Wednesday, March 21, 2007
job opening in Vancouver
"The Faculty of Law of the University of British Columbia invites applications for the position of Lecturer and Director of Legal Research and Writing. The position is for a 14-month term commencing on May 1, 2007 - June 30, 2008, with the possibility of renewal. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience. The appointment is subject to budgetary approval.
"JOB DESCRIPTION: UBC Law Faculty offers students a first year research and writing program integrated into the substantive curriculum along with upper level advanced courses in legal research and writing. The Director will be involved in all facets of the first year and advanced program, including the development of problems, instruction, coordination of instruction by others, program modification, and assessment. The Director will also serve as the first yearprogram liaison to the Associate Dean, Academic Affairs and the Faculty's Competitive Mooting Coordinator.
"JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will have an excellent record of experience and achievement in legal research and writing and a dynamic and creative approach to providing training and education in legal research and writing to a diverse group of students at one of Canada's premier law schools. Experience teaching in or directing a legal research and writing program is an asset.
"APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications for the position, curricula vitae, the names and contact information of three referees, and summaries of teaching evaluations (if available) should be submitted to:
Ms. Lillian Koh
Faculty of Law
The University of British Columbia
1822 East Mall
Vancouver, B.C. CANADA V6T 1Z1
"Materials should be submitted by April 20, 2007 to receive fullest consideration. For further information, please contact:
Professor Susan Boyd
Tel: (604) 822-6459
Fax: (604) 822-8108
Email: [email protected]
"The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The Faculty of Law is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. We encourage all qualified persons to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
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