Assistant Professor - Nursing, Tenure Track
About the role
Job Description:
About the Faculty of Health, Community and Education
The Faculty of Health, Community and Education (HCE) is constantly looking forward to an inspired future where our efforts contribute to healthy communities and ultimately improve the quality of life of those with whom we interact. Our unique collection of programs tailored to health, community and education professions, creates a compelling collective. Our partnerships with the community, and within the post-secondary sector, open up new and exciting avenues that increase access and opportunity, while augmenting the overall student experience. The Faculty of Health, Community and Education is comprised of four departments: School of Nursing and Midwifery (SONM), Health and Physical Education, Child Studies and Social Work, and Education which offer a variety of degree, diploma, and certificate programs.
The Faculty has a strategic plan which guides the work of each unit, the entire faculty, and our people. Ani to pisi 2030 describes the spider web and the interconnectedness of all people and things.
About the Role
The successful applicant must at minimum be qualified to teach all introductory-level nursing courses and be prepared to actively participate in program and curriculum development. Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise in teaching community health and older adult theory and/or recognized simulation credentials and experience with simulation education.
New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) has a focus on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. The successful candidate will be hired into the teaching/service pattern (TS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.
Qualifications
- A minimum of Master’s degree in nursing with PhD degree or PhD near completion preferred
- A minimum of three years’ experience in their declared area of expertise
- Registered or eligible for registration with CRNA
- Immunizations for the practice area (including Alberta Health Services) are required
In addition, any of the following would be considered an asset:
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Experience in course development, instructional design and online courses
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Demonstrated commitment to enhancing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA)
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Experience in teaching community health and older adult theory
-
Community and older adult clinical experience (minimum 5 years)
-
Experience with simulation as a teaching strategy
-
Experience developing and supporting simulation educational strategies
Key Faculty Responsibilities
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Collaborating effectively with full-time and contract faculty members on curriculum development and program refinement
-
Remaining current in areas of teaching responsibility and maintaining awareness of emerging trends in evidence-informed practice.
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Contributing to the program, School, Faculty, university, and broader nursing community through various levels of service-related activities
For further information about the position, contact Dr. Sandra Goldsworthy, Chair, School of Nursing and Midwifery at sgoldsworthy@mtroyal.ca.
Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found
A complete dossier should be submitted including curriculum vitae, list of three (3) references, and evidence of teaching excellence. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).
About Mount Royal University
Welcome to Mount Royal University, where we foster a work environment of mutual respect, transparency and inclusiveness, and where talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We believe we are stronger as a university when employees collaborate and bring diverse perspectives together.
We invest in the wellness and development of our employees, knowing that it benefits both the individual and the university as a whole. Our culture, along with many services, resources and programs, encourages a healthy, productive workplace.
As we strive to enhance our culture of innovation and excellence, we support faculty, staff and management to be innovative in their work -- in our classrooms and across our campus.
This is a place where employees feel a sense of community and belonging. Where people feel supported in their work and enjoy the friendliness and familiarity that only a small campus can provide.
Assistant Professor - Nursing, Tenure Track
About the role
Job Description:
About the Faculty of Health, Community and Education
The Faculty of Health, Community and Education (HCE) is constantly looking forward to an inspired future where our efforts contribute to healthy communities and ultimately improve the quality of life of those with whom we interact. Our unique collection of programs tailored to health, community and education professions, creates a compelling collective. Our partnerships with the community, and within the post-secondary sector, open up new and exciting avenues that increase access and opportunity, while augmenting the overall student experience. The Faculty of Health, Community and Education is comprised of four departments: School of Nursing and Midwifery (SONM), Health and Physical Education, Child Studies and Social Work, and Education which offer a variety of degree, diploma, and certificate programs.
The Faculty has a strategic plan which guides the work of each unit, the entire faculty, and our people. Ani to pisi 2030 describes the spider web and the interconnectedness of all people and things.
About the Role
The successful applicant must at minimum be qualified to teach all introductory-level nursing courses and be prepared to actively participate in program and curriculum development. Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise in teaching community health and older adult theory and/or recognized simulation credentials and experience with simulation education.
New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) has a focus on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. The successful candidate will be hired into the teaching/service pattern (TS). There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.
Qualifications
- A minimum of Master’s degree in nursing with PhD degree or PhD near completion preferred
- A minimum of three years’ experience in their declared area of expertise
- Registered or eligible for registration with CRNA
- Immunizations for the practice area (including Alberta Health Services) are required
In addition, any of the following would be considered an asset:
-
Experience in course development, instructional design and online courses
-
Demonstrated commitment to enhancing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA)
-
Experience in teaching community health and older adult theory
-
Community and older adult clinical experience (minimum 5 years)
-
Experience with simulation as a teaching strategy
-
Experience developing and supporting simulation educational strategies
Key Faculty Responsibilities
-
Collaborating effectively with full-time and contract faculty members on curriculum development and program refinement
-
Remaining current in areas of teaching responsibility and maintaining awareness of emerging trends in evidence-informed practice.
-
Contributing to the program, School, Faculty, university, and broader nursing community through various levels of service-related activities
For further information about the position, contact Dr. Sandra Goldsworthy, Chair, School of Nursing and Midwifery at sgoldsworthy@mtroyal.ca.
Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found
A complete dossier should be submitted including curriculum vitae, list of three (3) references, and evidence of teaching excellence. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).
About Mount Royal University
Welcome to Mount Royal University, where we foster a work environment of mutual respect, transparency and inclusiveness, and where talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We believe we are stronger as a university when employees collaborate and bring diverse perspectives together.
We invest in the wellness and development of our employees, knowing that it benefits both the individual and the university as a whole. Our culture, along with many services, resources and programs, encourages a healthy, productive workplace.
As we strive to enhance our culture of innovation and excellence, we support faculty, staff and management to be innovative in their work -- in our classrooms and across our campus.
This is a place where employees feel a sense of community and belonging. Where people feel supported in their work and enjoy the friendliness and familiarity that only a small campus can provide.