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Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo since 1959, is located on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohsy:ni, and Attawandaran (Neutral) Peoples, invites applications for a two-year Definite Term appointment at the level of Lecturer in the School of Social Work to commence August 1, 2023. The appointment carries a teaching load of seven (7) courses over three academic terms (Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer) and service obligations. Renison University College is committed to excellence in research and teaching. Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social engagement through the School of Social Work and the Social Development Studies Department; global engagement through our Culture and Language Studies Department; and community engagement in our non-degree programs, including the English Language Institute, and through the Centre for Continuing and Professional Education. Faculty members at Renison are direct employees of Renison University College and participate in the University of Waterloo pension and benefits plans. More information about Renison is available at and about the School of Social Work is available at School of Social Work Mission Statement: The School of Social Work prepares social work practitioners through an accessible and inclusive curriculum, at the post-degree Bachelor''s level (BSW) and Master''s level (MSW), in a learning environment that fosters caring and ethical social work practice within a local and global context. The School of Social Work is committed to positive social change through the principles of justice, equity and respect for diversity. The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience: BSW or MSW degree, and a Ph.D. (or near completion) in Social Work or a related discipline. Substantial practice experience in social work, social policy, and/or community engagement is required. Excellence or the promise of excellence in teaching, with preference given to applicants with online teaching experience and teaching, practice, and scholarship in the area of health (broadly defined in relation to the social and structural determinants of health and well-being) and health services. Demonstrated ability to teach courses offered in-person and online. Demonstrated ability to teach BSW and MSW courses from a range of theoretical frameworks, including anti-oppressive, anti-racist, decolonizing, Indigenous, and other critical frameworks. Demonstrated engagement with the mission statement of the School of Social Work in their teaching and scholarship.