Assistant Professor, Human Resources

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

The Faculty of Business and Communications Studies has a student body of approximately 3400 students and is composed of the Bissett School of Business and the School of Communication Studies. The Bissett School of Business hosts four departments: General Management & Human Resources, Accounting & Finance, International Business & Supply Chain Management, and Entrepreneurship, Marketing & Social Innovation. The School of Communication Studies consists of three departments: Public Relations, Information Design, and Broadcast Media Studies and Journalism.

The Bissett School of Business is an accredited member of EFMD, a global, non-profit, membership-driven organization dedicated to management development.

The Department of General Management & Human Resources offers Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degrees in both General Management  and Human Resources . The General Management program helps students understand the “big picture” in a variety of business sectors. The Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources helps students build a solid academic foundation to pursue career possibilities in human resources (HR). The program focuses on driving organizational performance through recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, employee performance and engagement, learning and development, labour relations, transition management, organizational metrics, and HR strategy. Our graduates are well prepared to pursue a career in Human Resources and the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.

The Department of General Management & Human Resources at Mount Royal University (Calgary) invites applications for a 12-month limited-term faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2024. We seek an individual who can contribute meaningfully to the human resources program. Areas of teaching may include: Labour Relations, Organization Learning and Development, Occupational Health and Safety, and/or Compensation and Benefits. The successful candidate may have the option of developing and delivering special topics in HR course(s) in the future. Applicants are encouraged to highlight their qualifications and interest in a specific subject area. MRU is committed to scholarly teaching.

New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) has a focus on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member is involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. Those applying for the TSS work pattern should have an established research program. Faculty are expected to teach six 3-credit hour courses per academic year on the TSS pattern or eight 3-credit hour courses per academic year on the TS pattern.  Class sizes typically average between 35-40 students. 

This 12-month limited term faculty position will be hired into a teaching and service (TS) work pattern, but we are open to consider applicants interested in the TSS work pattern.  The successful candidate will become an integral member of our Human Resources team.  This means that the faculty member will be responsible for teaching each semester, will be involved in various service roles, and have an active program of research (only if seeking TSS).

●    Instruction: course delivery including preparation of course outlines, other course materials, course activities, lesson preparation and assessments, and course learning management systems    

● Research: executing on a program of research within the context of an undergraduate university (only if seeking TSS)
●  Administration: administer final exams, input final grades upon course completion, and participate in course-related meetings, as required
●  Service: may include: coaching student competition teams, supporting student/industry events, mentoring student clubs, engaging with industry, assisting with the development of curriculum, and serving on departmental or university committees; and
●  Community: At Mount Royal University our industry connections are an important and integral part of our programs. The successful candidate will be required to actively liaise with human resources industry partners or professional associations on behalf of the Bissett School of Business.

●     A completed PhD in human resources, or closely related field, is preferred, but Masters required.

●    Teaching experience in human resources at the post-secondary level and the ability to teach introductory through to senior level human resources courses;     

●    Preference for candidates with experience teaching in one or more of the following areas: labour relations, compensation and benefits, occupational health and safety, or organizational learning and development.

●   Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills;

●  Strong industry connections an asset;

●   Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is an asset;

●   Experience with Indigenous Relations and established connections to Indigenous communities, including students, is an asset.    

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. 

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. 

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a[1]   variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public. 

Closing Date: We will begin reviewing applications April 12th, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

Interested applicants should submit the following materials using the “Apply to the Job” link below”

Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number] [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999 CV.pdf).

If you have questions regarding the position, contact Dr. Rachael Pettigrew, Chair, Department of General Management and Human Resources at [email protected]

Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus.  Please refer to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp .