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University of Calgary Continuing Education (ContEd) is currently recruiting Instructors (contract (term) position) to teach in the Towards Truth and Reconciliation Professional Development Certificate and standalone courses.

In support of the University of Calgary's core principles and financial objectives, Continuing Education is an academic unit with a mandate to respond to the needs of the community through the design, development and delivery of high-quality lifelong learning opportunities.

ContEd is supporting ii’taa’poh’to’p, the University of Calgary’s Indigenous Strategy, through the journey and exploration of Indigenous programming that supports transformation and renewal. 

Each year, ContEd serves over 20,000 adult learners and offers more than one thousand courses taught by hundreds of instructors—all experts in their fields. It is expected to fund, through revenue generation, the majority of its operational costs while contributing financially to the university. 

The success of University of Calgary Continuing Education in meeting its business target in a competitive environment is dependent upon effectively serving students and by providing high-quality instruction and programs.

Position Description
ContEd is currently recruiting for instructors (contract (term) position) to include in our pool for the Towards Truth and Reconciliation Professional Development Certificate. Instructional positions are non-credit teaching appointments and, as such, are contract positions without benefits (other than those required by Employment Standards). Courses may be asynchronous online, synchronous online and face-to-face.

Program details:
The Towards Truth and Reconciliation Professional Development Certificate targets corporations, organizations, institutions, governments, and nonprofits. This program supports these industries to become relatives with Indigenous peoples and communities, to walk in parallel pathways and to be able to support Indigenous employees within the workplace. Additionally, we are also looking for Indigenous instructors to create and teach individual courses on a variety of Indigenous topics. 

Scope of Responsibilities (high level)

1. Supports the development of course topics, descriptions, learning outcomes, assessments 
2. Create effective lesson plans, develop content, learning activities, presentations, assignments, evaluations, and examinations (where applicable)
3. Utilize Desire2Learn (D2L) for all course materials and student communication
4. Utilize Zoom to facilitate any synchronous live sessions with activities (where applicable)

 Qualifications 

1. Extensive experience as a Knowledge keeper or Bachelor/Master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field is required
2. Previous teaching experience is essential; post-secondary teaching experience is preferred
3. Understands and can demonstrate Indigenous ways of knowing, doing, connecting and being 
4. Previous experiences working with and learning from various Indigenous peoples
5. Familiarity and awareness of different Indigenous cultural protocols and history
6. Previous experience utilizing e-learning tools (LMS, video conferencing tools, etc.) such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, Zoom, or similar is required

Application Deadline: February 25, 2024

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts invites applications for a Lab Manager/Technician. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 1 year (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

 This position reports to the Principal Investigator, and will supervise lab operations by ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning of the laboratory, including equipment maintenance, and managing supplies. The lab manager will be responsible for managing the lab budgets and procurement processes. 

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Management of lab and project coordination
• Management of daily activities in the laboratory, maintaining an environment that is both orderly and clean, to ensure smooth and efficient laboratory operations
• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, laboratory regulations and institutional policies
• Assisting with management of animal inventory
• Maintaining a consistent supply of laboratory reagents, ensuring these are in stock and readily available
• Procuring essential laboratory materials through placement of purchase orders
• Management and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Performing stereotaxic rodent surgeries to assist with experiments
• Performing perfusions and histological procedures

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in neuroscience, biology, or an equivalent field
• A minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience is required
• Experience with animal surgeries, including excellent knowledge and skills using anesthesia and performing recovery surgeries in rodents
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and provide technical support for other team members through advice on technical lab issues
• Extensive knowledge of theory and practical application of technical procedures and techniques
• Extensive experience working with mice including: managing mouse colonies, survival surgeries, and training others with handling and animal procedures with minimal direction
• Ability be open to learning new techniques and skills and be willing to accept new challenges and assignments
• Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication, written, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate with various levels of management and university groups, as well as external parties to the university

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 7 months
Product inspection experience: Grains
Equipment and machinery experience: Farm truck and Tractor
Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should have experience in corn farming, demonstrating proficiency in cultivation and management practices specific to corn crops
• The candidates should be knowledgeable in fruit and vegetable combination farming, implementing effective strategies for combined cultivation
• The candidates should have expertise in farming other vegetables and melons (except potatoes), showcasing skills in diverse crop management
• The candidates should be experienced in soybean farming, employing effective techniques for soybean cultivation
• The candidates should have a background in wheat farming, showcasing proficiency in wheat cultivation and associated agricultural practices
• The candidates should be adaptable to a fast-paced environment, efficiently managing repetitive tasks that may involve handling heavy loads and be physically demanding
• The candidates should be comfortable with a combination of sitting, standing, and walking as part of their job requirements
• The candidates should be able to stand for extended periods, walk, and perform tasks involving bending, crouching, and kneeling as needed

