Position Overview
The Adventure Studies Department invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor with a primary focus on the Mountain Rock and Ski Programs.
This position is intended for a highly experienced mountain professional with established credentials in guiding avalanche safety and expedition leadership who is also committed to excellence in post-secondary teaching.
The successful applicant will contribute to a comprehensive adventure studies program delivering integrated classroom and field-based education in complex dynamic environments.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
IFMGA/UIAGM Full Mountain Guide certification (required)
Canadian Avalanche Association Qualified Avalanche Professional (required)
Masters degree in a relevant or related subject; consideration may be given to candidates who are currently in a masters program and will complete their degree by the appointment date or shortly thereafter
A minimum of 10 years professional guiding and instructional experience in complex mountain terrain with demonstrated expertise in backcountry ski mountain and rock guiding
Demonstrated past teaching experience (recommended post-secondary teaching experience)
Advanced Wilderness First Aid (or higher)
Class 2 or 4 drivers license
Additional Assets
AST Instructor and/or CAA Industry Training Program instructional experience
Experience incorporating Indigenous perspectives decolonizing approaches and inclusive practices into curriculum and field-based education
Curriculum or program development experience
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range: $73666 $114124 (TRUFA Collective Agreement).
Includes Professional Development Allowance Defined Benefit Pension Plan and full extended health and dental benefits.
How to Apply
Submit all documents via TRU Careers website
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter outlining guiding experience and teaching approach
Statement on graduate degree progress/plan
List of Adventure Studies Certificate and Diploma courses you can teach
Short listed applicants will be contacted 10 days after the posting closing date
Anticipated interviews scheduled between June 22nd and July 3rd.
Candidates selected for interviews will be invited to share their instructional philosophy present a teaching demo and take part in an in-person interview
For inquiries:
James Rodger Department Co-Chair
Required Experience:
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