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Duties: Lead efforts to develop an organizational vision for workplace wellness as part of the University's strategic planning. Act as an advisor to the Wellness Steering Committee, and co-ordinate development, implementation, and evaluation of wellness programs.
Education: Minimum of an undergraduate degree in areas of health promotion or related field is required. Preference will be given to persons holding a graduate degree.
Experience: Four to seven years experience leading a comprehensive health/wellness effort in a corporate setting with emphasis in program development, training, behavioural change, lifestyle intervention, and program evaluation.
Strong conceptual, strategic, and visionary skills are essential. Candidate must be a self-motivated and independent thinker. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills are a must. Candidate should also have excellent co-ordination and organizational skills, project management skills, and knowledge of needs assessment and program evaluation methodologies.
Please send your application to
Ms. Wanda WetterbergApplication deadline is September 12, 1997. Resumes will be accepted by mail to the above address or by fax to: 492-1439.
Associate Vice-President (Human Resources)
3-20 University Hall
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2J9
The preferred candidate should have a PhD in a related discipline, a record of excellence in teaching and research, demonstrated leadership, team building and advocacy skills and the ability to maintain strong links with relevant professional organizations. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an externally funded research program, teach a reduced load (preferably in family studies, consumer studies and/or professional practice) and supervise graduate students.
Salary range is $55,000 to $75,000 per annum. Applications, including curriculum vitae and the names of three referees, should be addressed to
Dr. I. N. MorrisonDeadline: October 20, 1997. The position is available January 1, 1998, but the starting date is negotiable.
Dean, Faculty of Agriculture Forestry, and
Home Economics
2-14 Agriculture-Forestry Centre
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada T6G 2P5
Requirements: MSc in Biological Sciences (or related field) with a minimum of two years field experience; Experience working in both the boreal forest and agricultural landscapes; Proficiency in quad and chainsaw use and maintenance; Extensive knowledge of behavioural, population, and landscape ecology data collection andanalysis; Thorough knowledge of DBASE and DBASE programming; knowledge of Excel and SAS; Ability to work with the forest industry.
The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently and have demonstrated leadership qualities.
Start date 1 October 1997. Three-year term dependent on performance. Salary $18,000-25,000/year depending on qualifications and experience.
Please send C.V by September 5, 1997 to
Dr. S. Boutin
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 2E9
The Dean of Students reports to the Vice-President (Academic). As the senior administrator in charge of students and student services, the incumbent is responsible for the effective management and co-ordination of the administrative units charged with providing services to students. As the chief advocate of students, the incumbent must have a clear understanding of the nature of the problems that students face during their academic career and be able to work closely with departments, faculties, service units, and student associations to enhance the student experience at the University of Alberta.
The successful candidate must have skills in administration, communication, program development and evaluation, and fund raising. Likewise, the incumbent must be willing and able to represent University Student Services to both the community within the University and outside. The Dean of Students is a member of Deans' Council and participates in several senior University committees.
The incumbent must have an understanding of the basic principles of natural justice and be able to demonstrate the important role of advocacy, mediation and support in ensuring that students are dealt with in a fair and equitable manner.
This is a five-year appointment effective January 1, 1998. Staff members interested in this position should apply in confidence by September 30, 1997 to
Dr. Doug Owram
Vice-President (Academic)
Third Floor, University Hall
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada, T6G 2J9
The Faculty of Nursing is one of five Health Science Faculties at the University of Alberta, and is a member of the Co-ordinating Council of Health Sciences whose goal is the development of interdisciplinary opportunities for students and faculty. We offer three undergraduate programs leading to a BScN degree: collaborative baccalaureate; post-RN; and Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to BScN. At the graduate level, we offer an Advanced Nursing Practice Master's program with thesis and non-thesis routes, and a PhD in Nursing program. A complement of 61 full-time faculty, engaged in more than 75 funded research projects, offers approximately 70 courses to over 1050 undergraduate students and 128 graduate students. For further information about the Faculty of Nursing, please view our home page at http://www.quasar.ualberta.ca/nursing.
The Dean is responsible to the Vice-President (Academic) for the supervision and administration of academic programs, budget, and all activities of the Faculty. Candidates should have proven administrative experience, well-developed leadership skills, a strong academic background, and be committed to excellence in teaching and research. The appointment will take effect July 1, 1998 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Written nominations for the position, or applications supported by a curriculum vitae and the names of three referees, should be submitted by December 1, 1997 to
Dr. Doug Owram
Vice-President (Academic)
Third Floor, University Hall
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada, T6G 2J9
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