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POSTING DATE:  October 5, 2016
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  October 15, 2016

POSITION: Sessional Lecturer- DISM 4040- Understanding the Relationship Between Health and Work,

Fall term (September 1- December 31, 2016), Winter term (January 1- April 30, 2017):

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The sessional lecturer will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administration for DISM 4040, Understanding the Relationship between Health and Work, including preparation of the course syllabus, module content, evaluation of students, and, if applicable, supervision of teaching assistants. This course is delivered completely using distance learning technology. 

This course will distinguish issues that span the continuum of health and work performance, and examine the complex interaction between health conditions and ability and/or capacity to work. Concepts presented will include acute illness and injury, chronic health conditions, and workplace health promotion and prevention.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Graduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant health-related field and experience in disability management practice required.   Previous teaching experience is preferred. Proven experience in the interactive use of web-based education with learners at a distance is an asset. 

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION:  Certificate in Disability Management Program, School Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Professions

PAY RATE: In accordance with the guidelines for Part time Academics. This position is included in the CUPE Bargaining Unit.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE POSITION, PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE TO:

Shelley Colbourne (shelley.colbourne@dal.ca)
School of Occupational Therapy
Forrest BUilding, Room 215
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2
Phone:  (902) 494-6447  
Fax:  (902) 494 –1229

Subject to budgetary approval.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority. AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.