Assistant Professor – Film Studies, Mount Royal University (Applicant Review Begins: 31 March 2024)

The Film Studies Association of Canada (FSAC); Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in Calgary is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor in Film Studies to join their faculty. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to teach a diverse range of undergraduate courses while fostering connections with filmmakers and film scholars. The role emphasizes a balance of teaching, research, and community service, allowing for the development of innovative curriculum and engagement with local and international film organizations. If you are dedicated to enhancing student success and committed to diversity in education, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Pension Plan

Health and Personal Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Winter Holiday Closure

Personal Days

Free Recreation Centre Membership

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Film Studies required with an emerging or established scholarly work.
• Experience in teaching Film Studies and curriculum development is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Film Studies and host visiting filmmakers.
• Engage with film communities and contribute to program service.

Skills

Film Studies

Teaching Experience

Curriculum Development

Research Skills

Diversity Awareness

Filmmaking Experience

Education

Ph.D. in Film Studies

Job description

Job: Assistant Professor – Film Studies, Mount Royal University (Applicant Review Begins: 31 March 2024)

Mount Royal University is accepting applications for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Film Studies to commence July 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval.

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 establish and maintain a research program and is involved in service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. The successful candidate for this position will be hired into the teaching/scholarship/service pattern (TSS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure. The TSS pattern typically requires faculty members to teach six three-credit three-hour classes per academic year. The average class is approximately 30 students.

Research and service opportunities may include supervision of research assistants or Honours students. The Office of Research, Scholarship and Community Engagement (ORSCE) provides support for research and scholarly activities.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses in Film Studies;
• Hosting visiting filmmakers and film scholars;
• Fostering ties to film communities;
• Engaging with local, national, and international Film Studies and filmmaking organizations;
• Collaborating effectively with full-time and contract faculty members on curriculum re-development and educational innovation;
• Remaining current in areas of teaching responsibility;
• Contributing to program, university, and community service;
• Participating in the General Education program.

Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Film Studies is required, as is an emerging or established body of scholarly work in Film Studies. The following would be considered assets: filmmaking experience, connections to film/digital storytelling communities, or additional areas of expertise relevant to our program.
The successful candidate must possess the ability to teach several undergraduate Film Studies courses currently offered in the Mount Royal University Calendar. There will also be the opportunity to develop new courses in one’s areas of expertise. In addition, any of the following would strengthen a candidate’s application:

• Successful previous post-secondary teaching experience in courses related to Film Studies;
• Experience in curriculum development (e.g., creating courses, lectures, learning activities, and assignments);
• Demonstrated commitment to enhancing diversity and diversity awareness.

About MRU
Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, we acknowledge the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda Nation, the people of the Tsuut’ina Nation, and the Métis.

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University has built a reputation for providing students with a robust liberal education foundation. Mount Royal University’s vision is to provide an exceptional undergraduate educational experience for students. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor’s degrees and 38 majors.

A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, we are known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research.

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 Mount Royal University, 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. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.