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Limited Term Instructor

School of Health Administration

Faculty of Health

The School of Health Administration in AV¾ãÀÖ²¿'s Faculty of Health invites applications from qualified candidates for a one-year, limited term faculty position at the Instructor rank.

AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ is comprised of 6,000 faculty and staff amongst its 13 faculties. Current enrollment is 18,500 graduate and undergraduate students. As part of Canada's U15 research-intensive group, AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ 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) a scenic coastal city and capital of Nova Scotia which is home to 13 Mi'kmaq First Nations, a deeply rooted African Nova Scotia community, 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 AV¾ãÀÖ²¿, 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 School of Health Administration vision is to inspire tomorrow's healthcare leaders though the integration of research, practice and lifelong learning.  The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduate/graduate students as well as mentor graduate students. The teaching assignments will include teaching across a broad range of topics in areas such as economics and finances; statistics; project management; information systems; health system analysis and evaluation; and/or performance management. Experience with online teaching technology, such as Brightspace, is an asset. The candidate is expected to become an active and engaged member of the School, Faculty and University. Activities at local, national and international levels are expected to promote continuous improvement in teaching and learning at AV¾ãÀÖ²¿. There is no expectation of a research workload associated with this position

Applicants must have a minimum of a Master's degree in health administration, public administration or relevant degree plus professional experience. A PhD is preferred. Demonstrated expertise in health administration is required. The incumbent will have demonstrated ability or potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching in areas that complement our teaching program, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.

Applications must include a cover letter stating qualifications and experience, a Curriculum vitae and a statement of teaching experience and interests.

Please submit your complete application package to the PeopleAdmin portal at

Please include Search #F92P in your cover letter.

For further information regarding this position, contact:

Dr. Tanya Packer, Director

School of Health Administration

Faculty of Health

tanya.packer@dal.ca

GREAT CAREERS. GREAT CHOICE.

AV¾ãÀÖ²¿ is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit 

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