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Table of Contents

Contents Page

1.0 The Opportunity 3

2.0 The University of Manitoba 3

3.0 The Faculty of Science 5

4.0 The Role 10

5.0 Aspirations for the Faculty 11

6.0 Candidate Qualifications 13 7.0 About Winnipeg and Manitoba 15

8.0 Search Committee 17

9.0 The Appointment 18

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1.0 The Opportunity

With ambitious plans for the future, the Faculty of Science at the University of Manitoba is seeking a highly

motivated leader to be its next Dean. Home to over 175 faculty members who are attuned to the complex

issues facing the world of science today, the Faculty offers a wide range of programming to approximately

4,300 students. The Science community at the University of Manitoba is deeply committed to the pursuit of

excellence, and to pushing the boundaries of knowledge to grow and build the Faculty’s reputation for

world-class science research and education. Possessing a passion for innovation and discovery, the new

Dean will champion continuing success, and will have the ability to strategically develop partnerships and

manage resources toward the fulfillment of a vision for the Faculty as one of Canada’s leaders.

2.0 The University of Manitoba Celebrated as Western Canada’s first university, the University of

Manitoba is the largest university in Manitoba and the only

medical-doctoral institution in the province. As a member of

Canada’s U15 group of research universities, its community of

29,759 students, 4,754 academic faculty and staff, and 3,962 non-

academic staff contributes $1.8 billion annually to Manitoba’s

economy.

A leader in Manitoba’s knowledge economy, the University of

Manitoba is known for its groundbreaking research in a variety of areas, including nanotechnology,

functional foods and nutraceuticals, HIV/AIDS and climate change. The University’s current operating

budget totals more than $600 million, and its research funding is approximately $136.8 million.

The University of Manitoba has two distinct but closely aligned campuses: the Fort Garry Campus, a 233-

hectare complex bordering the Red River in south Winnipeg, and the Bannatyne Campus in central

Winnipeg. The campuses sit at the crossroads of the

Anishinaabe, Métis, Cree, Dakota and Oji-Cree Nations. The

University of Manitoba is located on Treaty One territory, and

on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe peoples and the

homeland of the Métis Nation. The university has four colleges

—St. Andrew’s College (Ukrainian Orthodox), St. John’s College

(Anglican), St. Paul’s College (Roman Catholic), and University

College (secular)—and Université de Saint-Boniface, where

programs are taught in French, is also affiliated with the

university.

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The University of Manitoba is home to 44 Canada Research Chairs, one Canada Excellence Research Chair,

and 40 research centres, institutes and shared facilities. The university has produced more Rhodes

Scholars than any other institution in Western Canada, and faculty members at the university are

frequently recognized for their achievements in teaching and research. Currently, the University of

Manitoba has one faculty member who is an appointed Companion, five who are Officers, and five who are

Members of the Order of Canada. Additionally, ten individuals have been appointed to the Order of

Manitoba, and 39 individuals have been named Fellows of the Royal Society of Canada.

The University of Manitoba’s mission is: “To create, preserve and communicate knowledge, and thereby,

contribute to the cultural, social and economic well-being of the people of Manitoba, Canada and the world.”

Attracting talent who are motivated by this mission is a fundamental reason for the university’s success.

The University of Manitoba strives to ensure that First Nations, Métis and Inuit values are acknowledged,

embraced and infused into life on its campuses. Indigenous Achievement is a key component of the

university's strategic planning framework.

For more information about this dynamic university, visit the following websites:

General Websites:

http://umanitoba.ca – Main University Website

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/vp_academic/ – Vice-President (Academic) and Provost Website

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/vp_research/ – Vice-President (Research and International) Website

http://umanitoba.ca/student/admissions/viewbook/index.html – 2013 Viewbook Website

http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/student_services.html – Student Services Website

http://umanitoba.ca/student/studentlife/student_experience/ – Student Experience Website

Strategic Planning Websites:

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/president/strategic_plan/

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/vp_admin/media/UM_Planning_Framework.pdf

Financial Information Website:

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/financial_services/media/u_of_m_annual_financial_report_2011.pdf

Indigenous Websites:

http://umanitoba.ca/indigenous/

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/media/indigenous_viewbook_web.pdf

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3.0 The Faculty of Science

The University’s Faculty of Science is the pre-eminent Science

Faculty in the province of Manitoba and is considered among

Canada’s best. The Faculty is a cornerstone of the University of

Manitoba, and has the strongest and most comprehensive

combination of research and teaching within the academy. Founded

over a century ago, this research-intensive Faculty is an essential

contributor to people and society at the local, national and

international levels.

