The Faculty of Education at the University of New Brunswick invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Early Childhood Education. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in a relevant field and have a beginning record of scholarly publishing. Direct experience in elementary public school and/or early years teaching, professional development with early years and/or elementary teachers, or curriculum writing experience is essential. This person will be an integral member of the ECE faculty, contributing to the research, teaching and professional learning conducted by the Early Childhood Centre. The ideal candidate will have experience working with the International Baccalaureate Program and will have demonstrated ability with teaching in on-line formats.
The position requires a proven understanding of current theories of early literacies, and current trends and issues in various areas of practice related to early years/elementary education. Responsibilities will include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, student supervision at the master's and doctoral levels, pursuit of a program of funded research and scholarship, and teaching online in the Early Childhood Education Bachelor of Education online degree.
The appointment, effective July 1, 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter, will be at the Assistant Professor level.
The University of New Brunswick is one of the oldest public universities in Canada. It offers degrees in more than 60 disciplines encompassing a range of academic and professional programs. The Faculty of Education offers a variety of graduate and undergraduate programs in teacher education and adult education that are delivered face to face and online. The Faculty is active in international programs and has been highly successful in obtaining research grants and contracts.
Fredericton, New Brunswick, is located by the Wolastoq (the beautiful and bountiful river), has many kilometers of walking trails and a very active arts community. Fredericton provides the opportunity for a balanced, environmentally friendly lifestyle.
Applications should be submitted not later than February 24, 2023. Selection and interviews will be conducted as soon as possible thereafter. A letter of application, current curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, one example of a scholarly publication reflecting your current research interests, and the names of three referees should be sent.
This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
Application packages should be directed to:
Dr. Sharon Wahl
Dean
Faculty of Education, The University of New Brunswick
PO Box 4400, Fredericton, NB, Canada E3B 5A3
Email: wjones@unb.ca
Phone 506-453-4862
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.