Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Contractually Limited Term Appointment - Museum Studies

Date Posted: 05/01/2024
Closing Date: 06/06/2024, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 37097
Job Category: Faculty - Teaching Stream, Contractually Limited Term Appointment
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Information
Department: Faculty of Information
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Faculty of Information at the University of Toronto invites applications for a two-year Contractually Limited Term Appointment (CLTA) at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in Museum Studies, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024, or shortly thereafter.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. Alternatively, applicants must have a Master’s degree with at least six years of significant professional experience in the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) sector alongside extensive teaching experience in a degree granting program. Relevant fields of study for both Ph.D. and Master’s include, but are not limited to: museum studies, arts management, history, anthropology, education, information studies, media and communication studies, Indigenous studies, environmental studies.

Candidates must have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, as well as teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of online material/lectures. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry and a demonstrated interested in teaching-related scholarly activities. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths .

We seek applications from individuals who center decolonial and community-based values holistically across their teaching practice, and who can prepare our students for the professional complexities of work in museums and cultural institutions. The successful candidate will have knowledge of and be able to teach museum planning and management, including museum finances and fundraising; work integrated learning courses (e.g. internships); and evaluation, visitor research, and audience engagement. Candidates will be expected to teach required and elective graduate courses that combine the academic study of museums with the practical application of theories and ideas. In addition, the candidate will teach other courses as needed in the curriculum and that match the candidate’s areas of substantive expertise.

Teaching stream faculty members are expected to combine their expertise in the discipline with best practices in teaching to create rich learning environments that embrace diversity, promote equity, and integrate cutting-edge teaching approaches in a manner that challenges students to develop skills and ethics to be leading citizens.

Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through a mix of teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, workshops, panels and events organized, peer reviewed publications, other pedagogical or tutorial materials and activities (e.g., multimedia assets), evidence of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), strong letters of reference, and the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application that should include a strong teaching philosophy statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and teaching evaluations. Teaching excellence will be evaluated commensurate with the candidate's career stage, considering the life, trajectory, and any special circumstances (e.g., career interruptions) as outlined in the submitted materials.

Professional work experience is a must for this position, demonstrated through a proven record of practice and/or leadership in museums and heritage with deliverables such as: strategic plans, fundraising initiatives, design of racial equity policy documents and plans, application of inclusive exhibition development practices, collaborative projects, innovation in museum education, programming and participatory practices, consulting, or community heritage-related initiatives.

As part of the University of Toronto, the Faculty of Information offers the opportunity to teach, research, and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world. We seek candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment through their application materials. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose lived experiences add depth and understanding to their professional and academic activities. Candidates therefore must submit a statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching or research that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applications must include:

·         a cover letter;

·         a current curriculum vitae;

·         a detailed teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of teaching experience, interests, and accomplishments, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations;

·         a statement of contributions to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (as outlined above); and,

·         three letters of reference, to be uploaded by the referees (see below).

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto's recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references are submitted (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ .

Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have questions about this position or about the submission of your application, please contact Melissa Szopa at [email protected] .

The closing date for applications is June 6, 2024 and all application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by then.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .

Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .