Natalia

Natalia

Year and program: Third-year, Psychology major and Interpersonal Development minor

Where is home for you? Lima, Perú

What three adjectives best describe you?

Outgoing, organized, and friendly.

What extracurricular activities have you been involved with (UBC related or not)?

APAC 2023/24, Mental Health Awareness Club (MHAC) First Year Committee, MHAC VP Events, Looking Glass Personal Recovery Space Volunteer, Senior Orientation Leader, AMS Peer Support, West End Seniors Network Friendly Visitor.

What is your best study strategy/tip?

Gradually reviewing study materials can make a big difference! One approach that really helped me was studying in small, consistent chunks. For example, after each lecture, I would go over my notes, or I’d spend time every weekend reviewing everything I’d covered that week. By doing this, I was already comfortable with the content by the time tests came around, making the workload feel lighter and helping to reduce stress!

If you could travel back in time to your first year at UBC, what is one thing you would do differently?

If I could travel back in time to my first year at UBC, one thing I would do differently is get more involved sooner. I would push myself to go out, join clubs, attend events, and connect with people right from the start, even if it felt a bit overwhelming. Building those connections early on and exploring different communities on campus would have made the transition smoother and enriched my overall university experience!

Gia

Year and program: Fourth-year, Psychology major and Special Education minor

Where is home for you? Gurugram, India

What three adjectives best describe you?

Compassionate, Confident, Engaging

What extracurricular activities have you been involved with (UBC related or not)?

Research, mental health, dance clubs, exploring Vancouver, taking sunset pictures, thrifting.

What is your best study strategy/tip?

Here’s my go-to study tip: Active Recall + Spaced Repetition.

Active Recall is all about challenging yourself to remember info without peeking. Instead of just reading, quiz yourself or explain the concept out loud like you’re teaching someone else.

Pair this with Spaced Repetition—review material at intervals over days or weeks instead of cramming. It sticks better that way.

Mix it up by switching topics in your study sessions and try explaining ideas in your own words. Stay positive, and set up a study space where you can really focus. Trust yourself to find what works best for you!

If you could travel back in time to your first year at UBC, what is one thing you would do differently?

I would be more open to experience. Looking back, I realize that my first year was filled with opportunities I could have embraced, but I was either too scared to go and put myself out there or I didn’t know how to manage my time well. Time management is something you can take help for, from people who have been in the same position as you are now. To put yourself out there, among thousands of students in your classes, residence, and clubs, might seem daunting but it will add to one of the best years of your life. Take that step!

Psychology: Quantitative Methods (Assistant Professor)

August 10, 2023

The Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia–Vancouver campus (psych.ubc.ca) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in quantitative methods, to begin on July 1, 2024.

Prior to the position start date, the successful applicant will have been awarded a PhD (ideally in quantitative psychology, psychometrics, or a closely related field), and will have an established program of research within quantitative psychology.

We are seeking applicants with strong research records appropriate to a research-oriented doctoral program. We are looking for outstanding candidates in any area of quantitative psychology. Applicants should have research interests that complement existing strengths in the department (psych.ubc.ca/people). The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a program of scholarly research that leads to publication, conduct effective undergraduate and graduate teaching and research supervision, and contribute to departmental service.

How to apply:

Applications are to be submitted online through the Department of Psychology’s Internal Resources website here.  Applicants should upload the required documents by the deadline in this order:

  • cover letter
  • CV
  • research statement
  • a statement that details (a) your personal values and experiences related to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), broadly understood; (b) how your present or past research, teaching, mentorship, and/or service support the success and inclusion of students, research participants, and/or other stakeholders from diverse or historically underrepresented backgrounds; and (c) how you foresee these and other endeavours continuing at UBC in a way that will further our departmental commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This “EDI statement” will be carefully read as a standalone document and should include all relevant information even if aspects are also discussed in other submitted materials.
  • teaching statement
  • evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., evaluations, sample syllabi)
  • three publications

In addition, applicants should arrange to have at least three confidential letters of recommendation submitted by October 1, 2023, via email to ubcpsycjobs@psych.ubc.ca.

