Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Science Education; Limited Term

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor – Science Education (Limited Term)

Cape Breton University, 1250 Grand Lake Rd, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job description

Posted Thursday, June 25, 2026. Expires Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Department of Education, School of Education and Health at Cape Breton University seeks an 8‑month limited term appointment in Science Education at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (depending on current achieved rank). The position commences August 17, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of science education spanning grades Primary to 12.
• Teach within the Bachelor of Education program, working with pre‑service teachers.
• Deliver instruction in multiple modalities, including online and in‑person, and be willing to teach in different locations.
• Provide evidence of effective teaching and contribute to the university’s teaching and service commitments.
• Show potential and commitment to teaching, service to the university, community, and profession.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant area.
• Relevant terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) is an asset.
• Experience teaching online and working with pre‑service teachers.

Application requirements

• Cover letter describing the applicant’s expertise.
• Statement of teaching philosophy.
• Curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• Evidence of effective teaching.
• List of at least three references. Short‑listed candidates will provide reference letters.

All required documents must be uploaded in the Additional Documents section with correct titles for each document.

Applications must be received by July 17, 2026.

The union affiliation of this position is with the Cape Breton University Faculty Association.

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome candidates who contribute to the diversification of our staff, faculty, and scholarship. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

CBU is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and encourages applicants to self‑identify if they are part of a marginalised community or have experience working with Indigenous communities.

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