Credit Appointment, Numeracy and Scientific Literacy

Credit Contract Appointment, Numeracy and Scientific Literacy - (3812)

The Department of General Education invites applications for contract lecturer positions in the area of Numeracy and Scientific Literacy, commencing July 2026.

The Department of General Education delivers the General Education program within all of Mount Royal’s baccalaureate degrees.

Successful candidates will be invited to lecture in one of the following foundation-level courses:
GNED 1101 - Scientific & Mathematical Literacy for the Modern World; GNED 1003 – Innovation . The aims of those courses taught in the Numeracy and Scientific Literacy cluster are to "develop an understanding of the nature and methods of subjects in the natural sciences, health sciences and computer science, as well as providing essential mathematical skills needed for study at the post‑secondary level".

Qualifications include a minimum of a Masters Degree in Science, Mathematics or Engineering – with a Ph.D. preferred – and relevant undergraduate teaching and/or professional experience. Qualified Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply.

Further enquiries may be directed to:
Dr. Eric Roettger, Cluster 1 Coordinator, Department of General Education,

Closing Date:
Open until a suitable candidate is found.

A complete dossier including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of references whom we may contact, and evidence of teaching excellence should be submitted quoting the competition number. Please title your PDF document as follows: (Last Name), (Requisition Number) (Title of Contents).pdf (ex. Smith, 1234, Curriculum ).

Note:

Faculty positions are not part of the hybrid work program.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify and we will work together on your accommodation request.