Sessional Instructor, School of Business, Business Law

Job Summary

The School of Business develops individuals to achieve leadership, management, global citizenship, and employability potential through business-relevant, research-informed education. The school offers degree, diploma, and certificate programs. Its Bachelor of Business Administration program has accreditation with EFMD.

The School Of Business Invites Qualified Applicants To Teach One Or More Of The Following Management Courses In The 2027 Winter And 2027 Fall Semesters

• BUS 261: Business Law
  
  

Descriptions of these courses can be found in the UFV Calendar at https://www.ufv.ca/calendar/courseoutlines/

Qualifications

Applicants are generally required to have either (1) a PhD or DBA in a relevant discipline or (2) a JD or LLB and at least five years of legal practice experience. Applicants must also have relevant teaching experience at a recognized post-secondary institution and/or industry experience in the practical application of Canadian business law. They should be familiar with British Columbia’s court system, legal procedures, and relevant business law topics. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and relevant industry experience will be considered assets

How To Apply

Please provide:

• a letter of application (cover letter) specifying the course you are applying to teach,
• your curriculum vitae, and
• recent teaching evaluations (if available).
  
  

Applicants may also submit a one-page statement of teaching philosophy in support of their application.

Applicants are not required to identify their country of origin or citizenship; However, all applications must include the following two-statements in their cover letter: (a) I am legally authorized to work in Canada”; or, “I am not legally authorized to work in Canada”, and (b) “I am a Canadian citizen/permanent resident of Canada”; or, “I am not a Canadian citizen/permanent resident of Canada.” Applications that do not include this information will be considered incomplete.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.