Sessional Instructor, ENGG 525, Engineering Entrepreneurship, Geomatics Engineering

Position Description

The Department of Geomatics Engineering in the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary has an opening for a Sessional Instructor position to teach the following course in Spring 2020.

ENGG 525 Engineering Entrepreneurship
Lecture 01 Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs 09:00-11:45
Tutorial 01 Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs 13:00-14:15

Course Description:
This highly experiential course helps the engineering student build a personal practice in entrepreneurship, design thinking, and human-centered design for innovation. Topics include the entrepreneurial mindset; idea generation, validation, and feasibility analysis; product pretotyping and prototyping; and the basics of business design and execution. Leading edge practical tools and frameworks are examined and put to use in authentic learning activities that teach the student to get to first revenues.

The programs offered by the Department of Geomatics Engineering are accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB). To maintain the accreditation of our programs, faculty are required to be licensed to practice engineering in Alberta. The successful candidate will be expected to hold professional engineering licensure with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) or with the equivalent association in another Canadian province.

If you are a graduate student, please note that you must receive permission from your graduate supervisor prior to applying.

Application letters, curriculum vitae, a one-page teaching statement, and contact information of three referees should be addressed as below. The deadline for applications is March 23, 2020.

Department Head
Department of Geomatics Engineering
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

Additional Information

To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Schulich School of Engineering visit Careers in the Schulich School of Engineering.

About the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.