The deadline for applications is October 1, 2023.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Department of Psychology is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, in accordance with a 5-year strategic growth and hiring plan (see https://psych.ubc.ca/about/equity-inclusion/). As one part of the initiative, we are committed to ongoing hiring of new faculty members who share a commitment to our departmental values of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice, including expanding our departmental diversity in the broadest sense. Applicants who wish to learn more about how equity, diversity, and inclusion are valued, fostered, and celebrated in our department are welcome to contact Amori Mikami, Professor and Associate Head of Equity Diversity and Inclusion (mikami@psych.ubc.ca).

China Policy and Governance (Assistant Professor)

Aug 4, 2023

The School of Public Policy and Global Affairs (SPPGA) at The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) invites applications for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in China Policy and Governance to begin on July 1, 2024.

 

We seek a scholar who engages in applied research on policy and governance issues related to China. This may include expertise on issues of policy and governance within China, with regards to China’s global engagements, and/or comparative work between Chinese and other actors or institutions. We welcome and are committed to supporting candidates with critical perspectives, from a broad array of personal backgrounds and experiences, and across a range of potential disciplinary training. Evidence of experience in communicating to both academic and non-academic audiences and contributing to or influencing policy will be considered an asset.

 

Candidates should have demonstrated excellence or promise of excellence in research and have a strong commitment to teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and support a dynamic research program, including active policy engagements. The position is open to those specializing in quantitative as well as qualitative research. They are expected to contribute to teaching in the core curriculum of the professional Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs (MPPGA) as well as elective courses on China.

 

Candidates for this position must have a completed Ph.D. from any disciplinary or interdisciplinary field within the social sciences. Those who have progressed to the point where completion of the PhD is imminent and who demonstrate clear and superior promise of excellent research and teaching will also be considered. The successful candidate is expected to have a Ph.D. for the start of the appointment. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2024.

 

Applicants should be prepared to upload by the closing deadline of October 16, 2023 in the following order and in a single PDF file (maximum size 15MB):

  • Cover letter (up to 2 pages) that contains:
    • description of current and proposed research;
    • teaching interests and accomplishments;
    • experience of contributing to, or influencing, policy;
    • names and contact information for three scholars from whom confidential letters of assessment can be obtained.
  • Curriculum vitae;
  • Description of current and proposed research (up to 2 pages);
  • Statement (300-500 words) identifying the applicant’s philosophy of working with a diverse student body, and contributions, or potential contributions, to advancing a culture of inclusion within the university and beyond;
  • Teaching statement and evidence of teaching ability and effectiveness, including sample syllabi (may include teaching evaluations, and teaching dossier);
  • One sample of research or publication similar in length to a journal article;
  • One sample of writing that aims at communicating the results of research to a policy audience.

 

 

Review of applications will begin on 16 October 2023, and will continue until the position has been filled. Applicants with questions about the position are welcome to contact the Administration Manager, Ian Taylor, at ian.taylor@ubc.ca. This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.

 

Further Information:

 

UBC’s School of Public Policy and Global Affairs (SPPGA) is an interdisciplinary and collaborative hub that contributes to developing policies and solutions to complex global and local issues. The School offers the Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs (MPPGA), a 2-year professional global public policy program with particular expertise in Asia Pacific and sustainability. For more information on the SPPGA visit https://sppga.ubc.ca/

 

UBC-Vancouver’s Point Grey Campus is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Musqueam people, with whom UBC shares a framework Memorandum of Affiliation. For information on Indigenous initiatives at UBC, visit: http://indigenous.ubc.ca/. SPPGA is committed to increasing Indigenous engagement within its curriculum.

 

We are actively seeking to recruit from a diverse pool of applicants. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

 

UBC welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For requests, contact SPPGA Administration Manager, Ian Taylor (ian.taylor@ubc.ca). The University committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce, and in particular, for its employees with disabilities. An inclusive work environment for employees with disabilities presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. For contact information regarding UBC’s accommodation and access policies and resources (for faculty and staff as well as students), please visit the Centre for Workplace Accessibility.

https://hr.ubc.ca/health-and-wellbeing/working-injury-illness-or-disability/centre-workplace-accessibility

 

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Comparative Politics of the Global South (Assistant Professor, tenure-track)

July 26, 2023

The Department of Political Science at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver) invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in the Comparative Politics of the Global South at the level of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2024.