The Faculty offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs to 4082 undergraduate and 364

graduate students, engages in a wide spectrum of research, and provides invaluable, expert service to a

broad range of communities. It is the excellence of the Faculty’s research, the depth and breadth of its

programs, and the breadth and excellence of opportunities available to its students that distinguishes the

Faculty on both the national and world stage. Many of the Faculty’s professoriate have won research and

teaching awards, and enjoy engaging with the large number of students who count on them. The Faculty of

Science at the University of Manitoba provides a solid foundation for the future lives and careers of its

students. With the ongoing achievements of students, staff, and faculty members, the Faculty is poised for

even greater success for it has, by virtue of its achievements, already proven its immense potential.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND RESEARCH

The Faculty of Science comprises seven Departments and a few special units. The Departments within the

Faculty are Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics &

Astronomy, and Statistics. The Faculty operates an astronomy program with a physical presence at Glenlea

south of Winnipeg, and alongside the Faculties of Agricultural and Food Sciences, Engineering, and

Medicine, is a part of the Manitoba Institute for Materials initiative, an institute that facilitates and

enhances basic and applied materials science at the University and in the prairie region. There are formal

and informal research groups both within the Faculty of Science and in collaboration with other Faculties.

The Faculty has Co-operative Education Coordinators and currently offers a joint co-op program with the

Department of Mathematics and the Department of Computer Science, and a multi-Faculty committee

governs the Faculty’s highly successful Genetics program.

The Faculty’s research spans the full spectrum of science, both disciplinary and interdisciplinary, and is

conducted in all departments by virtually every faculty member. Much of the research is curiosity driven

and other research, often in partnership with industrial collaborators, is directed at solving applied

problems. Increasingly, much research is team-based, crossing discipline boundaries and involving

researchers in other faculties and at other institutions both nationally and internationally. Faculty

members have been very successful in receiving grants from granting councils and other governmental

and business ventures, all of which contributes to maintaining its proliferation of research output.

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The Faculty has a remarkable public presence as far as research is concerned. Below are just a few

examples:

The Faculty is involved in the NSERC-funded MabNet program, a network comprised of 8

Canadian universities, 9 sponsoring companies and 3 government institutions. MabNet consists of

a multidisciplinary group including molecular biologists, cell biologists, and chemical engineers

who work to design optimal methods of production for selected monoclonal antibodies. MabNet

holds an annual conference that brings together world-class scientists from academia and industry.

Science Faculty members are leading Canadian genomics research in flax and biofuels, a project

that involves researchers in microbiology, biochemistry, genomics, bioinformatics, proteomics, and

engineering from across Canada, the United States, and New Zealand. This partnership is made

possible through partnership with Genome Canada, Genome Prairie, the Province of Manitoba’s

Ministry of Science, Technology Energy and Mines (STEM), and numerous other research partners.

In April 2006, The Western Canada Research Computing Grid (WestGrid) expanded to include

all universities in the four western provinces (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia).

WestGrid is now the largest of the seven high performance computing (HPC) resource providers in

Canada. WestGrid has grown considerably since its inception, but its vision remains the same: "to

enable researchers across western Canada to take advantage of WestGrid's powerful tools to push

the bounds of discovery and collaborate with colleagues around the world" (WestGrid Annual

Report, 2008). The University of Manitoba is a major contributor in the expanded WestGrid, and

will be the location of a large capability cluster accessible to all researchers within WestGrid and

eventually to researchers across Canada.

