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Position Title

Part-Time Academic HSCE 1000.03: (Foundations of Health Care Practice) - Fall 2025

Posting Number

PTAP3017P

Department/Unit

Health Sciences

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

Foundations of Health Care Practice
Fall Term 2025, class times are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:30-14:00
Location: Fenwick Medical Building
Format: Lecture (synchronous, in-person)

This course introduces students in the BHSc professions to the Canadian Health Care System and the role of the health professional within that system. The course compares the Canadian system to systems from other countries and covers diverse healthcare models such as primary care, palliative care, long term care, etc. The role of the health professional is explored through the study of professionalism, scope of practice, and risk management in an interprofessional context. The course will allow students the opportunity to develop/improve essential skills to help them study and work in a multi-disciplinary system including critical thinking, writing skills, communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities will include all aspects of development of course materials for in-person, synchronous teaching, student evaluation, and administration of the course. Topics include introduction to university study, conceptual models of health and illness, health care systems, models of care, professionalism, communication and the application of research knowledge to practice. The maximum enrolment for this course is 74.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

Undergraduate degree in a health profession and a complementary graduate degree are required. Previous teaching experience in a university is required. Knowledge of health services research and critical thinking methods are essential. Excellent organizational and written communication skills are required. Availability for in-person teaching, as posted on the 2025-2026 Academic Timetable (and listed above) is required. Experience with Brightspace or equivalent is considered an asset.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

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

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians 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.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.

Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment

September-December 2025

Open Date

07/02/2025

Close Date

07/16/2025

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19234

About Dalhousie University

Higher Education
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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.