Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in Mining Engineering

at  University of Alberta

Department Faculty of Engineering - Civil and Environmental Engineering Dept
Hours per week -
Posted date October 10, 2024
Closing date November 29, 2024
Position Type Full Time

DESCRIPTION

The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta is seeking applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor position in Mining Engineering with a focus on applications of data science and computer-aided design; mining equipment, automation or robotics; mine closure and reclamation; critical minerals and the clean energy transition; sustainability and community relations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Mining engineering or a related field. Appointment is contingent upon the appointee completing all requirements for and being awarded a PhD degree in the noted field no later than the start date of the appointment
• Experience effectively communicating the results of research within and outside of the academy, including publications in reputable, peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings
• Licensed Professional Engineer or progress towards becoming a licensed Professional Engineer through the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) within five years from the date of hire.
• Ability to effectively develop, instruct, and engage learners in engineering curriculum
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Considered an Asset

• Teaching experience and training in teaching, lesson planning, and curriculum design
• Teaching, research, service, and volunteer work related to the role as well as community boards and organizations and outreach to and helping in underserved and underrepresented communities
• Grant application and financial management experience and/or training
• Industry experience in engineering, trades, sciences, and technology industries
• Experience with interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects as well as with managing large, multi-year research projects
• Experience working with industry and community partners for research projects
• Team, lab, and facility management experience, including but not limited to safety, supervision, and procurement

The role will be in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. Faculty members are full members of the department and play an active role in democratic processes and governance. The responsibilities of the role include active participation in teaching, research, and service

• Teaching (40%): Participation in teaching programs, including classroom teaching, supervision of students conducting research, and personal interactions with and advising students. An Academic Faculty member may decide on specific course content and instructional methodology, recognizing the approved course description, and academic policy approved by the Department, the Faculty, and the University. Teaching is year-round with most courses in the Fall (September to December) and Winter (January to April) semesters. Teaching assignments are decided in discussion with the Department Chair. As the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board accredits the undergraduate degree programs, licensure as a Professional Engineer in Alberta is required. Licensure must be obtained within five years of the hire date
• Research (40%): Participation in research, including the preparation or performance of creative works and reflective inquiry, and disseminating research results by means appropriate to the discipline. Academic Faculty members are encouraged to seek financial support for research from granting agencies or other sources.
• Service (20%): An Academic Faculty member shall be actively engaged in service to the University and participate in the collegial responsibilities of departmental, Faculty, and University governance. Provision of service to the discipline of the Academic Faculty member; participation in the governance of the University, the Faculty, and the Department, and dissemination of knowledge to the general public by making available the Academic Faculty member’s expertise and knowledge of the discipline.

The Department Chair supervises Faculty Members. Annually, Faculty Members prepare and submit a report of their university responsibilities to the Department Chair and the Dean. We offer a competitive market salary. For information about the responsibilities, salary, benefits, leaves, and related details, see the most recent collective agreement for academic faculty members.