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Part-Time Academic (BIOA 3003: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy) - Fall 2026
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Academic (BIOA 3003: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy) - Fall 2026
Posting Number
PTAP3327P
Department/Unit
Animal Science and Aquaculture
Location
Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
BIOA3003 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy is a course overseen by the Chair of the Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture. The Part-time Academic will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the lectures, including test preparation and evaluation. Lectures are currently scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday from 0835am to 0955am, in the Fall Term 2026 (September – December).
Course description: An introduction to comparative anatomy. Emphasis is placed on analyzing vertebrate structure. Comparisons of form and function within the Vertebrata are discussed with an evolutionary perspective. This is supplemented in the laboratory by detailed dissections of representative vertebrates.
FORMAT:
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Lecture
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Lab
Qualifications/Requirements of Position
Minimum requirement of an MSc. in the area of expertise, with a minimum of two years’ experience. Demonstrated teaching experience required in a post-secondary level environment, with experience in animal sciences. A PhD in the area of expertise would be an asset, as well as previous experience in supervising students.
Salary Range/Pay Rate
Per CUPE Collective Agreement
Additional Information
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.
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment
September - December 2026
Open Date
05/14/2026
Close Date
05/30/2026
Open Until Filled
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