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POSTING DATE:  Dec 3, 2015
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Dec 13, 2015
POSITION: WINTER TERM 2016:
Sessional Lecturer- DISM 4050 (section 2) - Communication and Professional Relationships in Disability Management
Winter term (January 1-April 30, 2016)

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The sessional lecturer will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administration for DISM 4050, Communication and Professional Relationships in Disability Management, 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 identifies and analyzes key components that are part of the Disability Management communication toolkit. Application of strategies to enhance the professional relationships frequently encountered in the Disability Management process will be emphasized.

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. 

PAY RATE: In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement

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

JoAnne Murphy (joanne.murphy@dal.ca)
Certificate in Disability Management Program
School of Occupational Therapy
Dalhousie University
PO Box 15000
Halifax, Nova Scotia CANADA  B3H 4R2
Ph: 902-494-2950; Fax 902-494-1229

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, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University 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.