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This position has a term length of 12 months.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology is a research-intensive unit that pursues dynamic projects in the areas of bacteriology, immunology, and virology. Our research foci include host pathogen interactions, virus infection and replication, immune responses to pathogens, bacterial pathogenesis, as well as autoimmunity and cancer immunology. Our research goals are to create and improve therapeutic agents, vaccines, and physiological interventions to improve health, and diminish or prevent disease. Our strong graduate student program prepares graduates for entry into exceptional careers over a wide spectrum of areas and diverse capacities . Additionally, the Department jointly offers a rigorous undergraduate degree that educates students in the broad area of infection and immunity.

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology (MMI) invites applications for a full-time, one-year (renewable) Academic Teaching Staff (ATS) position. The teaching load is commensurate with guidelines set out in the ATS agreement and will be equivalent to 4 courses per year.

This appointment requires a Ph.D. degree with a focus in infection and immunity and extensive wet laboratory experience. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience, especially related to infection and immunity.

The appointee must be able to teach:

• MMI 133 (Medical Microbiology for Health Care Professionals)*

  This course is offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms and is a large class with ~200 students from multiple Faculties from across the University

• MMI 426 (Medical Parasitology)

  This course is offered in the Fall term and has an enrollment of ~60 students that are primarily upper-level students in the Immunology and Infection undergraduate program.

• other courses offered by MMI

• Note: this course is being renamed to “Microbiology for Life and Health”.

Information about these and other MMI courses can be found in the course listings of the University of Alberta calendar: U of A calendar. Additional information about the MMI department can be found at the departmental website: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/medical-microbiology/index.html The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

• Teaching MMI lecture courses

This position includes additional duties. These include, but are not limited to:

• Course coordination
• Curriculum development and revision
• Supervision of teaching assistants
• Serve on the MMI education committee

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. with a focus in infection and immunity

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience, especially related to infection and immunity.

Application Instructions

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This position offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with* Schedule D of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.