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Assistant Professor, Disability Management
School of Occupational Therapy
Limited Term Position
 
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Applications are invited for a 2 year 0.5 Limited Term Position at the Assistant Professor level in the School of Occupational Therapy starting January 1, 2015. This is an academic position that encompasses teaching, curriculum development, administration and some scholarly work. Reporting to the Director of the School, the successful candidate will be situated at Dalhousie University and responsible for the undergraduate Disability Management Certificate.
 
The ideal candidate will hold a relevant master’s degree and proven expertise in the field of disability management; a PhD would be considered an asset. Previous teaching experience is essential, and familiarity with curriculum development and online teaching technology are highly desirable. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
The School is committed to social action, innovative teaching and dynamic research in an integrated team environment. Applicants are encouraged to be familiar with the School’s vision, mission and conceptual framework and be able to situate their own work within the framework.
 
Inquiries welcome! Please contact the Director at tanya.packer@dal.ca. Applications will be accepted until November 30, 2014. Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience, and names of three confidential referees to:
 
Chair, Appointments Committee
School of Occupational Therapy
Dalhousie University
Halifax, Nova Scotia CANADA  B3H 3J5
Ph: 902-494-8804; fax: 902- 494-1229
e-mail: occupational.therapy@dal.ca
www.occupationaltherapy.dal.ca
 
Subject to budgetary approval.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.