Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in K-12 Science Education

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in K-12 Science Education

Job Identification 3387

Posting Date 12/24/2025, 10:12 PM

Apply Before 2/5/2026

Job Schedule Full Time

Locations

Edmonton, AB, Canada
(On-site)

Category Type Education – Teacher Education – Elementary

Position Type Faculty (Includes Asst. Professors, Associate Professors)

College/Administrative Portfolio College of Social Sciences + Humanities

Faculty/Department Education

Annual Salary Range

About the Team

About the Team
The https://www.ualberta.ca/en/education/index.html is consistently ranked among the top faculties of education in Canada and globally. It is home to award-winning educators, internationally recognized researchers, and socially engaged scholars. With a commitment to inclusive excellence, the faculty supports K-12 education, professional development, and advanced scholarship, shaping the next generation of teachers, leaders, and policymakers who make a difference in classrooms and communities.

Description

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant Professor, which is in accordance with the https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/media-library/my-employment/agreements/schedule-a-academic-faculty-members-2020-2024.pdf, and offers a comprehensivehttps://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/benefits-and-pay/benefits-and-pension/benefits-overview/index.html

Location – This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta invites applications from qualified candidates for one (1) tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in K-12 Science Education, with a specialization in elementary science education. The successful candidate will join a Faculty where they would have opportunities to engage in thoughtful and critical scholarship alongside undergraduate and graduate students and internationally renowned scholars. The expected start date is July 1, 2026.

We seek candidates who are intellectually curious, excited about rigorous research and scholarship and its applications; committed to quality teaching and learning in face-to-face and online environments; engaged in service and professional development activities that advance science education locally, nationally, and internationally; and dedicated to supporting the University’s commitments to access, community, belonging, Reconciliation, and social justice.

Responsibilities

Teaching (40%)

The incumbent will be expected to teach, revise, and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in elementary science education and/or other areas of education that are delivered on-campus and online. Additional instructional duties include academic advising for course-based MEd students and supervising thesis-based MEd and PhD students.

Research and Scholarship (40%)

The incumbent will be expected to advance a program of funded research, publish research in peer-reviewed journals and other relevant sources, present at conferences, and otherwise contribute to the creation and dissemination of new knowledge in the area of K-12 science education. The College’s Office of Research provides various supports for faculty researchers.

Service (20%)

The incumbent will be expected to participate in service and professional development activities that advance science education locally, nationally, and internationally; and serve on committees within the Faculty and University.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must have completed a doctorate in Science Education or a closely related field. Doctoral candidates with a planned defense date prior to August, 2026 will also be considered.
• Candidates must have at least two years of relevant K-12 teaching experience.
• Applicants must demonstrate engagement in a research program related to science education.

The following are considered an asset:

• Evidence of successful science teaching at the elementary (grades K-6) level.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the postsecondary level, particularly in courses related to science methods or curriculum.
• Experiences with interdisciplinary and cross-curricular collaboration in K–12 science education.
• Evidence of collaboration in teaching and research contexts.

Application Instructions

Please read the application instructions carefully; incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please submit the following documents online in a single file:

• Cover letter identifying how the applicant meets the qualifications for the position
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Teaching statement, including philosophy, experience, and examples of practice (Maximum 2 pages)
• Research statement (Maximum 2 pages)
• One sample of peer-reviewed research publication
• Contact information for three references. Referees will be contacted and asked to supply letters only if a candidate makes the short list. Please alert potential references in advance, as the reference letter collection phase will be limited in duration.

About Us
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. https://www.ualberta.ca/en/careers.html.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms – physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.

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