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Instructor, Disability Management
Limited Term Position

Applications are invited for a 1 year 0.5 Limited Term Position at the Instructor level in the School of Occupational Therapy starting August 1, 2016. This is an academic position that encompasses teaching, program development, academic advising and program administration. 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 or have an equivalent combination of education and experience. A PhD would be considered an asset. Previous teaching experience is essential, as is recent work experience in the field of disability management. 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 January 12, 2016. 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 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.

Occupational Therapist/Limited Term Position

The School of Occupational Therapy at Dalhousie University welcomes applications from qualified persons to fill a two year limited term position at the rank of Instructor for the period July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2018. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and commensurate with the DFA Collective Agreement.

WORK ASSIGNMENT: The Instructor will be responsible for coordinating and training part-time instructors, organizing materials and personnel for each laboratory or tutorial session and acting as an instructor to groups of 10-12 students for a minimum of 4 courses. The individual will be responsible for developing materials for use in class assignments and simulated client exams. This instructor will also be responsible for developing and implementing innovative clinical fieldwork opportunities in non traditional venues and within the school. Student advising, recruitment and marketing will form part of the assigned workload. This position reports to the Director, School of Occupational Therapy. 

QUALIFICATIONS: A master’s degree is mandatory. Either a BSc(OT) or MSc(OT) entry to practice qualification and a minimum of two years clinical experience are also mandatory. A license to practice occupational therapy in Nova Scotia is required.   Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills; experience with student teaching/supervision; and knowledge/familiarity with distance education technologies will be an asset.

Inquiries welcome! Please contact the Director at Tanya.packer@dal.ca. Consideration of applications will begin on January 12, 2016. Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, confirmation of eligibility for an occupational therapy license in Nova Scotia and names and contact details of three 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 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.