We seek applicants with strong research records and research potential and a demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality teaching. Within the Comparative Politics of the Global South, the area of research and teaching specialization and the geographic focus are open. The Department has a particular interest in scholars who will enhance its diversity.

The successful candidate will have completed a Ph.D. in Political Science (or related field) or be able to adequately demonstrate that all Ph.D. requirements are sufficiently close to completion. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an active program of research leading to peer-reviewed publications and the securing of external research funding, and to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate and graduate students.

The programs, faculty research interests, and general activities of the UBC Department of Political Science can be found at www.politics.ubc.ca.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. While at this time we expect in-person campus interviews to take place, applicants must be prepared to conduct interviews remotely if circumstances require.

To apply, applicants must upload online the following materials at https://poli.air.arts.ubc.ca/comparative-politics-of-the-global-south-assistant-professor-application-form-2023/

  • a cover letter;
  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a description of current and future research interests (maximum 2 pages);
  • a statement of teaching philosophy, interests and accomplishments (maximum 2 pages);
  • evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., summaries of teaching evaluations (official preferred), peer reviews of teaching, sample course materials);
  • a 1–page statement about the applicant’s experience working with a diverse student body and about contributions or potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity and inclusion;
  • one writing sample, either published or unpublished.

Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be asked to provide a written paper associated with their research presentation if the presentation is not based on the originally submitted writing sample.

In addition, applicants should arrange for three confidential signed letters of recommendation to be sent separately to the Department of Political Science, in care of Jeff Yupitun, Assistant to the Department Head, at poli.recruitment@ubc.ca. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

UBC-Vancouver’s Point Grey Campus is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Musqueam people, with whom UBC shares a framework Memorandum of Affiliation. For information relating to Indigenous initiatives that are available at UBC, visit the UBC Vancouver Indigenous portal at https://indigenous.ubc.ca. The Department of Political Science at UBC is committed to increasing Indigenous engagement within its curriculum.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Associate Professor and Republic of China Chair, Modern Chinese History and International Relations  

July 19, 2023

The Department of History, University of British Columbia (Vancouver) invites applications for a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor in modern Chinese history and international relations to hold the Republic of China Chair. The successful candidate will be jointly appointed in the Department of History and the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. We seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion of underrepresented groups in academia; to engage the needs of diverse student populations; and to diversify what and how we know about the past and how it applies to our understanding of the present. Expected start date is July 1, 2024.

Applicants should show interest and a track record in historical research on modern Chinese history (broadly conceived, which could also include the history of Taiwan, Hong Kong and the Chinese in Southeast Asia) and in research, writing and/or consulting on contemporary policy issues and international relations. Candidates should have excellent Chinese-language reading skills and the ability to engage Sinophone scholarship.

Applicants should have:

  • A PhD in History or related field and teaching experience at the tertiary level.
  • A publishing track record of exceptional quality and originality that complements or diversifies research strengths in the Department of History and policy expertise in SPPGA;
  • Experience teaching, mentoring, and addressing the learning needs of a diverse undergraduate and graduate student population;
  • Demonstrated ability to secure external funding;
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse scholarly and/or non-scholarly communities at UBC and beyond.

Applicants should apply only through the History Department’s Internal Resources website at https://hist.air.arts.ubc.ca/roc-jr13645/   Applicants should upload (in the following order, collated into a single pdf file):

  • a cover letter or letter of application (including their fit for this constellation of history, IR, and public policy);
  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as sample syllabi, student or peer evaluations of teaching, etc.);
  • a 300-500 word statement identifying the applicant’s experience relevant to working with a diverse student body, and contributions, or potential contributions, to advancing a culture of equity and inclusion within the university and beyond;
  • up to three article-length samples of scholarship (including published articles, unpublished papers, or book chapters).

Applicants should also provide names and contact information for three scholars willing to provide a letter of reference; we will request letters directly for candidates who advance in the search process.

