Sessional Nursing Instructor, NRSG Mental Health & Illness; Theory- Fall

The University of Calgary, Faculty of Nursing is seeking a Sessional Nursing Instructor to teach NRSG 421 - Mental Health & Illness (Theory) during the Fall 2026 term.

• NRSG 421 - Mental Health & Illness (Theory)

We are seeking applicants with nursing practice and/or nursing education experience in mental health and mental illness. Relevant mental health experience is required.

NRSG 421 - Mental Health & Illness is an undergraduate nursing theory course that develops students' knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental illness, with an emphasis on compassionate, evidence-informed nursing care.

Sessional Instructors are provided with exceptional orientation, mentorship, and ongoing professional development. The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule

B. Please see the Faculty Association's website at  for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.

• Work effectively with groups of students in on-campus and/or online learning environments
• Participate in course and teaching-team meetings, as required
• Participate in student assessment and evaluation
• Seek excellence in teaching by applying a variety of teaching strategies and collaborating with colleagues
• Encourage and foster an environment of inquiry, critical thinking and evidence-informed practice

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and have nursing practice and/or nursing education experience in mental health and mental illness. Relevant mental health experience is required. Candidates must be registered with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, and in good standing.

• Current or recent nursing practice and/or nursing education experience in mental health and mental illness (required)
• Demonstrated knowledge relevant to mental health nursing
• 5+ years experience in nursing education, teaching, mentoring and/or supervision of students

• Application of adult teaching and learning principles
• Application of nursing processes and conceptual frameworks to support assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Teamwork and leadership skills
• Ability to foster student problem solving, critical thinking and clinical reasoning
• Ability to assess student performance and provide meaningful feedback
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing teaching and course requirements
• Proficiency with technology used to support teaching and learning

Dr. Zahra Shajani, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs, Faculty of Nursing

University of Calgary, PF2240

2500 University Drive NW

Calgary, AB T2N 1N4

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here.

In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments () and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ().

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question:
Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the…