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History of the Institute
In 1991, the Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR), Trent University and Sir Sandford Fleming College (SSFC) began discussions regarding opportunities for collaborative research between the three institutions. In the fall of 1995 a formal partnership agreement was established to promote collaboration in watershed science initiatives.
After expansion of Trent University science facilities in 1997, an arrangement was made to relocate OMNR research staff to Trent's campus, facilitating interaction among OMNR and Trent staff, and filling gaps in expertise for both institutions.
On January 31, 1997 a memorandum of agreement was signed to create the Watershed Science Centre with Trent University, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Sir Sandford Fleming College as the founding partners. This formal partnership recognized the opportunities to advance knowledge in the area of watershed science using the strengths of the partnered institutions. This includes the extensive GIS (Geographical Information Systems) and resource management expertise of Sir Sandford Fleming College and offers a wide range of training opportunities; Trent's strengths in watershed ecosystems science; and OMNR research, management and policy expertise.
It is the goal of this inter-disciplinary alliance of institutions to provide integrated scientific study, advice, technical services, policy development, training and science transfer related to all aspects of watershed management, including watershed ecosystem health, protection and rehabilitation.
In July 1998, Dr. Leon Carl, a research scientist with the OMNR, became the first director of the Watershed Science Centre. He held this position until October, 2002, when he was succeeded by Dr. Robert Metcalfe, Science Coordinator of OMNR's Waterpower Project (now the Renewable Energy Section). Dr. Chris Metcalfe took the position of Director of the Watershed Science Centre on July 1st, 2006.
In 2006, there were several changes to the mandate, scope and funding arrangements for the Watershed Science Centre. The Ontario Ministry of Environment (OMOE) was added as a full Partner within the Centre.
Formerly the Watershed Science Centre...
On July 1st, 2007 the Watershed Science Centre officially became the Institute for Watershed Science.
Trent's exceptional facilities for research and teaching are located on a beautiful 1,450-acre riverfront campus in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, with a graduate college campus in downtown Peterborough. The University's satellite campus is in Oshawa, Ontario.
The Greater Peterborough Area is a great place to live, work, study, and play and go to school. With a population of 76,000, the City of Peterborough combines cosmopolitan living in a mid-size city with an exceptional natural environment, situated as it is in the heart of the Kawarthas - a region that is one of Ontario's most desirable lake districts.
Trent University is also centrally located within the province of Ontario. Peterborough is just a 90-minute drive from Toronto, three hours from Ottawa, and five hours from Montreal. Our Oshawa campus is just 45 minutes from downtown Toronto.
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Peterborough campus: 1,450-acres straddling the Otonabee river in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, a vibrant mid-sized city just 90 minutes from Toronto
Oshawa campus: New, modern facility opened doors to students in September 2010. At Trent University Oshawa Thornton Road Campus, you have access to one of the top liberal arts and sciences university educations in Canada. www.trentu.ca/oshawa
At Trent University we place great value in our employees and their well-being. As such we offer comprehensive and competitive benefit plans and packages to all eligible employees.
Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Applicants are expected to have a PhD in Psychology (or related discipline), a strong active research program with evidence of research excellence and a strong potential to attract external funding, and a commitment to mentorship and excellence in teaching.
The mission of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing is to provide programs that meet the highest standard for nursing education and foster graduates who have developed superior humanistic and scientific caring, professional and social responsibility and critical inquiry.
The Business Administration Program at Trent University invites applications for a tenure stream position at the assistant professor level in finance (current salary range: $84,870-$90,322), beginning July 1, 2016, subject to budgetary approval.
The Business Administration Program at Trent University invites applications for a tenure track position at our Durham Campus (located at 55 Thornton Rd. S., Oshawa) at the assistant professor level (current salary range: $84,870- $90,322), beginning July 1, 2016, subject to budgetary approval.
The Department of Canadian Studies at Trent University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor (current annual salary range $84,870 - $90,322) starting July 1st, 2016. This position is subject to budgetary approval.
Applicants should submit a covering letter that addresses qualifications for the position, curriculum vitae, a summary of research program, a teaching dossier including course evaluations, selected reprints and any other supporting materials.
In 2015 Trent University celebrates 50 years as one of Canada’s most unique and progressive universities.
The mission of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing is to provide programs that meet the highest standard for nursing...
The mission of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing is to provide programs that meet the highest standard for nursing education and foster graduates who have developed superior humanistic and scientific caring, professional and social responsibility and critical inquiry.