Review of applications will begin on 15 October 2023, and will continue until the position has been filled.  Applicants with questions about the position are welcome to contact the search chair, Dr. Timothy Cheek, at t.cheek@ubc.ca.  This position is subject to final budgetary approval. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Study of Religion 2023W1 Sessional Lecturer

July 14, 2023

The Study in Religion program at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) is accepting applications for a part-time sessional lecturer to teach the following course:

 

Winter 2023 Courses, Term 1:

(September – December 2023)

Course / Section Title Credits Schedule
RGST 200 101 Introduction to the Study of Religion 3 Tue/Thu 11:00am-12:30pm

 

Course Description

Study of religion through a comparative, cross-cultural, and interdisciplinary approach to humans’ engagement with the sacred. Examines religions as complex systems that share certain fundamental common features.

 

This course is designated as “in person” and it must conform to UBC policies (found here: https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/courses/course-modes-delivery)

 

For questions regarding the course, please contact Dr. Sabina Magliocco, Program Chair at sabina.magliocco@ubc.ca.

 

Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D.* in a related area and experience in teaching at the college or university level.  An excellent teaching record based on relevant experience in the subject matter or related courses is required.

* PhD candidates who have ABD status and are in the final months of completing their degree requirements may also be considered; please indicate defense date.

 

Returning Applicants

Those who have taught for the program in the last three years can upload an updated curriculum vitae and a brief course outline.

 

New Applicants

Applicants should include with their letter of application/cover letter:

  • Curriculum Vitae, which includes a record of experience and a detailed list of all postsecondary courses taught (course name and number, length, credit value, dates, and teaching responsibilities)
  • A brief outline or paragraph statement about this course (maximum 1 page)
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness
  • Names and contact emails of two referees (only referees for short-listed applicants will be contacted)

 

Applications must be submitted online by July 31, 2023. Please submit all application materials online as pdf files and follow the instructions provided on the application webpage: https://fyp.air.arts.ubc.ca/2023w-sessional-rgst/.

 

All positions are subject to availability of funds and will be governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Lecturers.” The current minimum salary is $7,962.24 per 3-credit course.

 

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

SPPGA Term Instructors (2023 – 2024)

School of Public Policy & Global Affairs Term Instructors (Adjuncts and Sessionals)

The School of Public Policy and Global Affairs (SPPGA) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) invites applications for Adjunct Professors and Sessional Lecturers for the 2023-2024 academic year. The following courses are open for application in Term 1 and/or Term 2 (September 2023 – April 2024). Course schedules listed are preferred instruction time, but may be negotiated. In-person instruction is preferred.

PPGA 500A: Economics for Policy (3.0 Credits) – Fundamental principles of economics applied to public policy and global affairs.

Term 1 | Course schedule TBD

PPGA 504: Policy Analysis and Evaluation (3.0 Credits) – Fundamentals of policy analysis and program evaluation for a professional context. Standard tools of policy analysis, risk assessment, and evaluation to design policy interventions and implement monitoring and evaluation systems for effectiveness. Case studies for government, international organizations, and NGOs.

Term 2 | Tuesday/Thursday Mornings

PPGA 506: Public Management (3.0 Credits) – Governmental implementation and delivery of public policy. Variations in international practice, the growing interdependence of governments, firms and non-government organizations. Complexities of multi-level governance including control and accountability of governments.

Term 1 | Mondays 2pm – 5pm

PPGA 509: Communicating Policy (1.5 Credits) – The role of media, especially new media, in effectively communicating policy to stakeholders. Focus on communications formats including written, oral, and multimedia policy communications. Examples include policy briefs, presentations, and intercultural communications.

Term 2 | Wednesday mornings

PPGA 510: Professional Practice in Public Policy and Global Affairs (1.5 Credits) – Analysis of professional practice in policy and global affairs, including potential alignment with personal values, strengths, and education. Development of essential professional skills including teamwork and project management.

Term 1 | Wednesdays 2pm – 5pm

PPGA 514: Research Design and Qualitative Methods (1.5 Credits) – Research design principles and ethics. Methods for qualitative data collection and analysis to inform policy decision making. Focus on participant-observation, interviewing, focus groups, content and gender-based analysis. Restricted to students in the Master of Public and Global Affairs.

Term 2 | Mondays 9am – 12pm

PPGA 521: Development and Institutions (3.0 Credits) – Introduction to macro-level long-term development processes by which societies improve their standards of living. Development theories, historical drivers; present debates; when and how public policies can best enable economic development.

