JOB: University of Alberta, Associate or Full Profesor

Tenure-Track Position in
the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation
University of Alberta

The Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, invites applications for a senior level, tenure-track faculty position (ASSOCIATE or FULL PROFESSOR rank) in the socio-cultural area of sport and leisure. The suggested start date is July 1, 2006.

The Faculty is looking for a senior scholar with expertise in critical sport sociology and/or cultural studies of sport and leisure. The successful candidate will have a significant and proven track record of scholarly research and publication, and strong evidence of effective teaching. The Faculty has a strong tradition in the socio-cultural area. The successful candidate will help to provide leadership, contribute to all degree programs in the Faculty, make a major contribution to the graduate program, and contribute to the citizenship of the Faculty and the University. A strong background in contemporary social theory and related research methodologies is anticipated.

The Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation serves approximately 1,020 undergraduate and graduate students. It offers several degree programs: BA in Recreation, Sport and Tourism, BPE, BSc Kinesiology, MSc, MA, and PhD, as well as a combined BPE/BED that is offered jointly with the Faculty of Education. In conjunction with the School of Business, it offers an MBA in Sport & Leisure Management.

In addition to its academic programs, the Faculty has an active Campus Recreation Program that serves 22,000 people, and a full intercollegiate program of 12 sports. The Faculty has full operational responsibilities for University sport and recreation facilities. The University of Alberta is a vibrant teaching and research environment, in the capital city of Edmonton, Alberta. Further information about the University of Alberta and the Faculty may be obtained from http://www.ualberta.ca and http://www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/per/.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, brief descriptions of research and teaching interests and the names of three references (including addresses, phone/fax and e-mail addresses). Review of applications will commence January 9, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled.

Please direct correspondence to:

Dr. Michael J Mahon, Dean
Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation
W1-34 Van Vliet Centre
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB T6G 2H9 Canada.
E-mail: mike.mahon@ualberta.ca
Telephone: (780) 492-3364
Fax: (780) 492-1008

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.