Researchers at the University of Manitoba are part of an international collaboration with the

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) working to find efficient ways to convert renewable

energy resources: solar, electrical and wind energy into chemical fuels, such as hydrogen. The

University of Manitoba has built world-class facilities worth over $10 million dollars over the past

five years, and the facilities, as well as the University of Manitoba scientists, are critical to the

project's overall success.

Effective teaching in the Faculty of Science is critically important. At the undergraduate level, the Faculty

teaches approximately 22% of the university’s undergraduate student credit hours (UGSCHs), amounting

to about 120,000 per year, or 40,000 course registrations. The majority of the Faculty’s students are

required to take experimental labs, a contribution not captured in the UGSCHs statistics. Teaching to our

own students includes general, major, honours, and graduate teaching. Other Faculties depend on the

Faculty of Science: about 41% of our undergraduate teaching is to first-year students, and 26% to other

Faculties. The Faculty intersects in a variety of other ways with other academic units such as the Faculty of

Medicine; students, for example, who choose courses toward the fulfilment of a B.Sc General Degree are

eligible to apply to the MD program in the Faculty of Medicine. The Faculty is home to 364 graduate

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students, nearly all of whom are in research-based thesis programs. Nearly 1/3 of the Faculty’s graduate

students are international.

Manitoba’s Faculty of Science is a community of individuals who are constantly recognized for their

achievements. Faculty members and students are routinely invited to international symposia and

conferences to present their research, are presented with prestigious awards for their commitment to

scientific discovery, and are published in a myriad of publications read by other scholars, industry

practitioners, and scientific experts. The following link provides examples of past awards and scholarships

received by students of the Faculty: Faculty of Science Highlights 2010.

The Faculty of Science is very engaged with the greater community. The Let’s Talk Science Outreach

Program is a national volunteer program where university students promote science literacy for children

through hands-on activities. Let’s Talk Science is affiliated with 38 universities throughout Canada, and its

partnership with the University of Manitoba began 13 years ago. In 2012, the University of Manitoba had

200 volunteers and reached out to over 8000 students in the province. The Science Rendezvous (SR)

initiative—another initiative that engages Manitoba’s Faculty of Science with the greater community—is a

public platform to promote science awareness and increase science literacy in Canada. Science Rendezvous

is an annual day-long festival spanning multiple simultaneous sites across the country, designed to bring

science and world-leading scientists face-to-face with the public.

For more information on the Faculty of Science, visit the following websites:

Faculty of Science Main Page:

http://umanitoba.ca/science/

About the Faculty of Science:

http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/science/about/index.html

Strategic Plan (2009):

http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/science/resources/Science_StrategicPlan_May09.pdf

Administrative Staff:

http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/science/dean/deansoffice.html

Research:

http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/science/research/index.html

Alumni Page:

http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/science/alumni/index.html

Information about Programs:

http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/science/departments/index.html

Smartpark:

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/vp_admin/smartpark/index.html

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FACTS & FIGURES AT A GLANCE

U of M, Faculty of Science (2014)

Year Faculty was Established 1904

Number of Faculty and Staff 175 full-time faculty

66 part-time sessional instructors

78 support staff

Breakdown of Student Population 4082 undergraduate students

364 graduate students

Operating Budget $35.3 million

Departments

Biological Sciences

The Department of Biological Sciences was

officially formed in July, 2007. A hallmark of

the Department is the integration of

research and teaching expertise to create

opportunities for future growth, to promote

novel synergies in emerging areas of the

biological sciences, provide graduate and

undergraduate students with a broad

spectrum of research and flexible program

opportunities, and to enhance the training of

future scientists and leaders.

Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the

University of Manitoba began in 1904, and is

one of the largest departments at the

University of Manitoba with approximately

2,500 undergraduate students enrolled in

Chemistry courses. The Department

operates out of over a dozen facilities.

Computer Science Students in many disciplines are drawn to

the Department of Computer Science to

expand their education and make new

contributions to their areas. Whether they

study computer science as a major, a joint

major, or a minor, courses in Computer

Science are an essential part of a

comprehensive university education.

Mathematics The Department of Mathematics has an

enrollment of approximately 8500

undergraduate students.Research areas

include algebra, analysis, approximation

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theory, computational mechanics, discrete

mathematics, finite-element methods,

foundations, geometry, mathematical

biology, matrix theory and computations,

numerical analysis, partial differential

equations and topology.

