The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
The Faculty of Kinesiology is looking a Sessional Instructor to teach KNES 785 - Training Strategies for Health and Sport in Fall 2020. Please note that the method of instruction for this course may be online. Applicants must have experience delivering courses in a remote setting, which includes evidence of successful use of online lectures, student participation channels and assessment methods.
KNES 785 Course Description
The science of improving health and athletic performance with appropriate periodized stress and recovery.
Teaching Responsibilities:
- Instructor of record for the course including all grading and instruction
- Collaborate with exercise physiology technicians on laboratory component
- Strong proficiency with online instruction tools (e.g., Zoom, Yuja, D2L, etc.)
- Other assigned duties
The successful candidate will have PhD in the related field with advanced expertise in teaching a physical activity.
Applicants will need to submit the following documentation(s), by applying online via the 'Apply Now' link:
- Cover letter specifying the course(s) that they wish to apply for
- Current curriculum vitae
- Teaching Statement*
- Three (3) letters of reference*
*Required ONLY for first time appointments to the Faculty of Kinesiology
Application Deadline: July 21, 2020
For additional information on the courses, please visit our website. Thank you for submitting your application to the University of Calgary in the Faculty of Kinesiology. Please be aware that only those candidates chosen to proceed in the selection process will be contacted. We encourage you to continue to visit our website at http://careers.ucalgary.ca to view new opportunities.
Sessional positions are offered on a per course basis. Please see The Faculty Association of the University of Calgary (TUCFA) website for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.
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. 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)
Additional Information
To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Kinesiology visit Careers in the Faculty of Kinesiology.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
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.
