Sessional Instructor, Department of Civil Engineering, ENEN 653

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Calgary's Department of Civil Engineering invites applications for a half-sessional Instructor to teach ENCI 653 Contaminated Soil Remediation in Winter 2027 (Jan 4 – Apr 30, 2027).

The successful candidate will hold a master's degree in engineering and demonstrate strong teaching ability and commitment to engineering education. Lectures are scheduled Tue/Thu 11:00–12:15, with responsibilities aligned to CEAB accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• master's degree in engineering is required.
• strong teaching ability and potential for excellent teaching.
• CEAB accreditation considerations and licensure requirements are to be observed.

Responsibilities

• Teach ENCI 653 Contaminated Soil Remediation in Winter 2027.
• Deliver lectures Tue/Thu 11:00–12:15 and maintain high teaching performance.
• Support engineering education and contribute to accreditation objectives.

Skills

Teaching

Lecture delivery

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

Description

Winter 2027
ENEN 653
Contaminated Soil Remediation

The Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Calgary has an opening for a 0.5/Half Sessional Instructor position to teach the following course in Winter 2027 (January 4 - April 30, 2027).

ENCI 653 Contaminated Soil Remediation
Overview of soil remediation engineering. Contaminant partitioning in air, water and gas phases. Phases of site assessments, physical and chemical treatment processes, soil vapour extraction, air sparging, soil washing, soil flushing, thermal desorption and incineration, solidification and stabilization, vitrification, biological treatment processes, bioremediation kinetics, ex situ and in situ techniques. Liquid phase bioremediation as it pertains to soil remediation.

Lecture 01 Tuesday, Thursday 11:00-12:15

The successful candidate will be expected to have earned a master's degree in engineering and must have a demonstrated background in the subject matter related to the course. The successful candidate must also have very good previous teaching performance or show the potential for very good to excellent teaching ability, and a strong commitment to engineering education.

The Department of Civil Engineering programs are accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB). To maintain our programs' accreditation, faculty must be licensed to practice engineering in Alberta. The successful candidate will be expected to hold professional engineering licensure with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or the equivalent association in another Canadian province.

Under Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University of Calgary is committed to employment equity and diversity. If you are a graduate student, please note that you must receive permission from your graduate supervisor before applying.

The deadline for applications is October 28, 2026.

Department Head
Department of Civil Engineering
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategyii' taa'poh'to'p 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.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([e-mail]).

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 terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Schulich School of Engineering, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world'scleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years.Calgar is a city of leaders - inbusiness, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit froma growing number of world-class dining and cultural eventsand 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.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.