Assistant Professor in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership, at the rank of Assistant Professor, in the School of Public Policy and Administration at Carleton University, effective July 1, 2014 with possible starting date of April 15, 2014.

Closing Deadline:  November 1, 2013

SPPA faculty will be attending the ARNOVA conference, November 21-23, and available to meet with potential candidates for a shortlist.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and a demonstrated promise of excellence in research. The successful candidate would teach required and elective courses in the School’s Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership (www.carleton.ca/mpnl) and have an active research agenda in this field. The ability to teach in other areas of public management and public policy in the Master of Arts in Public Administration is desirable.

Of particular interest are candidates with expertise in: 1) Nonprofit governance, leadership and management (for example, board governance, leadership theories, charity law, communications, marketing and social media, or organizational development and evaluation); and/or 2) nonprofit financing (for example, social finance, and fundraising); and/or 3) organized philanthropy and social innovation (for example, foundations, ethical issues, and processes of innovation).

The School is a recognized centre of academic excellence in public policy, management and administration, housed in a Faculty of Public Affairs and a physical home of a beautiful new riverside building. It is the oldest school of its kind in Canada and is well known internationally. The School’s multi-disciplinary faculty members are engaged in diverse research and teaching initiatives, and are actively engaged with a broad range of professional communities.  Of particular relevance to this position is the research and training offered through the Carleton Centre for Community Innovation (3ci  http://www3.carleton.ca/3ci/). More information on the School can be obtained from our Web site www.carleton.ca/sppa and more information on the University at the Faculty Recruitment and Support Web site www.carleton.ca/facultyrecruitment.

Candidates should include in their application a curriculum vitae; statement of research interests; teaching interests and philosophy; and a teaching portfolio, or evidence of graduate supervision and teaching performance. S/he should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent to the School.   All candidates attaining an interview will be asked to deliver a research seminar. Applications should be sent by hard copy as well as electronically to:

Dr. Susan Phillips Director, School of Public Policy and Administration 5217 River Building, Carleton University 1125 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, ON, Canada  K1S 5B6 Email: susan.phillips@carleton.ca Phone: (613) 520 2600 ext 2633 or 2547

Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Carleton University is a dynamic research and teaching institution with a tradition of leading change. Its internationally recognized faculty, staff, and researchers provide more than 25,000 full- and part-time students from every province and more than 100 countries around the world with academic opportunities in more than 80 programs of study. Carleton’s creative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to research has led to many significant discoveries and creative work in science and technology, business, public policy and administration, and the arts.

Minutes from downtown, Carleton University is located on a beautiful campus in the central portion of Ottawa, bordered by the Rideau River on one side, and the Rideau Canal on the other.  With over 12 national museums and the spectacular Gatineau Park close by, there are many excellent recreational opportunities for individuals and families to enjoy. The City of Ottawa itself, with a population of almost one million, is Canada’s capital city and reflects the country’s bilingual and multicultural character. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital provides many opportunities for research with groups and institutions that reflect the diversity of the country.

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

All positions are subject to budgetary approval.