Hi all,

The University of Waterloo is advertising for a faculty lecturer (preferably in Geology). Please note that we are looking for an individual who is proficient in English and Mandarin Chinese and familiar with both the western and Chinese education systems. Please forward the ad below (also attached) to potential candidates.

Best regards,

Shoufa Lin

 

Lecturer, Faculty of Science, University of Waterloo

The Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo (www.science.uwaterloo.ca) is seeking applications for a Lecturer to assume a mix of teaching and service duties, with the primary purpose of serving the China 2+2 program (www.china2plus2.uwaterloo.ca). The appointment is for three years and may be renewable, and those demonstrating outstanding performance may be considered for an ongoing appointment as a Continuing Lecturer.

The successful candidate will play a leading role in the Science China 2+2 program and will teach courses in his/her areas of expertise at Waterloo and potentially also at the partner universities in China. He/she may have the option to carry out research involving students.

The successful candidate should have a PhD in a Science discipline (preferably in Geology), have demonstrated or potential excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level, have excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, have a good understanding of both the western and Chinese education systems, and be proficient in English and Mandarin Chinese. Research excellence will be considered an asset.

Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2012. A complete application must include a full curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and the names and contact information of three to five referees.

The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native people and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Applications should be directed to T.B. McMahon, Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1, Canada (email: [log in to unmask]).

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Shoufa Lin, PhD

Professor of Earth Sciences

Associate Dean, International Programs

Faculty of Science

University of Waterloo

200 University Avenue West

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1

Tel: +1 (519) 888-4567, ext. 36557

Fax: +1 (519) 746-7484

E-mail: [log in to unmask]

www.earth.uwaterloo.ca/people/lins

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