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Description

The Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Sessional Instructor to teach Spring 2026 OPMA 317 LEC 01. Classes in the Spring 2026 semester run from May 4 to June 15, 2026. Registrar Scheduled Exams will take place between June 17 to June 20, 2026, if applicable.

OPMA 317 LEC 01 (Fundamentals of Operations and Supply Chain Management)
LEC 01 Monday/Wednesday 9:00am - 11:45am

The calendar description of the course:
"An introduction to operations and supply chain management's strategic importance, wide applicability, and sustainability integration. Topics include management of inventory, quality, global supply chains, capacity, projects and process improvement."

Qualifications

- Graduate degree (MBA, MSc, DBA or PhD) or work experience in a relevant field is required.
- Recent successful delivery of a course teaching the fundamentals of Operations Management as instructor at a post-secondary institution (within last two years) that includes evidence of curriculum development with case-based or experiential learning approaches is required.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex operational workflows, and to translate them into accessible and applied learning.
- Demonstrate the ability to foster student engagement at the undergraduate level.
- Located in or near Calgary for the in-person delivery of the course is required.

To apply, please submit your application online via the 'Apply Now' link and address your cover letter to the attention of Marco Bijvank, Area Chair, Operations and Supply Chain Management. In support of your application, please provide the following in your application package:

- A current CV containing a discussion of relevant teaching and professional experience.
- Previous teaching evaluations, if applicable
- Names of three references
Any additional information that you may have to strengthen your application and assist in the selection process.

Please be aware that the application process only allows for four attachments, which may require you to merge documents.

The application deadline is April 21, 2026. Please note that consideration of applicants may begin before the application deadline.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.





While we accept all applications for this vacancy, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association's website at http://www.ucalgary.ca/TUCFA for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.

We thank you for your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).





All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Haskayne School of Business, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning workplace, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.

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📌 Sessional Instructor - OPMA 317, Spring 2026, Haskayne School of Business (Northwest Calgary)
🏢 The University of Calgary
📍 Northwest Calgary