JOBS AT DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY

The School of Physiotherapy in Dalhousie’s Faculty of Health invites applications from qualified candidates for a part-time three-year limited term faculty position 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
· Instructor of Record for Musculoskeletal Health in two of the following: PHYT 5115 (3 credit hours), PHYT 5215 (6 credit hours) and/or PHYT 6115 (3 credit hours) and all required elements of course management including:

• Course planning and delivery

• Student and course evaluation

• Human resource management, in collaboration with the Director and Administrative Manager

· Work in collaboration with the Musculoskeletal Health Lead in the School of Physiotherapy.

· Contribute to the School of Physiotherapy Curriculum Committee

· Contribute to scholarly and 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 ability to teach the Entry-to-Practice Physiotherapy curriculum including knowledge, clinical skills, and professional behaviours.

· Demonstrated clinical expertise and ability to teach musculoskeletal health and rehabilitation.

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

· Experience as an MScPT course Instructor of Record.

· Demonstrated ability to develop courses; coordinate and lead labs; use simulation techniques; and coordinate and implement student evaluations including Objective Structured Clinical Evaluations.

· Demonstrated exceptional time management and course preparation skills.

· Highly developed level of organizational and prioritization skills.

· Effective oral and written communication skills.

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

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

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

· PhD or EdD or relevant advanced research experience in physiotherapy education or practice.

· 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.