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Faculty/Unit: The School of Continuing Studies, Technology & Innovation Domain

Job Posting Title: Assistant Professor (CAS)/Senior Faculty Lecturer/Faculty Lecturer

Position Description:

The McGill School of Continuing Studies (SCS) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor or Faculty lecturer (rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience) position in Multilingual Digital Communication. This is a full-time ranked academic, non-tenure-track position with an initial appointment of three (3) years with the possibility of renewal subject to performance. The successful candidate will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of experts to build, develop, teach in, and make other contributions (e.g., incubating new initiatives such as applied research projects or other entrepreneurial ventures) to the School's new MSc (A) in Multilingual Digital Communication, a cutting-edge program and the first of its kind in Canada that sits at the crossroads of the communication, language (translation), and tech industries, as well as other programs in the Technology and Innovation domain.

Job Duties:

The successful candidate's primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and teach (online) courses in the program or engage in the equivalent in special projects or applied research projects, as determined in consultation with the Graduate Program Director and the Director of Technology and Innovation;

• Participate in the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of the curriculum and teaching materials in the MSc (A) in Multilingual Digital Communication programs targeting early-/midcareer professionals and other programs in the Technology and Innovation domain as needed;

• Assume primary responsibility for the oversight and review of courses undergoing online development in the Technology and Innovation domain.

• Planning and coordination of the Multilingual Communication Technologies Stream, including the three-track capstone experience (internship/practicum/applied research project), and assist with other related academic administrative activities as needed;

• Serve on the relevant workgroups or committees.

• Conduct applied research in the field of expertise that contributes to the programs (informs curriculum development and program delivery) in the Technology and Innovation domain;

• Identify and apply for grants and other sources of funding.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Graduate degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Computer Science, Localization Studies, Computational Linguistics, or any other relevant discipline(s)

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Multilingual Communication Technologies, Multilingual AI, Machine Learning in Translation, Multilingual AI and Organizing, Computational Intelligence Applied to the Language Industry, Localization Engineering, Translation/Localization Management, UX Localization, or Natural Language Processing (NLP)

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience with course/program development and delivery, preferably at the post-secondary level

• Significant current and relevant industry experience in the relevant field of expertise

• Active applied research agenda in one or more fields related to multilingual digital communication and the application of AI technologies in the language and other industries

• Knowledge of French and English. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing . Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and, at least, one other language

• Experience in fostering learning by establishing an inclusive and positive classroom dynamic, involving learners in various activities, and managing student participation and group interactions effectively

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Experience in and demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives, including accessibility in the context of online environments

Job Type: Contract Academic Staff
Rank: Assistant Professor Senior Faculty Lecturer, or Faculty lecturer(non-tenured, ranked contract academic staff, rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience)

Length of Appointment: Three (3) year term
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Posting Period: Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication of this advertisement.

Position Details:

This is a full-time ranked academic, non-tenure track position for an initial period of three (3) years, starting as soon as possible, with the possibility of renewal, subject to performance. Ranked CAS who have been continuously employed in the same Faculty for six (6) years shall be appointed for an Indefinite Term.

Application Procedure:

Applications must include the following materials:

• Cover letter summarizing relevant educational background and work experience

• Curriculum vitae

• Statement of teaching philosophy

• Statement of applied research interests

• Teaching evaluations for the three most recent years

• Publication sample

• Names, titles and contact information of three referees

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate's record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and throughaccommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.