Sessional Instructor - Ecology
Lab Instructor: BIO 213L Principles of Ecology Lab Fall 2025 Semester
This course explores the central questions of ecology: what are the mechanisms influencing the abundance and distribution of species across time and space? Ecology will be explored from the level of the individual, population, community, and ecosystem, through such topics as niche theory, organismal interactions, population dynamics, biodiversity assessments, and ecosystem services. Labs include a semester-long experiment, practical hands-on field work and in-lab tutorials.
Duties will include:
- Preparation, teaching, and grading of an undergraduate-level lab. Full instructions for labs will be provided.
Candidates should have a Master’s degree (PhD preferred) in a relevant field by the time of placement. Successful candidates will be committed to high quality teaching and be student centered. Preference will be given to candidates with undergraduate teaching experience, and abilities to integrate Christian perspectives into teaching and learning.
- Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory criminal background check and academic transcripts.
Employment is contingent upon affirmation that employees understand that Ambrose is a Christian University, and that they will work in good faith within the sphere of their expertise and contractual obligations to support the mission of Ambrose.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply: Send a letter of application and curriculum vitae (CV), along with three academic references, to Ambrose University – Sciences Department c/o pam.meyers@ambrose.edu, indicating “Sessional Faculty Position in Ecology” in the subject line. Review of applications begins immediately.
Ambrose University is committed to employment diversity and encourages applications from all qualified men and women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities.
Ambrose University is a private Christian university located in Southwest Calgary. The Faculty of Arts and Science offers Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Christian Studies, English, General Studies, History, and Music, as well as a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Science in Biology. These programs are accredited by the Ministry of Advanced Education and overseen by Campus Alberta Quality Council (CAQC). The School of Education provides a Bachelor of Education (After Degree), and the School of Business offers both a Bachelor of Business Administration and a BA in Business. The Faculty of Theology offers undergraduate programs in Children’s Ministries, Church Ministries, Intercultural Studies, Worship Arts, and Youth Ministries. The seminary offers graduate degrees including a Master of Divinity, Master of Leadership and Ministry, Master of Intercultural Ministry, Master of Theology, and Master of Christian Studies, along with diploma and certificate options. Graduate theological studies are also available in Chinese. Ambrose is committed to the integration of Christian faith with academic discipline, with a vision for academic excellence in the service of the church and the world. For more information visit us online at www.ambrose.edu.