Microbiology The Department of Microbiology, in

conjunction with other departments, offers

several programs of study, some of which

lead to Honours or Major degrees in

Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology

and Genetics. Although the core subjects are

similar, each program places its emphasis on

different areas of study. As regards graduate

programs, the courses which are required

are designed to enhance awareness of

current research in various fields of

microbiology, to bring a student's

knowledge to the latest state of the art in

their area of interest or to develop their

ability to communicate experimental results.

Physics and Astronomy The Department of Physics and Astronomy,

which celebrated its centenary in 2004, is a

medium-sized research intensive

department. Graduates from its various

programs currently hold prestigious

positions in institutions in North America

and Europe. The expertise of its 22 full-time

faculty members is recognized by the role

they play in numerous committees of the

International Union of Pure and Applied

Physics (IUPAP) and the granting arm of

NATO, and those of the Natural Sciences and

Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and

the Canadian Association of Physicists

(CAP).

Statistics Founded in 1967, the Department of

Statistics has a long and rich history. It

currently has 16 full-time academic

members, with research expertise in diverse

areas of Statistics and Probability. It offers a

full range of programs in Statistics, leading

to B.Sc., M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees.

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4.0 The Role

Reporting to the Vice-President (Academic) and Provost, the Dean is a member of the university’s senior

leadership team, and is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Faculty of Science.

S/he will be an inspiring and globally-minded leader deeply committed to the student experience, and a

strong advocate for the University of Manitoba and for the Faculty. Given the Dean’s broad and deep

mandate, the University is seeking for its next Dean an excellent scholar with significant senior-level

administrative experience acquired preferably in a complex university environment.

Broad areas of responsibility include:

Leadership and General Management

In collaboration with other senior-level administrators and in consultation with constituents across the

academy, providing leadership in shaping and implementing the University’s strategic goals and

academic agenda;

Fostering a positive environment for faculty, staff, and students, and working collegially with the entire

Science community to achieve current and future goals;

Leading strategic planning processes for the Faculty, initiating discussion with constituents and defining

the Faculty’s priorities through collegial decision-making processes;

Effectively managing the Faculty’s operating budget, and overseeing fundraising activities for the

Faculty;

Ensuring that the Faculty is well administered on a day-to-day basis, and that the appropriate people

and resources are in place to support the academic enterprise;

Advocating for the Faculty both internally and externally, and enhancing the solid reputation of the

Faculty amongst internal and external groups as someone who values and celebrates the broad scope of

scientific exploration and believes deeply in the critical importance of the entire field;

Representing Faculty’s interests on various oversight bodies of national research facilities.

Research Activity

As an activist for science and curiosity-driven inquiry, continuing the promotion of excellence and

creativity in research (whether team or individual research, disciplined-based or interdisciplinary, pure

or applied);

Developing strong and sustained relationships with federal and provincial granting agencies,

encouraging them to support the broad landscape of inquiry that is a feature of science programs;

Promoting interdisciplinary research across the Faculty, and encouraging faculty members and students

to pursue emerging areas of research;

Growing industry partnerships and collaborations within and outside the university to enable further

discovery.

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Teaching and Learning

Inspiring faculty members to remain committed to excellence and innovation in teaching and learning,

thereby enhancing the student experience;

Overseeing program evaluation and ensuring relevant and high-quality programming is sustained

within the Faculty.

Student, Faculty, and Staff Relations

Promoting a positive and supportive environment for faculty, staff, and students, and encouraging all

members of the Science community to be fully engaged in shaping the Faculty’s future;

Given the competitive nature of recruitment, establishing strategies and best practices that will enhance

the Faculty’s ability to recruit exceptional faculty, staff, and students;

Making recommendations for initial appointment, and monitoring the Faculty committees responsible

for re-appointment and tenure and promotion of faculty members;

Increasing faculty, staff, and student representation from under-represented groups.