Term 1 | Course schedule flexible

PPGA 522: Development Discourses and Practices (3.0 Credits) – The meaning of development and micro/macro aspects of policy planning and implementation for development. The rise of development thought; assessment of the outcomes of development for different countries and communities.

Term 1 | Course schedule flexible

PPGA 580: Internet and Global Affairs (3.0 Credits) – The impact of Internet on policy and global affairs structural changes to: economy with reduced transaction costs; media through new publishing forms; politics through new structures for collective action; law through limits of privacy and confidentiality; governance through e-government.

Term 2 | Course schedule flexible

PPGA 591G: Special Topics in Public Policy – Global Indigenous Politics (3.0 Credits)

Term 1 or 2 | Course schedule flexible

PPGA 591V: Special Topics in Public Policy – Canadian Indigenous Policy (3.0 Credits)

Term 1 or 2 | Course schedule flexible

 

Applicants will be asked to include the following in their application:

  • Brief cover letter outlining your experience for the position,
  • Curriculum vitae (CV),
  • Recent evaluations or other evidence of teaching effectiveness,
  • names and contact information for three academic references.

 

All positions are subject to availability of funds and will be governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Lecturers.” The minimum salary (effective 2022W) will be $7962.24 per 3-credit course. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Application Deadline: June 21, 2023

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Law and Society Minor Program (Sessional Lecturer 2023W2)

May 9, 2023

The Law and Society Minor program at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) is accepting applications for a part-time sessional lecturer to teach the following courses:

 

Winter 2023 Courses, Term 2:

(January-April 2024)

Course / Section Title Credits Schedule
LASO 204 102 Introduction to Law and Society 3 Mon, Wed 1:00-2:00pm

Tutorials are scheduled on Fridays
LASO 309 201 Against the Law 3 Tue, Thu 3:30-5:00pm

 

Course Descriptions

Introduction to Law and Society (LASO 204)

This course is intended to introduce students to ideas, concepts and frameworks for thinking about the nature of law and legal processes in a global and historical—as well as a Canadian–context. The course examines the connections and relationships of law and society using an interdisciplinary approach that draws from scholarship in law, sociology, history, anthropology and political science. The course considers the locus and nature of legal authority, the purpose of law in society, why people should or do obey the law, the relationship of law to morality and between law and society, and differing historical, geographical, and conceptual approaches to law and legality.

 

Against the Law (LASO 309)

This course covers competing approaches to law and legal authority that shape social inequalities, both historically and in the present.  Topics include law as coercion, resistance through the law, and legal forms of redress and restorative justice.

 

For questions regarding these courses, please contact Dr. Carole Blackburn, blcarole@mail.ubc.ca

 

Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. related fields in the social sciences and legal studies, and experience in teaching at the college or university level, but applicants without a Ph.D. who are ABD will also be considered.  An excellent teaching record based on relevant experience in the subject matter or related courses is required.

 

Returning Applicants

Those who have taught for the program in the last three years can upload an updated curriculum vitae, course outline, and any available course evaluation summaries.

New Applicants

Applications must include the following documents:

  • Brief cover letter outlining your experience for the position
  • Curriculum Vitae, which includes a record of experience and a detailed list of all postsecondary courses taught (course name and number, length, credit value, dates, and teaching responsibilities)
  • a sample outline for this course (maximum 1 page)
  • evidence of teaching effectiveness (i.e., teaching evaluations, if available)
  • names and contact emails of two referees

 

Applications must be submitted online by June 1, 2023. Please submit all application materials online as pdf files and follow the instructions provided on the application webpage: https://fyp.air.arts.ubc.ca/2023w-sessional-laso/.

 

All positions are subject to availability of funds and will be governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Lecturers.” The current minimum salary is $ $7,962.24 per 3-credit course.

 

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Language Sciences Co-Director

May 4, 2023

Call for Applicants
Language Sciences Co-Director

Applications are invited to fill the position of Co-Director of the Language Sciences Global Research Excellence Institute, at UBC Vancouver, for a three-year term, with an anticipated start date of January 1st, 2024. The new Language Sciences (LangSci) Co-Director will work alongside returning Co-Director Dr. Bryan Gick (Professor, Department of Linguistics) to advance the goals of the Institute as outlined below.

