The Department of Community, Development and Tourism in the Shannon School of Business at Cape Breton University invites applications for a scholar in Indigenous Business and Strategy for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position will commence July 2024 (or soon thereafter).
One of Canada’s youngest and most ambitious universities, CBU recognizes its location on Cape Breton Island as part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. CBU offers a comprehensive set of liberal arts, science, and professional programs and a unique commitment to community, economic development, aboriginal learning, and research into many aspects of environment and culture. Currently home to approximately 8000 students, CBU’s vision of higher education allows students to pursue diverse fields of study in programs with national reputations in final year student satisfaction, faculty-student interaction, and employability.
CBU delivers an authentic multicultural experience to all who become part of its academic community. Surrounded by pristine natural landscape, vibrant culture, and welcoming communities on Canada’s stunning east coast, CBU attracts students from more than 50 countries around the world. Our faculty bring passion to their teaching and research and we are known for our friendly and inclusive culture. Strong community involvement and a spirit of entrepreneurship enhance CBU’s position in post-secondary education.
The Shannon School of Business delivers an array of popular programs, including two undergraduate programs, four Post-Baccalaureate Diploma programs, and an MBA in Community Economic Development. In support of CBU’s strategic priority to “Indigenize the L’Nu way”, the Shannon School of Business has incorporated a mandatory Indigenous business course into its BBA core, and includes courses in indigenous business in its MBA and Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management programs. Further, the School is home to the Purdy Crawford Chair in Aboriginal Business Studies and our MBA program has a partnership with CANDO.
The School is seeking collaborative candidates with evidence of effective teaching in Management, Public Administration or related disciplines. Depending on qualifications and experience, courses assigned may include our mandatory Indigenous business in the BBA, Graduate level Indigenous business, strategic management, and leadership courses. Applicants are expected to demonstrate potential and commitment with regard to teaching, research/creative/scholarly activities and service to Cape Breton University, community and profession.
Candidates should have a minimum of a doctoral degree in relevant field or a closely related field from an accredited University. Candidates who are in the later stages of their PhD may be considered at the rank of Lecturer with the successful completion of the PhD being a condition of employment.
Applications for the successful candidate will include:
• a cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant
• a statement of teaching philosophy
• a statement of research
• a complete CV including a list of publications.
• A list of least three references.
o Short listed candidates will be required to submit three reference letters.
Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The union affiliation of this position is with the Cape Breton University Faculty Association.
Applications must be received by June 6, 2024.
View https://www.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/cbu/Posting/View/32 for more information and to apply.
Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Cape Breton University
Human Resources Dept.
humanresources@cbu.ca
1250 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1M 1A2
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