Associate Dean

International Society for Industrial Ecology; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Calgary is seeking an experienced Associate Dean, Sustainability Engineering, to lead initiatives in the new BSc in Sustainable Systems Engineering. This role involves overseeing faculty recruitment, managing budgets, and fostering transdisciplinary collaborations. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Engineering, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in teaching and research. This is a key leadership position with a tenure-track appointment, offering a competitive compensation package, and an application deadline of February 2, 2024.

Qualifications

• Recognized track record of teaching and externally funded transdisciplinary research.
• Experience with educational leadership and pedagogical innovation is an asset.
• Open and transparent approach to resolving complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Sustainability Engineering initiatives.
• Manage the Sustainability Engineering budget.
• Lead faculty recruitment and support professional development.

Skills

Transdisciplinary research

Leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring

Sustainability policy

Education

Doctoral degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline

Job description

Overview

The Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary invites applications for the position of Associate Dean, Sustainability Engineering, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024. This is a key leadership position within the Schulich School of Engineering (SSE). The Associate Dean appointment is a five-year term, renewable subject to review. The successful candidate will be offered a tenured academic appointment at the Professor level.

The Schulich School of Engineering is searching for an outstanding leader, transdisciplinary relationship-builder, and academic to assume the role of Associate Dean to lead the school’s Sustainability Engineering initiatives. The role includes serving as Department Head-equivalent for the new BSc in Sustainable Systems Engineering program, responsibility for the Sustainability Engineering budget in collaboration with the Administrative Manager (Sustainability Engineering), and leading the recruitment of faculty members. We are seeking a candidate who has achieved excellence and impact in their career, has a track record of building collaborations and providing support to other members, and has the potential to facilitate transdisciplinary conversations. The successful candidate will build, support, and promote Sustainability Engineering in the context of the University’s strategic plan Ahead of Tomorrow, the Indigenous Strategy, the Institutional Sustainability Strategy, and the Schulich School of Engineering’s Strategic Plan Schulich Momentum, while creating reciprocal relationships with industry, government, and the broader community on a regular and sustained basis to promote Sustainability Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for Sustainability Engineering initiatives and act as Department Head-equivalent for the BSc in Sustainable Systems Engineering program.
• Manage the Sustainability Engineering budget in collaboration with the Administrative Manager (Sustainability Engineering).
• Lead faculty recruitment and support the professional development of faculty and staff.
• Foster transdisciplinary collaboration and engagement with internal and external partners to advance Sustainability Engineering.
• Promote Sustainability Engineering in alignment with the University’s strategic plans and equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility commitments.

Qualifications

• Recognized track record of teaching and externally funded transdisciplinary research or contributions to transdisciplinary research teams in an Engineering or related field with a focus on sustainability; meet the University of Calgary requirements for appointment at the Professor rank.
• Experience with educational leadership, pedagogical innovation, and/or sustainability policy is an asset.
• Doctoral degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline; either registered as a Professional Engineer in Canada or eligible for registration.
• Ability to mentor and support junior faculty members and students; open and transparent approach to resolving complex issues; strong communication skills.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility; truth and reconciliation; and a healthy work environment for all members of Sustainability Engineering.

Application Process

How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online via the "Apply Now" link. Please note that the application process allows for only four attachments (which may require you to merge documents).

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees
• A maximum three-page statement providing a 3-to-5-year vision for Sustainability Engineering with respect to research and educational activities, leadership style, decision-making approach, and ideas to support engagement and enablement of faculty and staff in a recently established academic unit.
• Statement of research interests, accomplishments and vision (maximum 2 pages)
• Statement of teaching philosophy (maximum 2 pages)
• Statement on equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (maximum 2 pages)

Application Deadline: February 2, 2024

Questions may be addressed to:
Dr. Anders Nygren
Vice Dean, Schulich School of Engineering
Email: [e-mail]

Sustainable Systems Engineering

The BSc in Sustainable Systems Engineering is a technical, transdisciplinary engineering program focusing on how to design, integrate, and manage complex systems over their life cycles, with a goal of environmental, economic, and social sustainability. The program focuses on sustainably engineered systems and integrates material from a number of engineering disciplines (civil, chemical, mechanical, geomatics, software and electrical), as well as science, Indigenous studies, agriculture, and business.

About the Schulich School of Engineering

The Schulich School of Engineering, founded in 1965, is home to six engineering departments, nearly 200 faculty members, over 4000 undergraduate students, and more than 2000 graduate students. Guided by its strategic plan Schulich Momentum, the school continues to pursue its vision of recognition for enhancing its global research impact and driving innovation, for expanding access to and inclusivity in engineering, for contributions towards Truth and Reconciliation, and for enriching student success and experience.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world\'s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world\'s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour\'s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.