Ryerson University, located in the heart of downtown Toronto, is known for innovative programs built on the integration of theoretical and practically oriented learning. More than 95 undergraduate and graduate programs are distinguished by a professionally focused curriculum and strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities. Ryerson is also a leader in adult learning, with the largest university-based continuing education school in Canada. Ryerson University seeks internal and external applications and nominations for a strong academic leader and experienced educator for the position of Chair of the School of Radio and Television Arts. This appointment will be for a term of five years, commencing July 1, 2010. This is a tenure-stream appointment. The School of Radio and Television Arts (RTA) is home to Canada’s leading undergraduate and graduate programs in media production. Its curriculum offers a balance of theory, creativity and practice across conventional and emerging media industries. The School is located in the state-of-the-art Rogers Communication Centre, where its approximately 550 students engage in a multidisciplinary approach to understanding and creating content for multiple platforms. Eighteen full-time faculty members represent diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, including: media and cultural studies; media and broadcast industries; law; engineering; business and management; journalism; fine arts; and creative practice. Faculty are actively engaged in a wide range of scholarly, research and creative activities, and participate in several graduate programs. Approximately 20 part-time faculty members are drawn from industry and related academic streams. An eight-member administrative and technical team rounds out RTA’s complement of faculty and staff. RTA is currently home to two endowed Research Chairs. The School participates in numerous external partnerships. The successful candidate understands the necessary balance between university sector education and scholarly, research and creative activities (SRC). She/he will provide inspirational leadership, and demonstrate a capacity to plan, organize and undertake academic administration in a unionized environment. An accomplished team builder, she/he will marshal financial and human resources to create an atmosphere of collegial consensus in which student learning and faculty creative and scholarly endeavours will flourish. The Chair will use his/her broad knowledge of domestic and international trends in media and broadcasting to guide the School through an era of rapid technological change. He/she will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and an enthusiasm for students, fostering an atmosphere in which students are included and involved in the RTA community. She/he will be expected to facilitate curricular development and ensure the School’s continued currency and relevance. Candidates from any discipline who possess a strong understanding of media and creative production in Canada are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a doctoral degree or a master’s degree plus relevant media experience will receive full consideration. The Chair is accountable to the Dean of the Faculty of Communication & Design for the academic, fiscal and administrative operation of the School. In addition, the Chair will be expected to facilitate partnerships with other academic units and sectors within Ryerson University. The successful candidate shall be a tenured faculty member or shall be eligible for tenure upon appointment or, in exceptional circumstances where the University is unable to recruit a tenured faculty member or an appointee eligible for tenure, a probationary member may be appointed as Chair. Applications, accompanied by a curriculum vitae, a statement of educational, administrative and leadership philosophy, and the names and addresses of three referees, should be submitted to: Dr. Daniel Doz, Dean, Faculty of Communication & Design, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5B 2K3. Fax: 416-979-5226. Review of applications will begin February 8, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. This position falls under the Ryerson Faculty Association (www.ryerson.ca/~rfa) jurisdiction. For details on the Ryerson Faculty Association Collective Agreement and the University’s RFA Benefits Summary, please visit www.ryerson.ca/hr/working/docs/rfa_collective_agreement_09.pdf and www.ryerson.ca/hr/working/etoolkit/benefits/rfa/ respectively. Ryerson University has an employment equity program and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. Members of designated groups are encouraged to self-identify. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.