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Academic Full-time Replacement Position
(First consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal applicants in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements)
Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry, and workforce needs, and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.
As a preferred employer, Conestoga is committed to supporting the development and well-being of our employees through competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and ongoing professional and personal learning opportunities that result in enhanced skills, shared successes, and an engaged college community.
Responsibilities
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• Fulfilling responsibilities as defined in the Academic Employees Collective Agreement
• Defining, evaluating, and validating program and course learning outcomes
• Participating in department, portfolio/school and college-wide activities/task groups as required
• Ensuring program and course curriculum are current, relevant, and reflective of best practices in the field
• Designing, updating, and delivering a variety of courses including project courses
• Development of industry partnerships and collaboration with industry partners
• Creating and maintaining a positive learning environment that supports the diversity of students’ cultures, educational backgrounds and learning styles
• Developing alternative delivery strategies, online course development, and teaching as required
• Support applied research activities including the identification and selection of potential projects
• Designing appropriate strategies and tools for facilitating and evaluating student progress and achievement
• Working in a collaborative, collegial manner both within the department and across the college

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of senior management experience in supply chain management and operations required
• Minimum three years of post-secondary teaching experience is required
• Designations in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or Project Management are preferred (SCMP, CSCMP, CPIM, CLTD, CSCP, P.Log, CPPB, CPPO)
• Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are considered an asset
• Strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and ability to support Conestoga’s continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Experience of computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and educational technologies (e.g., D2L) is preferred
• Demonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with curriculum development is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to relate to learners and providing a positive learning environment to students working at different skill levels including international students and students requiring accommodation is an asset
• Master’s Degree in Engineering or Business with a focus on supply chain and operations management is required; PhD. is considered an asset
• Proven track record in applied research including peer-reviewed publications is considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team
• International experience is an asset

The successful candidate will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus according to program needs. Employment commences August 2023 and the vacation period for this position will be scheduled during the Spring semester.
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Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry, and workforce needs and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.
We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Conestoga College is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources via the Contact page.