Description
Assistant Professor or Associate Professor Teaching
The Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary invites applications for two (2) full-time academic Teaching positions who can support the University of Calgary's Strategic Plan: https://ucalgary.ca/about/ahead-of-tomorrow
The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching (tenure-track), or Associate Professor, Teaching (with tenure). The anticipated start date is January 2027 or a mutually agreed upon date.
This position can be based at the Faculty's Calgary or Edmonton campus.
The Opportunity
The position entails 80% teaching and 20% service. The service component includes service at the faculty, university and professional levels. The teaching component will include teaching BSW, MSW, and/or graduate certificate courses, with leadership and administrative engagement. Evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level in diverse delivery contexts and unique delivery models at undergraduate and graduate levels is required. Preference will be for practice experience and a strong background in more than one of the following areas:
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Leadership and organizational level practices
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Field Education
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Clinical Practice with Diverse Populations
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Africentric Worldview practices
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Indigenous Worldview practices
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Artificial Intelligence and its Impact in Social Work Education
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Mental health
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Trauma
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Child, family, group practices
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Simulation and Social Work Education
Scholarship-related duties will normally include the scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy and content of social work.
Candidate Requirements
A doctoral degree in social work or a related field, or demonstration of near-term completion of the degree, is required, as well as a Master's degree in social work (clinical practice preferred) and/or Bachelor of Social Work degree, and eligibility to register with the Alberta College of Social Worker. Specifically, requirements are as follows:
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The candidate holds a PhD in social work. In exceptional circumstances, a DSW, or Ed.D., or PhD or doctorate in an interdisciplinary-related field may be considered. A highly experienced first-time faculty member with a scheduled PhD date of defense may be considered.
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Applicants will hold either a BSW or MSW and be eligible to register with the Alberta College of Social Workers.
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Minimum of five years of full-time social work practice.
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Social work teaching success must be demonstrated.
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Demonstrated leadership in social work organizations is required.
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Demonstrated knowledge and practice in the areas of equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility and social justice is required.
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Strong communication, collaboration, organizational and computer skills are required.
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A commitment to our Faculty's Strategic Plan is required.
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A demonstrated commitment to supporting and promoting Indigenous models of practice and ways of knowing is required.
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Experience as a field instructor (supervising practicum students) is required. Demonstrated field education experience, coordination and support for field education delivery (e.g., supporting sessionals who are field liaisons and teaching integrated seminars) is an asset.
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The successful candidate must reside full-time in Alberta in the region of one of our campus locations.
Appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) requires evidence or promise of successful teaching effectiveness in a post-secondary setting. The duties of an Assistant Professor (Teaching) will also include engagement in the research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogical approaches and content in the discipline. Some experience of previous service roles is required.
Appointments at the rank of Associate Professor (Teaching) requires evidence of substantial experience in and effectiveness of undergraduate and graduate teaching in a post-secondary setting, as well as innovation in teaching methods showing that the individual can initiate and participate in a wide variety of teaching activities. The duties of an Associate Professor (Teaching) will include staying up to date with pedagogical approaches and content in the discipline. Substantial experience of previous services roles is required.
The University of Calgary adheres to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and strives to evaluate research impact responsibly and inclusively by explicitly considering discipline-appropriate methods for demonstrating the quality, significance, and societal impact of a broad range of research contributions.
Application Instructions
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online via the 'Apply Now' link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents):
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Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees
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Statement outlining previous teaching experience, including contributions to teaching, research and initiatives that positively impact the area of clinical practice or leadership (maximum 2 pages)
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A teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and an educational development plan)
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Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (maximum 2 pages)
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Statement of principles and values aligned with social work.
Questions may be addressed to:
Dr. Ellen Perrault, Dean, Faculty of Social Work, [email protected]
Applications are accepted until September 1, 2026.
Please indicate the rank at which you are applying for.The University of Calgary recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged but not required to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application. Selection committees have been instructed to give careful consideration to, and be sensitive to the impact of career interruptions, when assessing the candidate's research productivity.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' aa'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.
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 equity-deserving groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 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 ([email protected]) and requests for accommodation can be sent to the People & Culture Team ([email protected]).
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 Faculty of Social Work
The University of Calgary's Faculty of Social Work (FSW) is Canada's largest social work research school. The faculty operates with three campuses (Calgary, Edmonton, and Lethbridge). The FSW is best known for spearheading community-based research and advancing transdisciplinary collaboration.
The FSW is committed to building strong connections with community partners, government organizations, other disciplines, academic institutions, students, and community colleagues. Accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education, the FSW at the University of Calgary is an innovative social work faculty. The Faculty offers a strong practice and theory-based program that prepares students to be leaders in Social Work. With more than 1000 students currently enrolled in Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs across Canada, the FSW recruits and retains a diverse and inclusive workforce that creates the future of social work.
The University's strategic plan entitled Ahead of Tomorrow - Strategic Plan 2023-2030 will position us to be a leading university for transformative change and action by:
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Increasing access to impactful and future-focused education.
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Harnessing the power of research and innovation.
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Locating the community at the centre.
The diversity of our scholars and staff reflects the University of Calgary's commitment to ensuring that all have a rightful place to learn and grow. Through our teaching, research, and community outreach, our values underpin this commitment to serving individuals and communities to flourish. We are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusivity by cultivating an environment where people with various experiences, genders, interests, and talents feel welcome and supported.
The University has established the Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning (http://www.ucalgary.ca/taylorinstitute) that supports the development of teaching excellence and scholarly activity.
To learn more about the Faculty of Social Work please visit https://socialwork.ucalgary.ca/
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'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.
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.
About Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton is the capital city of Alberta, and offers a blend of large city amenities and natural beauty. Known as Canada's "Festival City," it balances a strong arts and culture scene with an extensive, 160-kilometer River Valley-the largest stretch of connected urban parkland in North America, nestled around a the North Saskatchewan River.