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should demonstrate flexibility, adapting to changing work demands and collaborating positively with colleagues
• The candidates should be a team player, fostering cooperation and effective communication within the team
• The candidates should exhibit reliability, consistently delivering results and meeting commitments

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to hoe crops
• The candidates should be able to plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops
• The candidates should be able to harvest crops
• The candidates should be able to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualification such as a other trades certificate or diploma
Experience: Candidates need an experience of 2-3 years
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses: Personal protective equipment (PPE) training, First Aid Certificate
Apprenticeship Training: Level two apprenticeship training
Construction Specialization: Residential
Security and Safety: Criminal record check
Own Tools/Equipment: Tools, Steel-toed safety boots

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be physically demanding

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should be a team player

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to load, unload and transport construction materials
• The candidate should be able to assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
• The candidate should be able to read and interpret blueprints

Benefits:

• The employees get to work in a well-known company
• The employees get to learn various advanced techniques
• The employees get health benefits such as Dental plan, Disability benefits and Health care plan
• The employees get long-term benefits such as group insurance benefits

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By email:
[email protected]

Screening questions:
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English or Fench Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 7 months to less than 1 year

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be experienced in fruit and vegetable combination farming and accustomed to working outdoors
• The candidates should be capable of working in wet/damp, dusty, and hot conditions, thriving in a fast-paced environment, and adept at handling repetitive tasks
• The candidates should have experience in handling heavy loads, up to 23 kg (50 lbs), possess physical strength and endurance for physically demanding tasks, and demonstrate excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• The candidates should have the ability to distinguish between colors and be comfortable with activities such as bending, crouching, and kneeling

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have efficient interpersonal skills and demonstrate flexibility in their work approach
• The candidates should be reliable in fulfilling their responsibilities and be a team player

Candidate Status:

• Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
• Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada
• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to hand harvest vegetables and pick row and orchard crops
• The candidates should be able to clean the work area, sort and pack fruits and vegetables, and load, unload, and transfer crates, supplies, and farm produce, livestock, and poultry

Benefits:

• The candidates will get on-site housing options

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume, References attesting experience) through the below-mentioned details

In person
744 Quesnel Rd
Sturgeon Falls, ON
P2B 2W3
Between 09:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language.
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications such as a high school, bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma
Experience: Candidates need experience of 1 to less than 7 months

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• The candidate should be able to work under pressure
• The candidate should be able to perform repetitive tasks
• The candidate should be physically strong
• The candidate should be able to pay attention to details
• The candidate should be a combination of sitting, standing, walking
• The candidate should be able to stand for extended periods
• The candidate should be able for bending, crouching, kneeling

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
• The candidate should be able to pick up debris and empty trash containers
• The candidate should be able to dust furniture
• The candidate should be able to sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• The candidate should be able to clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances

 How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By Email:
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to demonstrate food safety/handling skills, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards in food-related tasks, and feed flattened boxes into forming machines to construct containers, facilitating the packaging process
• The candidates should be able to transport raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials, contributing to the logistical flow of production, and provide customer service by addressing inquiries and assisting customers in a friendly and helpful manner

• The candidates should be able to feed and unload processing machines, actively participating in the production process, and assist process control and machine operators in performing their duties, contributing to the efficiency of production processes
• The candidates should be able to clean machines and immediate work areas, following sanitation protocols and maintaining a clean and safe work environment

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

By mail
13165 76 Ave suite Unit B
Surrey, BC
V3W 2V7

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should have experience in beef cattle ranching and farming, including feedlots

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should be a team player

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to monitor animal health, feed, and tend to animals, and operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• The candidates should be able to milk cows, clean stables, barns, barnyards, and pens, and detect diseases and health problems in crops, livestock, and poultry
• The candidates should be able to perform general farm duties, clean machines and immediate work areas, and clean all parts using special cleaning and rinsing solutions and ultrasonic or mechanical cleaning machines

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume and References attesting experience) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

By mail
6819 Hwy 6
Fergus, ON
N1M 2W3

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English or French Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to transport raw materials, finished products and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment
• The candidates should be able to check and weigh materials and products
• The candidates should be able to sort, pack, crate and package materials and products
• The candidates should be able to perform other labouring and elemental activities
• The candidates should be able to clean machines and immediate work areas

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By email
[email protected]

Requirements:

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 1 to less than 2 years

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to operate a cash register, process money, cheques, and credit/debit card payments, and scan items
• The candidates should be able to receive payment for goods or services, greet customers, and provide customer service
• The candidates should be able to participate in promotional activities and monitor all entrances and exits, requesting proof of payment when necessary

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]