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Posting Reference: LEAD 3043 FRE1B


Course Information

Course Prefix: LEAD Course Number: 3043
Course Section: FRE1B Course Name: Science and Society
Term: Winter Campus:Fredericton
Faculty: School of Leadership Studies Department: School of Leadership Studies
Position Start Date: 2026-01-05 Position End Date: 2026-04-13
Posting Date: 2025-06-02 Application Deadline: 2025-10-31
Applications to be submitted via: email email jessica.bourque@unb.ca
Requested By: Dr. Carol Nemeroff


Class Details

Days: Monday Time: 2:30-5:20pm
Number of Positions Available: 1 Total Credit Hours: 3
Mode of Delivery: Face to Face Location: On Campus
Stipend Amount: 7193.00


Curriculum Context

Core course in interdisciplinary undergraduate curriculum of Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies, School of Leadership Studies.



Course Description

This course introduces students to basic precepts of scientific knowledge and thinking and assesses how the scientific worldview has revolutionized our lives individually and collectively on a global scale. Via an interdisciplinary approach it explores topics such as the implications of a scientific worldview, scientific knowledge and literacy, science and religion, Indigenous knowledge systems and modern science, technology and ethical dilemmas, science and the environment, and science and the future.



Qualifications

Minimum of a Masters degree with a background in natural science and society with experience teaching from an interdisciplinary perspective. Knowledge of the SLS curriculum is an asset.



Additional Notes



Disposition

Review of applications will continue until position is filled

Is the instructor a Graduate Student Teaching Apprentice

none

Successful Applicant(s)


Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada