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Sessional Instructor
Location: Main Campus
The Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering in the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Sessional Instructor to teach ENGG 201 (Behaviour of Liquids, Gases and Solids) in the Winter 2023 term. The course is scheduled to be delivered in-person.
Course Description:
An introduction to the behaviour of fluids and solids; phase transformations, the phase rule and phase diagrams. Ideal and real gases; equations of state and their engineering applications; simple kinetic theory; transport properties of fluids. Liquid state; vapor pressure; shear behaviour; flow of fluids in pipelines. Solids; crystalline and non-crystalline structure; non-equilibrium solid phases; electrical and thermal conductivity; dislocations; stress and strain; creep; fracture.
Course Schedule:
L03: Thursdays 3:00-4:50PM
L04: Thursdays 1:00-2:50PM
L05: Tuesdays 1:00-2:50PM
L06: Mondays 10:00-11:50AM
L07: Mondays 8:00-9:50AM
L12: Thursdays 1:00-2:50PM
B03: Fridays 2:00-4:45PM
B04: Fridays 1:00-3:45PM
B05: Wednesdays 1:00-3:45PM
B06: Fridays 8:00-10:45AM
B07: Wednesdays 9:00-11:45AM
B12: Fridays 1:00-3:45PM
Note: Class section assignments will be determined later. Not all sections will be assigned to this teaching position.
Qualifications:
Candidates must have a graduate degree in Engineering (PhD preferred) and must have a demonstrated background in the subject matter related to this course. Experience teaching undergraduate students in an engineering program will be viewed as an asset. Applicants should be comfortable teaching in person.
Qualified applicants can apply via the ‘Apply Now’ link by submitting:
- A letter of interest
- Current CV
- Names and contact information of at least two references.
Candidates are welcome (but not required) to also include evidence of teaching effectiveness that may strengthen the application and assist in the selection process.
Please submit your application in one document in PDF format.
Application Deadline: January 5th, 2023
The Department of Chemical & Petroleum Engineering would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only applicants chosen to proceed in the selection process will be contacted.
As per the Collective Agreement, the Department of Chemical & Petroleum Engineering will adhere to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments.
Please visit https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/ for more information on the Schulich School of Engineering.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, 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 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
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)
Additional Information
To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Schulich School of Engineeering.
The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
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