Role of the Co-Director(s)

The LangSci Co-Directors define and lead LangSci’s research program, community and industry outreach, and knowledge mobilization efforts with support from the LangSci Steering Committee and staff.

Strategic Academic Direction

The LangSci Co-Directors:

  • Provide strategic academic direction for the institute
    • Engage with individual steering committee members (and other members) on projects relating to members’ respective portfolios and/or research challenge areas
    • Oversee the submission of large-scale tri-council or other team grants
    • Advance progress in LangSci’s identified priority areas identified in the Global Research Excellence Institute Proposal:
      • Catalyzing new interdisciplinary research programs
      • Engaging community and industry partners
      • Sharing our findings to enrich public knowledge
      • Promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within and beyond UBC
      • Cementing global leadership in emerging international LangSci research network
      • Cultivating the next generation of LangSci researchers
    • Contribute (where expertise is relevant) to the LangSci research challenge areas identified during the GREx proposal development process:
      • Simulating Languaging Bodies
      • Mapping Language Acquisition and Decline
      • Enhancing Language and Literacy Education
      • Supporting Community-Engaged Language Survivance
      • Reimagining Public Discourse

Governance

  • Chair steering committee (~4 meetings per year)
    • Approve meeting agendas outlined by Coordinator
    • Communicate regularly with steering committee members regarding opportunities and progress within their portfolios
  • Liaise with the International Academic Advisory Board (IAAB)
  • Report to Deans’ Council (Academic matters) and Research + Innovation Council (GREx matters)
  • Facilitate five-year review process with Research + Innovation Council (supported by Coordinator and other LangSci staff)

Operations

  • Provide financial oversight for Global Research Excellence Institute and other LangSci operating funds
    • Receive and review quarterly financial reports from LangSci staff
  • Supervise direct reports such as the LangSci Coordinator
  • Meet regularly (weekly or bi-weekly) with fellow co-director and Coordinator

Eligibility

Professors and Associate Professors from UBC Vancouver whose core research is related to Language Sciences’ research themes are eligible to apply.

 

How to apply

Notice of Intent

Complete the brief Notice of Intent form by 11:59pm Wednesday, May 31st, 2023.

To indicate your interest in applying for the co-director role and request any additional information, including a copy of the GREx application and recent annual reports, contact Language Sciences at language.sciences@ubc.ca.

Full application

Submit applications by 11:59pm Monday, July 10th, 2023 to Kath Imhiran at artsadmin.rc@ubc.ca. Queries may be sent to language.sciences@ubc.ca. Applications will be considered by a committee appointed by the Steering Committee and the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies in the Faculty of Arts.

 

Applications must include:

  • A current Curriculum Vitae
  • A two- to three-page statement that:
    • Provides an overview of your goals and vision for Language Sciences and alignment with LangSci’s six priorities and five research challenge areas
    • Describes your research program and its relation to Language Sciences’ research framework
    • Describes your leadership experience
    • Outlines your commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as any leadership experience in these areas; in particular, applicants are asked to provide a statement addressing: (i) past and potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity and inclusion and (ii) past or potential contributions to Indigenous engagement, through teaching, professional activity, and/or service.

Applicants are expected to consult with their unit head(s) to request approval in principle, should they be the successful candidate.

UBC is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking Musqueam people and is committed to meaningful engagement with Indigenous peoples. UBC embraces equity and diversity as integral to our academic mission. Equity and diversity are essential to academic and creative excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.  We especially encourage applications from members of groups that have historically been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

 

Acknowledgment of Service

The successful candidate may receive the equivalent of one 3-credit course buyout per academic year of their Co-Director term (contingent upon approval of the head of their academic home unit) or an honorarium in lieu, should they already have course releases through other arrangements.

Details and Timeline

Term Length (up to 3 years, renewable once) January 1st, 2024 – December 31st, 2026
Notice of Intent Deadline 11:59pm Wednesday, May 31st, 2023
Submission Deadline 11:59pm Monday, July 10th, 2023
Shortlist contacted August 2023
Interviews September 2023
Decision announcement September / October 2023
Onboarding January 2024

A PDF copy of this Call is available here: LangSci CoDirector Call_May2023