5.0 Aspirations for the Faculty

While the aspirations and goals for the Faculty are both many and varied, consultations with community

stakeholders have provided much to reflect upon. Specifically, there is general agreement amongst the

Faculty’s constituents that the next Dean of Science will need to devote time and attention to the following

priorities:

Strategic Direction. The new Dean will need to be a visionary leader, as strategic planning renewal in

alignment with overall University plans will take place over the course of his/her mandate. S/he will

be an integral part of developing a clear direction for the Faculty as it embarks on a new chapter, and

will work closely with the Science community to identify strategies outlined in strategic planning

documents. The Dean will understand that constituents are more likely to participate in executing a

plan if they genuinely “see” themselves in the plan that has been developed; thus, the Dean will

actively encourage full participation in strategic planning exercises.

The Dean will effectively communicate, with stakeholders within and outside the university, the

Faculty’s strategic direction. Closely linked to effective communication is advocacy, and the Dean will

advocate, to the university and broader community, the needs of the Faculty as it works toward the

realization of its goals. The broader community must know that the Faculty is committed to continued

excellence and enhanced innovation, and they must recognize and appreciate the unique role that

Science plays at the University.

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An ongoing initiative launched by the President in January 2012, is focused on the examination of the

academic structure within the larger university community and provides context for discussion in the

Faculty of Science, particularly around opportunities for partnership, collaboration, and the sharing of

resources. For more information on this initiative, visit

http://umanitoba.ca/admin/vp_academic/strategic_planning/3736.html.

As at all institutions, fiscal and budgetary issues present significant growth challenges. The Dean will

need to be a champion for growth and development despite the fiscal realities that compete with

development and sustainability. Science, for example, has a large faculty, staff and student population,

and the infrastructure that supports this community, whether it be teaching space, labs, and

equipment, will need to be improved and further developed. The Faculty has benefited from budget

reallocations and the introduction of laboratory fees in recent years, and significant contributions to

infrastructure renewal from central resources. Although renovations and expansion of physical space

has occurred over the last several years, the Dean will continue to move the Faculty forward in the

area of infrastructure renewal and reconfiguration.

Teaching, Learning, and Research. The new Dean will foster the Faculty’s teaching, learning and

research culture, a culture that is open to diverse ideas and perspectives and supports risk-taking

born out of thoughtful inquiry and constructive dialogue.

The Dean will go “beyond” supporting research opportunities for graduate students and faculty

members; s/he will stimulate ongoing conversations around new and emerging ideas, and will

encourage and cultivate a level of research productivity that enriches and transforms the societies

in which we live. The Dean’s primary goal as regards research will be to enhance the Faculty’s

national and international image as a research-intensive Faculty. To achieve this, the Dean will

recruit more graduate students, will facilitate research initiatives between the departments within

the Faculty of Science, and will promote interdisciplinary research and collaborative initiatives

across the academy. The Dean will support the infusion of more research and practice into the

undergraduate curriculum, preparing undergraduate students for future research work in order to

better prepare them for their careers, and will work with the Faculty to deliver modern, leading-

edge programs, which will improve the student experience for the undergraduate population.

The Faculty embraces the responsibilities inherent in educating thousands of students each year.

The Dean will work with faculty members to balance research and teaching workloads, and will

ensure that Manitoba’s focus on excellence for both areas is a continuing preoccupation.

The Dean will work with the Science community to address and seize research-funding challenges

and opportunities, and will take creative measures—such as optimizing the balance between

government and industry sources—to augment the research funding base of the Faculty.

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Relationship Management and Fundraising. Participatory dialogue between the Faculty of Science

and stakeholders in the wider community contributes to the relevance and success of the Faculty’s

programs. In addition to supporting inter-faculty and research partnerships, the Dean will build

synergistic relationships with a variety of community partners. Strengthening relationships with a

range of community partners has quantifiable benefits, which includes an expanded scope of

learning opportunities for students within the Faculty, and the opportunity of receiving funds in

support of the Faculty’s endeavours. The Dean’s external role will also extend to fundraising and

stewardship management of the Faculty’s important relationships; s/he will continue to enhance the

Faculty’s relationship with alumni, community partners and government in an effort to identify

additional and alternate sources of income. This will be a high priority for the new Dean.

