College Lecturer - Small Ruminant Production

Location: Ridgetown, ON, CA N0P 2C0 Primary Category Page: College (Research) Professor - Lecturer Division: Ridgetown Campus Requisition ID: 2808 Position is covered by the Agreement between the University of Guelph and University of Guelph Faculty Association Unit 2 Temporary part-time from 09/02/2026 to 12/16/2026 Position Description The University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus invites applications for a fixed term part-time College Lecturer, teaching in the Agriculture Associate Diploma Program. This position is covered by the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA) Unit 2. This appointment will begin in early September 2026 and will end in December 2026. The position is based at the Ridgetown Campus, in the municipality of Chatham-Kent, 200km southwest of the University’s main campus in Guelph. Position Requirements An undergraduate degree in a related field (animal biology, animal science, bio-resource management, agriculture, etc.) with three years of relevant working experience. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Effective communication skills and the ability to develop presentations for diploma students. An ability to incorporate relevant, practical and applied experiences into teaching methods. Advanced proficiency with MS Office and internet applications. Demonstrated record of diplomacy, teamwork, and time management. Preference Given to Candidates With Experience teaching at the post-secondary level with a commitment to student success. Experience in the agricultural industry. A related professional designation or industry recognized certification. Reporting to the Associate Director of Academic Quality and Student Success, the College Lecturer will be responsible for teaching and delivering the course material, as well as the necessary preparation and grading of course materials and assessments. The College Lecturer will also provide student support in a timely fashion, answering student questions and inquiries regarding the course. Assigned Course DAGR*4040 Small Ruminant Production This course includes Ontario sheep and goat production (with emphasis on sheep). The major topics include: production systems, genetics and breeding, nutrition, health and welfare, housing and products. There are three (3) lecture hours and two (2) lab hours per week. There is one (1) lab section. The course is scheduled as follows: Wednesday: 2:00pm-3:30pm (lecture), 3:30pm-5:30pm (lab) Thursday: 10:00am-11:30am (lecture) Detailed program information can be found here: https://calendar.uoguelph.ca/associate-diploma/course-descriptions/dagr/. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications. About Ridgetown Campus and the University We acknowledge the traditional territory under Treaty 2 of the Ojibwa, Odawa, and Potawatomi on which the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus resides. These three Nations make up the traditional Three Fires Confederacy. We recognize and respect the contributions of our Anishinaabe and Leni-Lunape ancestors, as stewards both in shaping and strengthening this community, our province, and our country. The University of Guelph’s Ridgetown Campus has been a leader in applied agricultural research for 100 years. The campus is located in the municipality of Chatham-Kent, one of Canada’s most important agricultural regions, producing over 70 different types of crops. Campus faculty are globally recognized as leaders in their fields, partnering closely with producers to solve real-world problems. They share their expertise with students inside the classroom and on our 180-hectare campus and research plots which offer exceptional hands-on learning opportunities. The University of Guelph resides on the traditional lands and territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat. These lands are now home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. We offer our respect and gratitude to our Indigenous neighbours and affirm our responsibility to realize our commitments to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided in this work by Bi-Naagward | It Comes into View, the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy. The University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across over 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: To Improve Life. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues. Application Process If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph, you must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant. SuccessFactors: Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) Assessment of applications will begin on August 22, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should create an account on careers.uoguelph.ca and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #2808). For a competitive application, please ensure submission of the following materials in a single PDF file: Letter of interest Curriculum vitae Applications should reference Requisition ID#2808 and be addressed to the attention of Dr. Paul Luimes, Associate Director, Academic Quality and Student Success, Ridgetown Campus. Employee Type: Temporary Position Number: 10924553 Classification: UGFA Unit 2 - College Lecturer This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association UGFA Unit 2 The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time, our strategic plan, which pledges to “transform our human resources, governance and student services and practices across the University to enable us to recruit a diverse student, faculty and staff body and support them in achieving their personal, professional and scholarly goals.” The University commits to creating and maintaining “equitable work environments that empower us in our pursuit of student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact.” The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. The University of Guelph recognizes that career paths can be diverse and career interruptions may occur. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like considerations given to the impact of any circumstances, such as (but not limited to) those due to health and/or family reasons, that may have affected an applicant’s record of achievement. You are not required to disclose these circumstances in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these circumstances do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position. The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting Occupational Health and Wellness at 519-824-4120 x52674. If you have any questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the hiring process or for more information and support, please visit the University’s Occupational Health and Wellness or contact OHW at [email protected]. Posting Date: 08/14/2026 Closing Date: 08/21/2026 or until a suitable candidate is found

The College Lecturer is responsible for teaching and delivering course material for the Small Ruminant Production course, including lectures and labs. They are also tasked with preparing course materials, grading assessments, and providing timely support to students.

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in a related field such as animal science or agriculture, combined with at least three years of relevant work experience. Strong communication skills, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to incorporate practical, applied experiences into teaching methods are required.

• Time managementPreferred
• TeamworkPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Teaching
• Small Ruminant Production
• Animal Science
• Agriculture
• Curriculum Development
• Grading
• Student Support
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• MS Office
• Presentation Skills
• Applied Research
• Student Services
• Diplomacy
• Effective Communication
• Research
• Reconciliation
• Biology
• Strategic Planning
• Genetics
• Governance
• Higher Education
• Innovation
• Lecturing
• Presentations
• Resource Management

• Education
• Agriculture
• Science & Research
• College Lecturer
• College Professor (Other)
• University and Higher Education Teachers
• Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
• Postsecondary Teachers

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 22, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

5 hours per week