JOBS AT DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY

The School of Physiotherapy in Dalhousie’s Faculty of Health invites applications from qualified candidates for Two part-time (0.5FTE) three-year limited term faculty positions at the Instructor rank commencing July 1, 2024.

Dalhousie University is comprised of 6,000 faculty and staff among its 13 faculties. Current enrollment is 21,000+ graduate and undergraduate students across four campuses. As part of Canada’s U15 research-intensive group, Dalhousie University is an influential driver of the region’s intellectual, social, and economic development. It is the largest university in Atlantic Canada and is located on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq in the heart of Halifax (Kjipuktuk). This scenic coastal city is the capital of Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia is home to 13 Mi’kmaq First Nations, a deeply rooted African Nova Scotia community, and an increasingly diverse population which also includes a vibrant workforce of people living with (dis)Abilities.

The Faculty of Health’s faculty, staff and students are committed to improving the well-being of individuals, families, communities and populations through diverse health programming, collaborative research and strong community partnerships. The Faculty of Health is one of the largest Faculties at Dalhousie, comprised of eight schools, one college and one program, more than 200 faculty members, 80 staff members, and approximately 3,000 students. With the most programmatically diverse health Faculty in Canada, our students are exposed to a broad range of health topics and learning experiences.

The vision of the School of Physiotherapy is to lead regionally, nationally and internationally in collaborative, inclusive physiotherapy education, research, and service that advance health, policy, and practice.

Key Responsibilities
· Assists with lab coordination and organization in Musculoskeletal Health (PHYT 5115, 5215 and 6115) Neurotherapeutics (PHYT 6107), Cardiorespiratory (PHYT 5114, 5214) and Integrated Practice (PHYT 6118, 6218) courses, as required.

· Assist with teaching responsibilities, as required.

· Assists with the development and administration of Objective Structured Clinical Evaluations and simulation activities.

· Prepare and/or oversee preparation of the simulation laboratory schedule for each semester in collaboration with course Instructors of Record and facilitate curricular/scheduling resolution.

· Collaborate with faculty to provide consistent and relevant student learning experiences to meet course and clinical objectives.

· Contribute to administrative duties in the School of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health, and other duties as assigned.

· Entry-to-Practice degree in Physiotherapy

· Master’s degree (or equivalent) in addition to the Entry-to-Practice degree in Physiotherapy

· Eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy or Licensure in progress at the time of accepting the position.

· Demonstrated expertise in physiotherapy clinical practice and education.

· Demonstrated expertise in the Entry-to-Practice Physiotherapy curriculum including knowledge, clinical skills, and professional behaviours.

· Demonstrated experience in integrated physiotherapy education across key pillars of the MScPT program, including Musculoskeletal, Neurotherapeutics and Cardiorespiratory areas of study.

· A minimum of two years of experience in clinical instruction of physiotherapy students.

· Demonstrated exceptional time management skills.

· Highly developed level of organizational and prioritization skills.

· Effective oral and written communication skills.

· Leadership skills and the ability to take initiative to learn, be flexible, work independently, and work effectively in collaborative teaching teams.

· Demonstrated passion and commitment to teaching and student learning, grounded on principles of Universal Design for Learning and Culturally Responsive Pedagogy.

Demonstrated commitment to an inclusive, equitable learning and working environment.

· Familiarity with accreditation requirements.

· Willingness to establish/maintain involvement in professional activities.

Applications must include a cover letter stating qualifications and experience relevant to the position requirements as well as a Curriculum Vitae.

Applications are to be submitted online by clicking “Apply for this Job” above. Please include the Search number in your cover letter.

For further information regarding this position, contact:
Dr. Derek Rutherford, Director, School of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health at djr@dal.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.