Please circulate among potential applicants: The Labour & Workplace Studies Program in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Manitoba invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence on 1 July 1999 or soon thereafter. This interdisciplinary program provides courses leading to three- and four-year B.A. degrees and an Interdisciplinary M.A. degree. The successful applicant will teach a core course in the field of industrial relations, supervise student field placements, and teach in at least one of the following areas: labour history, labour law, workplace health & safety, labour process, sociology of work, labour economics, labour markets. Besides teaching, research and administrative duties, s/he will provide liaison with the local and provincial labour, business, volunteer and government communities in matters of labour and workplace studies. By the time of appointment the successful applicant must have a Ph.D. in industrial relations or a related area, and must have demonstrated competence in teaching and research. Starting salary range is $41,277 - $48,500. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and people with disabilities. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Curriculum vitae, two samples of the candidate's scholarly writing, evidence of teaching skills, and three letters of reference should be submitted by 19 February 1999 to Prof. Jesse Vorst, Chair, Hiring Committee, Labour and Workplace Studies Program, 448 University College, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg MB R3T 2M8.
