"Black Faculty Position – Faculty of Science (FoS) at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver – Assistant Professor of Teaching"

The Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver seeks a candidate who self-identifies as Black for a tenure-stream Assistant Professor of Teaching with an expected start date of 1 July 2026 and a salary within the range of $110,000 - $145,000 CAD. This opportunity forms part of the University-wide Black Faculty Cohort Hiring Initiative. The hired faculty will be a member of the FoS Black Faculty Cluster in Quantitative and Environmental Science, joining eight current UBC faculty members. We are looking for a candidate with expertise in one or more of the following fields: data science, statistics, computational science, computer science, or environmental science. Some preference will be given to candidates whose work can bridge these areas, integrating computational and quantitative approaches to address environmental challenges.

The position requires a minimum of a PhD or equivalent in mathematics, computer science, statistics, ecology, botany, forestry, zoology, oceanography, fisheries, biodiversity conservation, environmental sciences, atmospheric sciences, chemistry or related disciplines, though applicants with other advanced degrees and/or relevant experience will be considered. Consideration may be given to promising applicants who are very near completion of a doctorate by the time of the appointment. The successful candidate should have (i) demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching with evidence of excellence if available, (ii) the ability to work collaboratively as well as independently, (iii) promise of educational leadership, and (iv) potential for creating innovative instructional environments and resources. Experience with evidence-based teaching methods, curriculum development, course design, and other initiatives that advance the university’s ability to excel in its teaching and learning mandate is also an asset. In addition, candidates will have a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, to create a welcoming community for all, particularly those who are historically, persistently or systemically marginalized.

The position provides an opportunity, with strong institutional support, to pursue a career based on excellence in teaching and educational leadership, while participating in the intellectually exciting atmosphere of UBC. A successful candidate will have an opportunity to make an impact on education both within and beyond the classroom, as well as both within and beyond UBC. Assistant Professor of Teaching is the first rank in UBC’s Educational Leadership Stream, followed by Associate Professor of Teaching (with tenure), and then Professor of Teaching. This path is analogous to the Research stream faculty progression of tenure-track Assistant Professor, tenured Associate Professor, and Full Professor. Faculty members in the Educational Leadership stream are eligible to apply for Study Leave (sabbatical) under similar terms to faculty members in the Research stream. Educational leadership faculty also engage in self-directed scholarly activity, service, and other initiatives at the department, faculty, university, national, or international level.

The Black Faculty Cluster in Quantitative and Environmental Science will provide unique structures that support the continued success of scholars once they arrive at UBC, including: creating a peer-mentorship group program to facilitate connections among new hires as well as between incoming and current Black scholars; providing research support in the form of co-supervised Black postdoctoral fellows; and making available resources on transitioning to and navigating life at UBC and in Vancouver as Black people. The successful candidate will join one of the following departments.

Computer Science: UBC Computer Science ranks among the top departments in North America, with over 60 tenure-track faculty (including twelve Educational Leadership faculty), approximately 250 graduate students, and over 2,700 undergraduate students. Teaching and educational leadership activities are well supported by the department. Internal funding opportunities support curriculum development, the scholarship of teaching and learning, and other activities.

Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences (EOAS): In the 2025 QS university rankings, UBC is ranked 12th in the world for environmental sciences, and our Environmental Sciences BSc (ENSC) is internationally respected for its ability to train practitioners and prepare students for graduate and professional programs. EOAS administers the ENSC program with support from the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability, and the program is now expanding to run jointly between these academic units.

Statistics: UBC Statistics leads in innovative, evidence-based teaching in statistics and data science. The department’s undergraduate and graduate programs continue to grow, supported by educational initiatives such as textbook development, the use of tools like Jupyter Notebooks and nbgrader, and open educational resources like StatSpace. Educational Leadership faculty play a key role in curriculum development and in advancing teaching practices within the department and beyond.

Application Process

Complete applications must be submitted through the Academic Jobs Online (AJO) portal and include the following: Cover letter (1 - 2 pages), Curriculum vitae, Teaching statement (1 - 2 pages), Evidence of teaching effectiveness, Educational Leadership Vision Statement (1 - 2 pages), Three Letters of Reference, Diversity statement (1 page), and Equity Survey.

The closing date for applications is October 15, 2025. Information sessions are scheduled for September 5 and October 1.