Professor

Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities?

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of career-ready and world-ready individuals?

If so, Seneca invites you to join our dynamic faculty in redefining the boundaries of teaching and learning.

Joining Seneca you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing an education experience that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms, ensuring that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's dynamic labour markets.

As a professor at Seneca, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of experiential learning, working closely with industry partners to provide students with real-world insights and opportunities, while also demonstrating teaching excellence, academic leadership, and expertise in curriculum development. Whether it's through entrepreneurship initiatives, applied research projects, or co-op placements, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students.

So, if you're ready to embrace flexibility, innovation, and the limitless potential of education, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's redefine the future of education and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and change makers.

Here is What’s on Your Horizon

Faculty/School: School of Fire Protection Technology
Program: Firefighter, Pre-Service Education & Training
Campuses: Newnham
Number of Openings: 1
Anticipated start date:Winter 2027. Start date may be adjusted based on the completion of the recruitment process.

Responsible for providing academic leadership in the classroom and ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students. You will…

Teaching Excellence:

• Engage students with course objectives, delivery approaches, and evaluation methods to promote active learning.
• Deliver courses across in-person, format using inclusive and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Integrate laboratory-based learning and applied scientific techniques to enhance student outcomes.
• Support students through academic advising, mentoring, and individualized feedback.
• Foster an engaging learning environment enriched by real-world applications and current scientific practices.

Course and Curriculum Development:

• Design and update curriculum aligned with current developments in biotechnology and molecular sciences.
• Develop assessments that reflect diverse learning styles and applied competencies.
• Collaborate with program leadership and industry stakeholders to ensure program relevance.
• Contribute to program quality through curriculum review and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Select and develop learning materials reflecting current research and industry practices.

Academic Leadership:

• Contribute to academic planning and program development.
• Participate in applied research and industry engagement activities.
• Support departmental collaboration and mentorship.
• Stay current in emerging scientific trends.

What you bring to Seneca

• Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in firefighting and fire ground operations is required.
• Minimum five (5) years’ teaching experience at the post-secondary level is required.
• Minimum completed of Master Degree in Fire Protection, related engineering or equivalent.
• Completed IFSAC or Pro Board accreditation in the following is required:
  • NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I & II;
  • NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector Level I;
  • NFPA 1035 Fire & Life Safety Educator Level I; and
  • NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor Level I.
• Demonstrated competencies to deliver in-person, online and hybrid teaching.
• Demonstrated exceptional presentation, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills is required and demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an academic team.
• Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections is an asset.
• Commitment to a team approach for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• An understanding and commitment to equity in education.
  

Note: A teaching demonstration will be required during the recruitment process.

Consideration will be given to qualified internal full-time academic and partial-load employees first in accordance with the Collective Agreement requirements. New employees will be required to demonstrate the Faculty Basic Competencies by the end of their probationary period.