Contract Position: Course Development – Biology: Anatomy & Physiology
About the role
The Opportunity
Keyano College’s University Studies Department is currently seeking a Contract Course Developer to develop two biology courses; BIO 235 Anatomy & Physiology I & BIO 236 Anatomy & Physiology II.
Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.
About Us
Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Map course content and learning outcomes to Keyano College curriculum development requirements and to established university-transfer standards for first year Anatomy & Physiology, ensuring alignment with disciplinary expectations and provincial articulation requirements.
- Develop core course documentation, including the course description, measurable learning outcomes, course outline, and detailed syllabi. Provide a comprehensive blueprint of course structure, modules, topics, instructional strategies, lab components, and assessment timelines.
- Design and curate high quality learning materials for each module—including lecture presentations, readings, diagrams, multimedia content, and interactive learning resources—that accurately reflect human anatomy and physiology at an undergraduate level.
- Create detailed lesson plans that include content delivery methods, student learning activities, engagement strategies, opportunities for formative assessment, and summaries or reflections on key anatomical and physiological principles.
- Develop comprehensive instructor guides containing teaching notes, content clarifications, suggested pacing, lab facilitation instructions, supplemental resources, and best practices for effectively teaching foundational A&P to diverse learners.
- Design the complete assessment framework, including an assessment matrix aligned to learning outcomes, sample assessments, rubrics, quizzes, tests, laboratory assignments, case studies, and summative evaluations that reflect appropriate academic rigor.
- Develop laboratory components, including lab manuals, protocols, virtual or physical lab activities, safety guidance, and assessment tools consistent with postsecondary A&P laboratory expectations.
- Upload, structure, and organize all course materials within the Moodle LMS course shell, ensuring clear navigation, accessibility compliance, and alignment with Keyano College online learning standards.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, and internal committee members to refine curriculum, integrate best practices, and ensure academic quality.
- Maintain regular communication with the Chair and Associate Dean, attend curriculum development meetings, and provide progress updates throughout the development process.
- Engage with community and provincial stakeholders, where appropriate, to ensure course relevance and alignment with transfer partner expectations.
Qualifications
- Minimum: Master’s degree in Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Human Physiology, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, or a closely related field.
- Preferred: PhD in a relevant discipline (especially if the courses are intended to articulate with major universities).
- Strong foundational knowledge across:
o Human anatomy (systemic and regional)
o Human physiology (cellular to systemic)
o Homeostasis and regulatory mechanisms
o Basic pathology concepts
- Demonstrated experience teaching first-year undergraduate A&P or related courses.
- Experience developing curriculum, ideally including:
o Lecture materials
o Laboratory activities and manuals
o Assessments (quizzes, midterms, final exams)
o Learning activities aligned to learning outcomes
Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.
Compensation and Benefits
- Placement on the wage grid is reflective upon educational and experiential qualifications.
Additional Information
At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.
Company
Keyano College
Location
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Starting Date
26-03-2026
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About Keyano College
Keyano College is a public, board-governed college operating as a Comprehensive Community Institution under the authority of the Post-secondary Learning Act of Alberta. Keyano College plays an active role in Campus Alberta by collaborating with other post-secondary institutions to increase access to learning opportunities for students in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Campuses in Fort McMurray and Fort Chipewyan, as well as learning centres in the regional communities of Fort McKay, Conklin, Janvier, and Gregoire Lake, provide a diverse population with a variety of learning opportunities through classroom-based, online and blended delivery models. Keyano also serves a wider learner population in other provinces and territories through consortia such as eCampusAlberta and Alberta-North.
Keyano College offers certificates and diplomas, university transfer, apprenticeship, academic upgrading and, through collaboration with other post-secondary institutions, degree completion options. Courses and programs of study include the liberal arts, business, education, environmental science, performing and visual arts, health, sciences and technologies, human services, humanities, trades, transportation, heavy equipment operations and industrial skills.