5.0 Candidate Qualifications

The successful candidate will be a visionary and globally-minded leader. S/he must thrive in a collegial

culture, and have a natural tendency toward inclusivity, consultation, and transparency.

Although the Search Committee recognizes that no one individual possesses the sought after qualifications

in equal measure, it has developed a set of criteria to articulate the desired background, experience and

personal qualities of the successful candidate:

Scholarship

A record of scholarly achievements sufficient for appointment at the rank of Full Professor, a Ph.D. in

a relevant discipline, an established record of grantsmanship and research, and a reputation for

being a respected scholar in the science community;

A demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, and an appreciation for the range of disciplines

that exist in the Faculty of Science at the University of Manitoba;

Broad knowledge of the science community, and its present and future challenges and opportunities.

Leadership and Administrative Experience

A proven ability to articulate an academic vision and strategy, and experience in rallying teams and

working closely with them to achieve institutional goals;

Strong financial acumen, and a record of successfully managing financial, human, and physical

infrastructure resources;

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A demonstrated commitment to consulting, engaging, and listening to constituencies within an

academic unit, while possessing sound judgment and wisdom to make evidence-based decisions in

the best interest of the Faculty;

An appreciation for issues around faculty recruitment and retention in an increasingly competitive

environment;

An ability to manage the diverse needs that will arise across a Faculty as large as the University of

Manitoba’s Faculty of Science;

A deep sensitivity to the wide range of interests, positions, and approaches to scholarship

throughout an academic unit, and a willingness to embrace, listen to, and respect the diversity of

views held by a unit’s constituents;

A strong passion for science education and a culture of unrestrained intellectual inquiry, and the

ability to respond to the needs of a diverse student population;

A proven record of making connections and nurturing bonds with the community, and a readiness

to, with a passionate and compelling voice, initiate and maintain a dialogue with a broad range of

internal and external stakeholders;

The ability to fundraise, ensuring the Faculty has the capital necessary to realize its goals for the

future.

Interpersonal Style and Personal Qualities

A personal style that balances firmness and fairness in problem resolution, and an energy that

suggests diplomacy, approachability, and altruism;

The ability to be persuasive in dealing with a range of constituents, and a skill for creating a sense of

common purpose that transcends individual interests and disparate views;

A collaborative, consultative, and transparent style of leadership, a willingness to listen to alternate

perspectives, and a preference for encouraging dialogue around difficult issues;

Strong communication skills, with a gift for making clear the importance of science to a non-expert

audience;

An abiding commitment to equity and diversity in hiring, student recruitment, and educational

programming, and a particular appreciation for the University of Manitoba’s reputation of being the

university of choice for Aboriginal students.

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7.0 About Winnipeg and Manitoba

The University of Manitoba is located in Winnipeg, the city in

North America located almost at the geographic centre of the

continent. The Red and Assiniboine Rivers—the two main rivers

of the city—meet in the centre of Winnipeg, at The Forks.

Bringing together a rich ethno-cultural mix of individuals from

around the world, Winnipeg is the seventh largest city in

Canada, and dominates the Manitoba economy. The city is home

to one of Canada’s largest urban Aboriginal populations, and

encompasses Treaty One territory, the traditional territory of the Anishnaabe peoples and the homeland of

the Métis Nation.

Although the city of Winnipeg is large, residents of Winnipeg enjoy the accessibility of the downtown core;

it can be accessed in a relatively short period of time from the neighbourhoods on the periphery of the

downtown. Downtown Winnipeg is very cosmopolitan, with vibrant shops, world-class entertainment, and

stimulating cultural centres for residents to enjoy.

Winnipeg enjoys a diverse economy, and has the most

diversified secondary manufacturing base of any Canadian

city. The economy is also well supported by an equally varied

range of service industries. There are great residential

neighbourhoods in Winnipeg that offer affordable housing,

and buyers often discover their purchasing power in the local

real estate market. The city also enjoys easy proximity to

some of the most beautiful lakefront cottage areas in Canada.

