Professor, Electrical Engineering Technician/Technology

Cambrian College is committed to student success, lifelong learning, and responding to the diverse needs of students in today’s ever-changing global marketplace. Within this dynamic, student-centered environment, the School of Engineering Technology and Environmental Studies has been delivering vocationally relevant and in-demand education programs since the College first opened its doors in 1967. Today, the Schools of Skills Training, Engineering Technology, and Environmental Studies offers more than 23 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, and graduate certificate programs. Within this context of inspiring innovation and excellence, the School of Engineering Technology and Environmental Studies is currently seeking a full-time Professor, Electrical Engineering Technician/Technology.

The successful candidate will be required to teach courses within the Electrical Engineering Technician and Technology programs within the School of Engineering Technology and Environmental Studies. The incumbent will also be required to engage in a variety of activities that support teaching and learning and promote student success. These will include curriculum development, lesson planning, assessing student progress and achievement, and class management. Beyond their teaching duties, the successful candidate will be expected to establish an effective learning environment and work as a collaborative team member contributing to the overall direction of the program. In addition, the successful applicant will play an active role in student advising and recruitment, assisting with the promotion and marketing of the program, and graduate placements. These activities will require that the incumbent assist in the development and maintenance of strong industry connections and community partnerships. Lastly, the incumbent will also have the opportunity to participate on college and school committees to advance the College’s strategic priorities. 

(Cambrian’s academic year consists of three semesters, and this role may be required to deliver courses during the summer months. Cambrian offers programs and courses in-person, online, or in a HyFlex mode of delivery, which includes in-person, virtual synchronous, or fully online asynchronous participation, and this role may be required to deliver courses in multiple modes.)

Required:

• Must have a Certificate of Apprenticeship and a Certificate of Qualification (Interprovincial Red Seal) as a journeyperson in the Industrial Electrician or Electrician – Construction and Maintenance trade. (A copy of educational documents must be submitted with application *** education completed outside of Canada, applicants are required to submit a WES or ICAS with their application)
• Postsecondary diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology. 
• Experience with computer-aided design including AutoCAD or other related software like Revit. 
• Minimum five years of trade related experience. 
• Previous teaching experience, preferably at the postsecondary level.
• Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others and function effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to provide leadership and mentorship and be an effective role model in the classroom. 
• Ability to utilize creative teaching approaches and current and emerging teaching and learning strategies to enhance student success.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of educational technologies, including in-class media presentation systems, learning management systems, and other relevant classroom technologies.  
• Ability to work with students from diverse educational, religious, and cultural backgrounds. 
• Solid commitment to students and education.
• Excellent written communication skills and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer literacy and effective critical thinking and organizational skills.  

To be considered, candidates must provide the following as an attachment:

• Educational documents
  • WES/ICAS Equivalence if degrees/diplomas are from a Non-Canadian University
• Teaching Philosophy Statement