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This is a Term 12 position with an initial appointment of 24 months.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The School of Public Health (SPH) at the University of Alberta was the first school of public health accredited in Canada in 2012 by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). SPH offers a course-based Master of Public Health (MPH), an MA in Community Engagement (course-based and thesis-based), and thesis (MSc and PhD) graduate programs, supported by 31 faculty members. Currently, there are approximately 320 graduate students. SPH is among the top 5 research-intensive faculties in the University.

The Master of Public Health (MPH) is designed to equip practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to play roles in key public health functions such as assessment, planning, action implementation, and evaluation, in governmental, non-governmental, community-based, and industry settings across sectors and jurisdictions.

The School of Public Health invites applications for a full-time, 2-year (renewable) Academic Teaching Staff position, beginning no later than June 1, 2026. The teaching load is commensurate with the guidelines set out in the ATS agreement and will be equivalent to 6 courses equivalents per year.

This appointment requires advanced training in public health (e.g., MPH, MSc, PhD or DrPH). Relevant practical experience in the field of public health will be considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in public health education and to those with experience serving in leadership roles with governmental or non-governmental organizations and using evidence to inform public health actions.

The School of Public Health integrates research, graduate education, and community engagement to improve population health. Its interdisciplinary structure includes academic programs, centres, and research teams focused on tackling pressing public health issues locally and globally. The School is dedicated to creating knowledge, training public health professionals, and advancing evidence-informed policy and practice.

The appointee will primarily teach undergraduate and MPH/MACE courses in the School of Public Health. Courses may be taught in person, asynchronously online or hybrid, depending on the course. The following courses may be part of the teaching required:

SPH 303 - Health Promotion in an Unequal World
SPH 535 - Using and Creating Evidence in Public Health Practice
SPH 536 - Engagement for Public Health Action
SPH 541 - Public Health Practice & Professional Skills
SPH 546 - Public Health Practice & Professional Skills
SPH 562 - Understanding and Improving the Health of Populations

This position includes additional duties related to course coordination, curriculum revision and development of courses aimed at undergraduate students. Advising of course-based students (i.e., MPH, MACE) during their practicum will also be expected.

• Applicants should have advanced training in public health (e.g., MPH, MSc, PhD or DrPH);
• A minimum of 5 years of related public health experience in governmental, non-governmental, community-based, academic or industry settings;
• The candidate must demonstrate high-quality and engaged teaching for graduate courses and contribute to service and community engagement missions of the School. This includes teaching of graduate students, mentoring of colleagues and trainees, participating in School-wide planning, and the development of initiatives that improve public health in collaboration with communities, organizations, industry, and government agencies.

Application Instructions

Click "Apply Now" to submit the following:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Statement of teaching interests

Requests for additional information or questions about this competition, should be sent to: recruit.publichealth@ualberta.ca.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with* Schedule D of the Collective Agreement between the Board of Governors of the University of Alberta and the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.