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Several teaching assistant opportunities are available at the School of Health Sciences for the upcoming Fall Term. If you are interested in any of the positions below, please apply by the application deadline with a current CV with 3 references specifying which position(s) by course name to:

Irene Fitzgerald, Administrative Manager
School of Health Sciences
1276 South Park Street
Halifax, NS
B3H 2Y9
irene.fitzgerald@dal.ca

PAY RATE: All positions are remunerated in accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 15, 2019
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POSITION 1:  Teaching assistant (45 hours per term)

• HSCE 1020.03: Human Anatomy & Physiology I (Fall 2019)
• HSCE 1030.03: Human Anatomy & Physiology II (Winter 2020)

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The TA will be responsible for working with the course professor to ensure that the
course runs efficiently and that student evaluations are prompt with appropriate feedback. Evaluation of student performance will be shared between the TA and the course professor. The TA reports to the course professor.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:  Individuals interested in applying for this position should have familiarity with anatomical and physiological terminology and principles. The successful applicants will preferably be enrolled in a graduate program in one of the biological sciences. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and capacity for organization and working to a deadline are required. Familiarity
with the AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ Brightspace online portal or other online learning resource tools would be beneficial.

POSITION 2: Teaching Assistant (130 hours)

• HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity & Health (Fall 2019)

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  This course is taught on-line using on the Brightspace platform. The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for working with the course professor to ensure that the course runs efficiently.  Evaluation of student performance (marking) and proctoring examinations will be shared between the teaching assistant and the course professor. The Teaching Assistant reports to the course professor.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Individuals interested in applying for this position should have
outstanding organizational and communication skills, should work well with others and be self-motivated independent workers.  The successful applicant will be familiar with and interested in current issues related to cultural competency and diversity in the Canadian health care context. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Masters student is preferred but those with relevant undergraduate
preparation and experience will be considered.

POSITION 3: Teaching Assistant (130 hours)

• HSCE 3010.03:  Introduction to Health Research (Fall 2019)

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  This course is taught on-line using on the Brightspace platform. The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for working with the course professor to ensure that the course runs efficiently and effectively.  Evaluation of student performance and participation on an ongoing basis will be expected of the TA in this role.  The Teaching Assistant reports to the course professor.

REQUIREMENTS  OF POSITION: Individuals interested in applying for this position should have outstanding organizational and communication skills, should work well with others and be self-motivated independent workers.  Excellent verbal and written communication
skills are required.  Masters student is preferred.  Experience with online learning platforms/Brightspace an asset.

POSITION 4: Teaching Assistant (130 hours)

• HSCE 4030.03:  Leadership in Health Care (Fall 2019)

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  This course is taught on-line using on the Brightspace platform.  The Teaching Assistant will be responsible
for working with the course professor in this course to ensure that the course runs efficiently and effectively. 
Evaluation of student performance and participation on an ongoing basis will be expected of the TA in this role. The Teaching Assistant reports to the course professor.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: Individuals interested in applying for this position should have outstanding organizational and communication skills, should work well with others and be self-motivated independent workers.  The successful applicant will be familiar with and interested in current
issues related to leadership in the Canadian health care context. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.  Experience with Brightspace is an asset.  Masters student is preferred but those with relevant undergraduate preparation and experience will be considered.

POSITION 5: Marker (up to 45 hours)

• HSCE 1000.03 - Foundations of Health Care Practice (Fall 2019)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: HSCE1000.03 is designed to provide learners with the opportunity to develop and enhance their critical reading, writing, and thinking skills, against the backdrop of topics and issues relevant to contemporary practice and study in the health sciences (diagnostic medical ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine technology, radiological technology, and respiratory therapy).
Specifically, students will learn about evidence-based decision making, health and its determinants, the funding and delivery of health care in Canada, professionalism, communication, teamwork, and diversity.

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The MARKER will grade the evaluative components of HSCE 1000. Responsibilities include: regular meetings and e-mail communication with course faculty to review expectations for each assignment; grading assignments, quizzes and a term paper; and recording, tracking and regularly submitting grades to course faculty.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION: an undergraduate degree in one of the health professions, English, literature or library sciences; an understanding of the evidence based decision-making process. Previous teaching experience is desirable.

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All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the courses and approval by the University.

AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.

Several  lab demonstrator opportunities are available at the School of Health Sciences
for the upcoming Fall Term. If you are interested in any of the positions
below, please apply by the application deadline with a current CV with 3
references specifying which position by course name to:

Irene Fitzgerald, Administrative Manager
School of Health Sciences
1276 South Park Street
Halifax, NS
B3H 2Y9
irene.fitzgerald@dal.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, July 16, 2019