Assistant Professor - Limited Term

Mount Royal University Career Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Professor for a limited-term position in the Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences. This role emphasizes teaching hardrock Geology courses and engaging undergraduates in research. The successful candidate will contribute to a vibrant academic community, fostering student success through innovative education and research opportunities. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the university encourages applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from underrepresented groups. This position offers a competitive compensation package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid training

Vacation

Holiday closure

Personal days

Wellness benefits

Health services

Recreation programs

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold or be nearing completion of a PhD in Geology or a related field.
• Expertise in at least two of mineralogy, igneous petrology, metamorphic petrology, structural geology, geochemistry, or economic geology.

Responsibilities

• Focus on teaching existing courses in hardrock Geology.
• Involve undergraduates in research as an asset.

Skills

Mineralogy

Igneous Petrology

Metamorphic Petrology

Structural Geology

Geochemistry

Economic Geology

Education

PhD in Geology or related field

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor - Limited Term

Job Type

Limited Term

Union

MRFA

Salary Grade

Position End Date (if applicable)

4/30/2026

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology at Mount Royal University invites applications for a limited-term (9-month) position starting August 15, 2025, at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Mount Royal’s Faculty of Science and Technology offers Bachelor’s Degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Data Science, Environmental Science, Geology, and General Science, preparing students for careers in science and technology through foundational and innovative problem-solving education.

Faculty members also support liberal education by teaching General Education courses in Numeracy and Scientific Literacy, exposing students to various disciplines and developing key undergraduate skills.

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences offers a BSc in Geology, Environmental Science, minors in Geology and Geography, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Spatial Data Science.

About The Role

This position focuses on supporting the Geology Major program with an emphasis on teaching existing courses in “hardrock” Geology. Involving undergraduates in research is an asset. Priority will be given to applicants capable of teaching at least 8 of the following courses:

• GEOL 1101 - The Dynamic Earth
• GEOL 1103 - Earth Through Time
• GEOL 1109 - Introduction to Geology
• GEOL 2105 - Structural Geology
• GEOL 2111 - Crystallography and Optical Mineralogy
• GEOL 3103 - Igneous Petrology
• GEOL 3111 - Metamorphic Petrology
• GEOL 3113 - Geochemistry
• GEOL 4300 - Advanced Geological Field Methods
• GEOL 4601 - Plate Tectonic Regimes

Details are available in the MRU 2025-2026 Academic Calendar.

Candidates should hold or be nearing completion of a PhD in Geology or a related field, demonstrating expertise in at least two of mineralogy, igneous petrology, metamorphic petrology, structural geology, geochemistry, or economic geology. Industry experience and academic background are assets.

The successful candidate will be hired into the teaching/scholarship/service (TS) pattern, focusing on teaching and service, with involvement in research encouraged.

For more information, contact Dr. Michelle DeWolfe at [e-mail].

**Closing Date:** May 9, 2025

Applicants should submit a complete dossier online, including a cover letter, CV, teaching dossier with philosophy and effectiveness evidence, IDEA statement, research statement, and three referees’ contact info, compiled into a single PDF named LastName,Initial-ReqNo.pdf.

Note: MFRA positions are not part of the hybrid work program.

We encourage all qualified applicants, especially those legally authorized to work in Canada, to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For accommodations during the recruitment process, email [e-mail].

**About MRU**

Founded in 1910 in Calgary, Alberta, Mount Royal University emphasizes teaching excellence, liberal education, and undergraduate research, serving over 15,000 students across various bachelor programs.

The university recognizes and respects Indigenous land and promotes diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.

**What We Offer**

MRU offers a competitive compensation package, including paid training, vacation, holiday closure, personal days, and wellness benefits, along with campus amenities like health services, recreation, and wellness programs.