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Course Lecturer - SEAD 530

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McGill University

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Sustainability
    Education & Teaching
  • Montréal
  • Quick Apply
    8d left

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  • You need a Master’s or Ph.D. in Engineering, teaching experience, knowledge of sustainability economics, and impact analysis skills.
  • You will prepare course materials, deliver lectures, facilitate discussions, evaluate student performance, provide feedback, and maintain office hours for student consultations.

Requirements

  • Education :
  • Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, or a closely related field
  • Experience :
  • Teaching experience in university environment in English and/or French
  • Other qualification requirement(s):
  • Demonstrated knowledge (e.g., through publications, theses, work experience) of micro and macroeconomics of sustainability, market structures, principles of substitution, market failures and externalities, monetization and pricing of externalities. Demonstrated knowledge of policy instruments, permits and licenses, mandates, incentives, penalties, taxation and eco-social principles, mechanism design, the principles of life cycle analyses and the circular economy.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of impact of engineering on ecological and economic sustainability. Past experience in economic analysis for sustainability /sustainable development through graduate education and/or teaching.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching the course Economics for Sustainability in Engineering and Design - SEAD 530.
  • Preparing course materials and assignments.
  • Delivering lectures and facilitating discussions.
  • Evaluating student performance and providing feedback.
  • Maintaining office hours for student consultations.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Course Lecturer for SEAD 530.

What is the course title and schedule?

The course title is "Economics for Sustainability in Engineering and Design" (SEAD 530), and it is scheduled for Tuesdays from 06:05 PM to 08:55 PM from January 6 to April 11, 2025.

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is October 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM (EDT).

What are the education qualifications required for this position?

A Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering or a closely related field is required.

What type of teaching experience is preferred?

Teaching experience in a university environment in English and/or French is preferred.

What specific knowledge is required for this position?

Candidates must have demonstrated knowledge of micro and macroeconomics of sustainability, market structures, environmental policy instruments, and principles of life cycle analyses and the circular economy.

Where will the course be held?

The course will be held at Wong 1030.

How should external candidates apply?

External candidates must apply through WORKDAY, following the instructions provided in the job posting.

Is there a preference for candidates from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, McGill University is committed to equity and diversity and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and communities.

Can current McGill employees apply for the position?

Yes, current McGill employees must apply through their McGill Workday account using the Find Jobs report instead of the external career site.

What accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities?

Applicants with disabilities can contact accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca in confidence for accommodations during the application process.

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