Part-Time Academic (NURS 2750.03: Health and Healing II, Pathophysiology and Therapeutics) - Winter 2027

Halifax, NS
On-site
Posted Oct 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Part-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Apply by: Oct 29, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Develop and teach course-specific learning activities and content, assess student learning, and create and administer examinations. Use Brightspace for course delivery, respond to student questions, participate in program discussions, submit grades, and follow up with students as needed.

Job details

Position Details Position Information Position Title Part-Time Academic (NURS 2750.03: Health and Healing II, Pathophysiology and Therapeutics) - Winter 2027 Posting Number PTAP3543P Department/Unit Nursing Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Summary & Key Responsibilities Part-Time Academic (Health and Healing II, Pathophysiology and Therapeutics – NURS 2750.03), 2027 Winter term Integrating knowledge of disease, diagnosis and person-centered management is key to successful nursing practice. Specific disease processes related to body systems are described and mechanisms of therapeutic options for management are evaluated. Evidence to support use of pharmacological, non-pharmacological, alternative and complimentary treatments is evaluated FORMAT : Lecture/Tutorial (2 × 2h/week) – In-Person delivery on Tuesdays and Fridays. This posting calls for two Part-Time Academics who will be co-teaching this course. This appointment runs from January 1 until April 30, 2027. The part-time academic instructors report directly to the Associate Director, Undergraduate Studies Academic. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Development of teaching and learning activities related to course-specific topics Teach course content Assessment and evaluation of student learning Use of Brightspace for course delivery Responding to student queries about coursework Attending initial instruction with Instructional Learning Online services re: Brightspace Participation in course discussions within the program Develop and administer examinations Submission of grades Follow up with students as necessary Qualifications/Requirements Of Position Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing, or related field, with a strong background in pharmacology including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and pathophysiology. PhD preferred. Prior teaching experience an asset. Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement Additional Information All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. 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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. 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 . Posting Detail Information Term of appointment January - April 2027 Open Date 09/29/2026 Close Date 10/14/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22203

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a graduate degree in Nursing or a related field and a strong background in pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and pathophysiology. A PhD is preferred, and prior teaching experience is an asset.