. Candidates with research expertise in any area of business law are invited to apply.

In addition to demonstrating the potential for effective teaching and productive scholarship, the successful candidate will also approach their work in a way that demonstrates an awareness of issues related to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, and that supports an inclusive environment.
The successful candidate will hold a minimum of an LLB or JD and a completed LLM / a Masters in a related discipline, have an established or emerging program of research and preferably be a member, in good standing, of a Canadian Law Society. New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) focuses on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) focuses on teaching and service only.

The successful candidate for this role will be hired into the teaching/ scholarship/service pattern (TSS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure is awarded.

Qualifications

• A completed Bachelor of Laws (LLB) / Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a completed Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree / a Masters in a related discipline. A Ph.D degree will be an asset.
• Expertise in Canadian Business Law and related areas of legal practice.
• Teaching experience in Canadian Business law at the post-secondary level.
• An emerging or established program of research.
• Membership in good standing with a Canadian Law Society is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.

If you have questions regarding the position, contact Dr. Tashfeen Hussain, Chair, Department of International Business, Supply Chain Management & Aviation at [e-mail].

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer

• Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
• Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.
• Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.