Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, and located on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Attawandaron (Neutral) peoples, invites applications for a two-year Definite Term Lecturer appointment at the level of Lecturer in the School of Social Work to commence August 1, 2022
Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social engagement through the School of Social Work, and the Social Development Studies Department; global engagement through our Culture and Language Studies Department and Studies in Islam Program; and community engagement in our non-degree programs, including the English Language Institute, through the Centre for Continuing and Professional Education.
Affiliated with the University of Waterloo since 1959, Renison University College is committed to excellence in teaching and research. Faculty members at Renison are direct employees of Renison University College and participate in the University of Waterloo pension and benefits plans. More information about the college is available at https://uwaterloo.ca/renison
The successful candidate will be required to teach BSW- and MSW- level courses from a range of theoretical frameworks, including critical perspectives. BSW- and MSW- level courses are offered on-campus and online. Applicants must demonstrate excellence or the promise of excellence in teaching, with preference given to applicants with online teaching experience and teaching, practice, and scholarship in the area of health (broadly defined in relation to the social and structural determinants of health and well-being) and health services. The successful candidate will demonstrate engagement with the mission statement of the School in their teaching and scholarship. Candidates who will bring Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) knowledges and pedagogies to the School and members of equity-deserving groups are preferred.
The appointment will carry a teaching load of seven (7) courses over three academic terms (Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer). The successful candidate will begin teaching in August 2022 during the MSW on-campus Summer Institute when a one-week intensive MSW course is offered.
Candidates must have a BSW or MSW degree, and a PhD (or near completion) in Social Work or a related discipline. Substantial practice experience in social work, social policy, and/or community engagement is required, as is experience working with diverse and marginalized populations.
The School of Social Work prepares social work practitioners through an accessible and inclusive curriculum, at both baccalaureate and masters levels, in a learning environment that fosters caring and ethical social work practice within a local and global context. The School is committed to positive social change through the principles of justice, equity and respect for diversity
Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability, or disability including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the selection process. Please contact Melanie McKellar (x28728 or melanie.mckellar@uwaterloo.ca) at Renison’s Human Resource department with accommodation requests.
Application materials should be addressed to Dr. Andrea Daley, Chair of Search Committee at andrea.daley@uwaterloo.ca and submitted online as PDF files at Interfolio.
Please submit an electronic application that includes a complete curriculum vitae, a signed letter of application including a brief outline of your current program of research, a teaching dossier, and three confidential letters of recommendation.
The successful candidate will also be asked for consent to have an educational and criminal records verification completed. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.
The deadline for applications is June 17, 2022.
Review of applications will begin on June 20, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled.
Further enquiries can be directed to Dr. Andrea Daley, Chair of Search Committee (andrea.daley@uwaterloo.ca)