The rivers in Winnipeg provide residents with a variety of recreational opportunities, which include

boating or walking along the city’s river-walk system. The city also provides a scenic setting for several

golf courses and regional parks.

Winnipeg has many national and international cultural

opportunities and activities for residents to experience. The

city is home to well-known attractions, including the world-

famous Royal Winnipeg Ballet, the Winnipeg Symphony

Orchestra, the Winnipeg Art Gallery (which has the world's

largest collection of Inuit stone sculpture), The Manitoba

Museum, and the new and important Canadian Museum for

Human Rights. Community events, such as the Winnipeg Folk

Festival, Folklorama, the Jazz Festival, the Children’s Festival and the Fringe Festival, enhance the “friendly

Manitoba” atmosphere. Winnipeg is also home to numerous premiere sport teams, including the Winnipeg

Jets (hockey), Winnipeg Blue Bombers (football) and the Winnipeg Goldeyes (baseball).

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Manitoba boasts an abundance of opportunities for recreation

and leisure across the province, and there are many natural

outdoor environments that make Winnipeg a unique city to live

in.

For more information about Winnipeg, please visit

www.winnipeg.ca/, www.tourismwinnipeg.com, and

www.travelmanitoba.com/.

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8.0 Search Committee

The following individuals have been appointed to the Dean, Faculty of Science Search Committee:

CHAIR:

Dr. Joanne Keselman, Vice-President (Academic) and Provost

ELECTED BY THE FACULTY:

Dr. Brad Johnson, Associate Professor, Department of Statistics

Dr. Brian Mark, Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology

Dr. Shelley Page, Professor, Department of Physics and Astronomy

Dr. Jorg Stetefeld, Professor and CRC Chair, Department of Chemistry

PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEES:

Dr. Mark Evans, Consultant and Past President & CEO, EISI

Dr. Peter Nickerson, Professor and Associate Dean (Research), Medicine

Dr. Jeffrey Taylor, Professor and Dean, Faculty of Arts

Dr. Karin Wittenberg, Professor and Associate Dean (Research), Agricultural and Food Sciences

SUPPORT STAFF REPRESENTATIVE:

Mr. Khosrow Hakimzadeh, Systems Administrator, Dean’s Office

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES:

Ms. Amal Jabar, Undergraduate Student

Mr. Derek Stein, Graduate Student

RECORDING SECRETARY:

Mrs. Marcia Davies, Assistant to the Vice-Provost (Students)

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9.0 The Appointment

The University of Manitoba is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are

encouraged from qualified applicants including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, people with

disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further

diversification of the university. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens

and permanent residents will be given priority.

The new Dean, Faculty of Science will be appointed for a five-year term, eligible for renewal, and will take office

on July 1, 2014 or as mutually agreed. The Search Committee will begin consideration of candidates in January

2014. Applications and nominations should be submitted, in confidence, to Gerri Woodford or Jason Murray at

uofmsci@odgersberndtson.ca.

PRIVACY (UNIVERSITY OF MANIOTBA)

This personal information is being collected under the authority of The University of Manitoba Act and will be

used for the purpose of determining suitability for employment and will be shared with participating members

of the search process. Your personal information will not be used or disclosed for other purposes, unless

permitted under FIPPA. If you have any questions about the collection of your personal information, contact the

Access and Privacy Office (204-474-9462), 233 Elizabeth Dafoe Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg MB,

R3T 2N2.

CONFIDENTIALITY (ODGERS BERNDSTON)

Odgers Berndtson respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates in

our search assignments. In accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act

(“PIPEDA”), a copy of our Privacy Policy is available for your review on our website at:

http://www.odgersberndtson.com/en/privacy-policy/

Odgers Berndtson is a member of the Association of Executive Search Consultants and operates in a manner

consistent with the AESC Code of Ethics.

By providing us with a copy of your resume and any subsequent personal information directly or from third

parties on your behalf such as references, you understand that it has been furnished with your consent for the

purpose of possible disclosure to our client, who has agreed to comply with our Privacy Policy. We will not

disclose your personal information to clients without your prior knowledge and consent.

Thank you for considering this important opportunity. This document is intended to provide the

reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be

subject to change. Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions.