Part-Time Academic (PHYT 5202: Scientific Inquiry) - Fall 2025
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Academic (PHYT 5202: Scientific Inquiry) - Fall 2025
Posting Number
PTAP2997P
Department/Unit
Physiotherapy
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
The sessional instructor will be responsible for the delivery of PHYT 5202.3: Scientific Inquiry. PHYT 5202 is a non-clinical, mandatory physiotherapy course offered during the Fall 2025 term of year one in the MSc.PT curriculum. The course is offered using a blended design of synchronous and asynchronous methods; the timetable is set for this course, with synchronous class time scheduled from 10:05-11:25am on Monday and Wednesday in the Collaborative Health Education Building Room 150 for the Fall term. It is expected that students receive no more than six hours of course related engagement per week (including lectures, labs, assignments, studying etc.).
Learning activities are designed to develop the student’s knowledge, skills and behaviours related to scientific inquiry and use of evidence in practice, including finding, appraising and applying evidence in the context of evidence-based, patient-centered physiotherapy. The course frameworks (WHO ICF model; the 5As of Evidence Based Practice; and the CIHC National Interprofessional Competency Framework) integrate patient values/circumstances with application of scientific principles, including critical appraisal and synthesis of best-available evidence. The course provides the foundation for application and further development of knowledge and skills for evidence-based practice in all courses in the MScPT program.
In this 3-credit hour course, the instructor will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class which includes lectures, assignments, test preparation and evaluation of students. In addition, the instructor will hold regular office hours for consultation with students.
Qualifications/Requirements of Position
PhD or Masters degree; knowledge of evidence-based practice skills including appraisal and application of different types of research to address a specific types of focused clinical research questions, measurement methods, data analyses, documentation of key features of articles, and synthesis of evidence. Previous teaching experience (especially with graduate students) and experience with online learning management systems (i.e. Brightspace) preferred. Experience in implementing working collaboratively with instructors and teaching assistants and in conveying the clinical relevance or application of knowledge to physiotherapy is an asset.
Salary Range/Pay Rate
In accordance with CUPE agreement
Additional Information
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 commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment
September 2025 -December 2025
Open Date
07/04/2025
Close Date
07/14/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19109
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.
Part-Time Academic (PHYT 5202: Scientific Inquiry) - Fall 2025
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Academic (PHYT 5202: Scientific Inquiry) - Fall 2025
Posting Number
PTAP2997P
Department/Unit
Physiotherapy
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
The sessional instructor will be responsible for the delivery of PHYT 5202.3: Scientific Inquiry. PHYT 5202 is a non-clinical, mandatory physiotherapy course offered during the Fall 2025 term of year one in the MSc.PT curriculum. The course is offered using a blended design of synchronous and asynchronous methods; the timetable is set for this course, with synchronous class time scheduled from 10:05-11:25am on Monday and Wednesday in the Collaborative Health Education Building Room 150 for the Fall term. It is expected that students receive no more than six hours of course related engagement per week (including lectures, labs, assignments, studying etc.).
Learning activities are designed to develop the student’s knowledge, skills and behaviours related to scientific inquiry and use of evidence in practice, including finding, appraising and applying evidence in the context of evidence-based, patient-centered physiotherapy. The course frameworks (WHO ICF model; the 5As of Evidence Based Practice; and the CIHC National Interprofessional Competency Framework) integrate patient values/circumstances with application of scientific principles, including critical appraisal and synthesis of best-available evidence. The course provides the foundation for application and further development of knowledge and skills for evidence-based practice in all courses in the MScPT program.
In this 3-credit hour course, the instructor will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class which includes lectures, assignments, test preparation and evaluation of students. In addition, the instructor will hold regular office hours for consultation with students.
Qualifications/Requirements of Position
PhD or Masters degree; knowledge of evidence-based practice skills including appraisal and application of different types of research to address a specific types of focused clinical research questions, measurement methods, data analyses, documentation of key features of articles, and synthesis of evidence. Previous teaching experience (especially with graduate students) and experience with online learning management systems (i.e. Brightspace) preferred. Experience in implementing working collaboratively with instructors and teaching assistants and in conveying the clinical relevance or application of knowledge to physiotherapy is an asset.
Salary Range/Pay Rate
In accordance with CUPE agreement
Additional Information
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 commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment
September 2025 -December 2025
Open Date
07/04/2025
Close Date
07/14/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19109
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.