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Contract Position: Course Development – Biology: Anatomy & Physiology
About the role
The Opportunity
Keyano College’s University Studies Department is currently seeking a Contract Course Developer to develop two biology courses; BIO 235 Anatomy & Physiology I & BIO 236 Anatomy & Physiology II.
Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.
About Us
Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Map course content and learning outcomes to Keyano College curriculum development requirements and to established university-transfer standards for first year Anatomy & Physiology, ensuring alignment with disciplinary expectations and provincial articulation requirements.
- Develop core course documentation, including the course description, measurable learning outcomes, course outline, and detailed syllabi. Provide a comprehensive blueprint of course structure, modules, topics, instructional strategies, lab components, and assessment timelines.
- Design and curate high quality learning materials for each module—including lecture presentations, readings, diagrams, multimedia content, and interactive learning resources—that accurately reflect human anatomy and physiology at an undergraduate level.
- Create detailed lesson plans that include content delivery methods, student learning activities, engagement strategies, opportunities for formative assessment, and summaries or reflections on key anatomical and physiological principles.
- Develop comprehensive instructor guides containing teaching notes, content clarifications, suggested pacing, lab facilitation instructions, supplemental resources, and best practices for effectively teaching foundational A&P to diverse learners.
- Design the complete assessment framework, including an assessment matrix aligned to learning outcomes, sample assessments, rubrics, quizzes, tests, laboratory assignments, case studies, and summative evaluations that reflect appropriate academic rigor.
- Develop laboratory components, including lab manuals, protocols, virtual or physical lab activities, safety guidance, and assessment tools consistent with postsecondary A&P laboratory expectations.
- Upload, structure, and organize all course materials within the Moodle LMS course shell, ensuring clear navigation, accessibility compliance, and alignment with Keyano College online learning standards.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, and internal committee members to refine curriculum, integrate best practices, and ensure academic quality.
- Maintain regular communication with the Chair and Associate Dean, attend curriculum development meetings, and provide progress updates throughout the development process.
- Engage with community and provincial stakeholders, where appropriate, to ensure course relevance and alignment with transfer partner expectations.
Qualifications
- Minimum: Master’s degree in Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Human Physiology, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, or a closely related field.
- Preferred: PhD in a relevant discipline (especially if the courses are intended to articulate with major universities).
- Strong foundational knowledge across:
o Human anatomy (systemic and regional)
o Human physiology (cellular to systemic)
o Homeostasis and regulatory mechanisms
o Basic pathology concepts
- Demonstrated experience teaching first-year undergraduate A&P or related courses.
- Experience developing curriculum, ideally including:
o Lecture materials
o Laboratory activities and manuals
o Assessments (quizzes, midterms, final exams)
o Learning activities aligned to learning outcomes
Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.
Compensation and Benefits
- Placement on the wage grid is reflective upon educational and experiential qualifications.
Additional Information
At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.
Company
Keyano College
Location
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Starting Date
26-03-2026
Not the right fit? Search for Contract Position: Course Development jobs in Fort McMurray, AB
About Keyano College
Keyano College is a public, board-governed college operating as a Comprehensive Community Institution under the authority of the Post-secondary Learning Act of Alberta. Keyano College plays an active role in Campus Alberta by collaborating with other post-secondary institutions to increase access to learning opportunities for students in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Campuses in Fort McMurray and Fort Chipewyan, as well as learning centres in the regional communities of Fort McKay, Conklin, Janvier, and Gregoire Lake, provide a diverse population with a variety of learning opportunities through classroom-based, online and blended delivery models. Keyano also serves a wider learner population in other provinces and territories through consortia such as eCampusAlberta and Alberta-North.
Keyano College offers certificates and diplomas, university transfer, apprenticeship, academic upgrading and, through collaboration with other post-secondary institutions, degree completion options. Courses and programs of study include the liberal arts, business, education, environmental science, performing and visual arts, health, sciences and technologies, human services, humanities, trades, transportation, heavy equipment operations and industrial skills.