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TAs/MARKER JOB POSTING
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

POSTING DATE: July 13, 2016
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 20, 2016

The School of Health Sciences is now accepting applications for Teaching Assistants(4) and one Marker for the 2016–2017 Fall Term.

Please apply in writing (with a current CV and three references) by the deadline, clearly indicating for which position you are applying.  Apply to:

Irene Fitzgerald, Administrator
School of Health Sciences
Dalhousie University
Bethune Building, Room 629
1276 South Park Street
Halifax, N.S.  B3H 2Y9
irene.fitzgerald@dal.ca

Department/Location: School of Health Sciences
PAY RATE: In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement

The positions are as follows:

01 POSITION:  Marker, HSCE 1000.03 - Foundations of Health Care Practice
Fall 2016 approximately 45 hours.

HSCE1000 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. Particular emphasis will be placed on realizing and appreciating the unique role of each of the five health professions of the School of Health Sciences within the Canadian healthcare system. A self-directed study module in medical terminology is also a component of the course curriculum.

02 POSITION: Teaching Assistant Position (45 hours each) for the following two courses:
(HSCE 1020.03: Human Anatomy & Physiology I (Fall 2016)
(HSCE 1030.03: Human Anatomy & Physiology II (Winter 2017)

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 Dalhousie Brightspace online portal or other online learning resource tools would be beneficial.

03 POSITION:  Teaching Assistant (130 hours)
HSCE 3000.03: Culture, Diversity & Health

This course is taught on line using On-line Web Learning (Brightspace). Students taking this distance course may primarily be post-diploma students who are located throughout Canada.

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  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.

04 POSITION:      Teaching Assistant (130 hours)
HSCE 3010.03:  Introduction to Health Research - Fall 2016

This course is taught on line using On-line Web Learning (OWL) on the Brightspace platform. Students taking this distance course may be post-diploma students who are located throughout Canada.

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for working with the course professor in this  nline-delivered 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.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.  Masters student is preferred.  Experience with OWL/Brightspace an asset.

05 POSITION:      Teaching Assistant (130 hours)
HSCE 4030.03:  Leadership in Health Care – Fall 2016

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  This course is taught on-line using the On-line Web Learning (OWL) 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.

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

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 orientation and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

We would like to thank all applicants, however only successful candidates will be notified.