Course - ENVRSUST 9011 001 & 002 - Foundations of Sustainability
Top Benefits
About the role
About Western
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.
About Us
The Centre for Environment and Sustainability (CES), is an interdisciplinary initiative supported by the Faculty of Science (host faculty), Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Social Science, and other contributing faculties. It is home to the Masters of Environment and Sustainability program and the Collaborative Environment and Sustainability program
Course Information
The foundations course is specifically designed to cover a broad range of issues in sustainability from the history of environmental science and current sustainability practices to the ethics of sustainability and the future of sustainable development. The foundations course focuses on developing skills for employment opportunities in sustainability including local NGOs, applied academic research, government policy, international diplomacy and corporate sustainability. Case studies are specially selected to integrate theory with applied practice and build a diverse collection of real-world examples for graduates to draw upon in the future.
More information on the program is available at https://www.uwo.ca/mes/program_components/courses.html
Please Note that the MES program plans to have two sections for this course, with a team of instructors:
- Each instructor will be hired at a 0.25 FCE.
- There will be a total of 12 sessions for each section at 3.5 hours per session.
- Section 001 delivered 9-12:30 and section 002 1:30-4:00 pm on the same day
- All applicants must be available for both section times
- Some classes will take place in the Fall term with the remainder in the Winter term.
- Course will be delivered weekly
- The days of instruction may vary from week to week.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for all activities associated with the successful delivery of the course, including but not limited to: developing, preparing, and delivering the course; setting and marking examinations, assessing the academic work of students, and reporting grades.
Candidates must be willing to undertake training as required by the Employer including, but not limited to, training in respect of health and safety, harassment and discrimination, and legislated service standards.
Qualifications
Candidates must have academic or industry experience in a relevant discipline and a demonstrated record of high performance and expertise in the specific subject area.
Applying at Western
In submitting your application, candidates should attach a curriculum vitae and evidence of successful teaching, together with the names and contact information of qualified individuals who could be contacted about their teaching experience and ability.
In accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications, including qualifications which go beyond the requirements for the position. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.
Course offerings could be assigned to the workload of full-time faculty or to part-time faculty with seniority or preference rights in accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, or left unfilled based on operational/enrolment requirements. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
Recent Western graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.
About Western University
With over 30,000 students and 300,000 alumni, Western is a leading research-intensive university and global community of individuals focused on making change in the world, today.
We welcome scholars from around the world to beautiful London, Ontario.
Course - ENVRSUST 9011 001 & 002 - Foundations of Sustainability
Top Benefits
About the role
About Western
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.
About Us
The Centre for Environment and Sustainability (CES), is an interdisciplinary initiative supported by the Faculty of Science (host faculty), Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Social Science, and other contributing faculties. It is home to the Masters of Environment and Sustainability program and the Collaborative Environment and Sustainability program
Course Information
The foundations course is specifically designed to cover a broad range of issues in sustainability from the history of environmental science and current sustainability practices to the ethics of sustainability and the future of sustainable development. The foundations course focuses on developing skills for employment opportunities in sustainability including local NGOs, applied academic research, government policy, international diplomacy and corporate sustainability. Case studies are specially selected to integrate theory with applied practice and build a diverse collection of real-world examples for graduates to draw upon in the future.
More information on the program is available at https://www.uwo.ca/mes/program_components/courses.html
Please Note that the MES program plans to have two sections for this course, with a team of instructors:
- Each instructor will be hired at a 0.25 FCE.
- There will be a total of 12 sessions for each section at 3.5 hours per session.
- Section 001 delivered 9-12:30 and section 002 1:30-4:00 pm on the same day
- All applicants must be available for both section times
- Some classes will take place in the Fall term with the remainder in the Winter term.
- Course will be delivered weekly
- The days of instruction may vary from week to week.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for all activities associated with the successful delivery of the course, including but not limited to: developing, preparing, and delivering the course; setting and marking examinations, assessing the academic work of students, and reporting grades.
Candidates must be willing to undertake training as required by the Employer including, but not limited to, training in respect of health and safety, harassment and discrimination, and legislated service standards.
Qualifications
Candidates must have academic or industry experience in a relevant discipline and a demonstrated record of high performance and expertise in the specific subject area.
Applying at Western
In submitting your application, candidates should attach a curriculum vitae and evidence of successful teaching, together with the names and contact information of qualified individuals who could be contacted about their teaching experience and ability.
In accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications, including qualifications which go beyond the requirements for the position. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.
Course offerings could be assigned to the workload of full-time faculty or to part-time faculty with seniority or preference rights in accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, or left unfilled based on operational/enrolment requirements. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
Recent Western graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.
About Western University
With over 30,000 students and 300,000 alumni, Western is a leading research-intensive university and global community of individuals focused on making change in the world, today.
We welcome scholars from around the world to beautiful London, Ontario.