Description
Located in the thriving city of Calgary, on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, the Department of Geography in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching), Geography. The appointment shall be effective January 1, 2027 or a mutually agreed upon date and is for a two-year term.
The successful candidate will contribute to the Department's teaching and service responsibilities while fostering an inclusive, equitable, and collegial academic environment. The primary teaching focus will be within the undergraduate (BA, BSc) programs in Urban Studies and Geography. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in Urban Studies or Urban Geography, complemented by a secondary area of strength that enhances the Department's Geography curriculum. The typical teaching load is seven courses per year. In addition, the successful candidate will actively participate in extracurricular initiatives and provide mentorship within both the Department and the broader community, supporting the continued vitality and growth of Urban Studies and Geography programs. To see a list of courses taught in our programs, please see: https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/departments/GEOG/programs
The Department of Geography is a research-intensive unit committed to excellence in teaching and to nurturing students who are equipped to make meaningful contributions to society. We embrace transdisciplinary approaches to learning and research, and actively foster collaborative scholarship. Our programs combine rigorous disciplinary training with the development of next-generation skills, including field-based and community-engaged education, as well as advanced quantitative, qualitative, and spatial analytical methods. We are especially committed to applying these approaches to advance understanding of critical theoretical questions and to address the complex global challenges facing communities around the world. For more information about the Department, please visit https://arts.ucalgary.ca/geography
Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in geography, urban studies or a closely related field by the appointment date. Candidates must demonstrate that they will have the degree in hand within 2 months of the appointment start date. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to teach effectively across diverse contexts, including online, classroom, international, and field-based settings, as well as through engagement with community and stakeholder partners. Approaches that incorporate artificial intelligence will be considered an asset. In addition, the ideal candidate should demonstrate evidence of teaching excellence by presenting an outstanding record of teaching effectiveness, evidence of pedagogical innovation, experience with developing curricula, and advising students.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online at https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/18216985-assistant-professor-teaching-geography-two-year-limited-term-appointment via the 'Apply Now' link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your application attachments should be organized to contain the following:
- Cover letter that outlines teaching and scholarly interests and includes the names and contact information for 3 referees.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy and teaching dossier
Questions may be addressed to: Andrea Freeman, Head, Department of Geography (geoghead@ucalgary.ca)
Applications are accepted until November 9, 2026.
The University of Calgary recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to include any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions to allow for a fair assessment of their application.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, 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. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments (oicteam@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).
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)
The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.
For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Arts, click here.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.
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.
With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.