Date Posted: Monday June 10, 2024
The School of Business at Nipissing University invites applications for 3 (three) Limited-Term Appointment (LTA) positions, each for a duration of 10 months, effective from August 15, 2024. The available positions are as follows: 1) Administration, 2) Organizational Studies and 3) Finance. These positions are in North Bay, Ontario.
The School of Business is one of the most dynamic academic units at Nipissing University and offers a wide array of undergraduate certificate, diploma, and degree programs (B. Comm, BBA) and Post Baccalaureate Diplomas in Business, in both on campus and distance delivery modes. The school, situated within the Faculty of Education & Professional Studies, has a strong reputation for being student-centric and for providing “more than a degree”. For more information on the School, please visit our website.
For the Administration position, the successful candidate must possess:
- Near completion or completion of a PhD with an emphasis in general business administration/management area or business related field.
- An MBA or equivalent master’s degree in business administration/management area or business related field.
- A successful track record of teaching post-secondary general management courses.
- Relevant professional industry experience and/or a professional designation would be an added advantage.
The successful candidate will have a teaching intensive workload of six (6) courses in general administration that may include some of the following courses:
- ADMN 2167 - Business Decision Making
- ADMN 1606 - Business Mathematics
- ADMN 2606 - Business Statistics
- ADMN 2716 - Change Management and Innovation
For the Organizational Studies position, the successful candidate must possess:
- Near completion of completion of a PhD with an emphasis in Human Resources Management (HRM) and/or Organizational Behavior (OB) or business related field.
- An MBA or equivalent master’s degree in HRM/OB area or business related field.
- A successful track record of teaching post-secondary organizational studies courses.
- Relevant professional experience in Human Resource Management and/or a professional designation such as CHRP, CHRL or equivalent would be an added advantage.
The successful candidate will have a teaching intensive workload of six (6) courses in organizational studies that may include some of the following courses:
- ORGS 1136 - Introduction to Organizational Behavior
- ORGS 1137 - Management of Human Resources
- ORGS 3146 - Compensation and Rewards
- ORGS 3247 - Human Resources Planning
For Finance position, the successful candidate must possess:
- A terminal degree in the Finance area such as an MBA or equivalent master’s degree.
- A professional designation such as a CFA, CPA or equivalent.
- A successful track record of teaching post-secondary finance courses.
- Relevant professional industry experience would be an added advantage.
The successful candidate will have a teaching intensive workload of 6 courses in finance that may include some of the following courses:
- FINC 3116 - Financial Management 1
- FINC 2406 - Principles of Finance with Excel
- FINC 3907 - Insurance and Risk Management
- FINC 4116 - Financial Derivatives
- FINC 4706 - Fin. Portfolio and Wealth Management
- FINC 4917 - Entrepreneurial Finance
Nipissing University is a dynamic institution where each individual has an important role to play in shaping the School’s future. Through the integration of teaching, research, experiential learning and global experiences, Nipissing University offers a quality learning experience that is highly rated in national surveys of student engagement and quality of education. The School of Business, situated within the Faculty of Education & Professional Studies at Nipissing University, has a strong reputation for being student-centric and for providing “more than a degree”. For more information on the School, please visit our website.
Nipissing University is in the City of North Bay, Ontario (population 55,000), in the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850 territory and the Nipissing First Nation Traditional Territory and the traditional territory of the Anishinabek. Situated between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake, and surrounded by pristine Canadian Shield forest, our campus is a comfortable three-and-a-half-hour drive from either Toronto or Ottawa. North Bay is a growing city with a vibrant arts community, ample amenities, and countless opportunities for outdoor activities. Learn more about North Bay, Ontario by visiting the City of North Bay YouTube channel here
Nipissing University is known for its excellence in teacher education, arts, science, and a range of professional programs. The School of Graduate Studies includes programs in history, sociology, education, environmental science/studies, kinesiology, and mathematics. In “Pathways: Our Commitments to Water, Land, and People”, Nipissing University has committed to fulfilling our responsibility to truth and reconciliation; nurturing our relationship with water, land, and place; embodying harmony and care; inspiring growth and development; building sustainable futures; and, celebrating who we are. Nipissing’s renowned focus on student success and experience has translated into top rankings nationally in student support, student experience, faculty, and residences as a primarily undergraduate institution. An academic environment that provides close student-faculty interaction, innovative approaches to learning, and a strong research culture is an enduring strength of Nipissing.
Access and equity continue to be longstanding priorities, providing interventions and support for students who might not otherwise participate in postsecondary education. Nipissing welcomes a number of first-generation students, as well as students with disabilities with focused supports.
Nipissing’s faculty and staff are committed to decolonization and reconciliation and provide a supportive environment for Indigenous students enrolled at the University. Our campus is in a region home to 7,000 First Nations, Métis, and Inuit residents, many of whom choose to study at Nipissing University. As a public university located on the traditional territory of Nipissing First Nation and on the lands within the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850, Nipissing University is bound to advance knowledge and be a good guest on this land.
The annual salary will correspond with qualifications and experience and will follow the Nipissing University Faculty Association (NUFA) Collective Agreement. The appointments will be effective August 15, 2024.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees by 4:00pm on Tuesday July 9, 2024. Review of applications will commence Wednesday July 10, 2024, and will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. These materials should be sent in one PDF document to careers@nipissingu.ca.
Kindly indicate in the subject line of your cover letter the position you are applying for.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.