Part-Time Academic ; NURS Multi-dimensional of Cancer - Fall Job Halifax area,Nova Scotia Canada,Education / Teaching

Position: Part-Time Academic for (NURS 4353.03: Multi-dimensional Aspects of Cancer) - Fall 2026
Job Summary &

Key Responsibilities

This appointment runs from September 1, 2026 until December 31, 2026. The part-time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Undergraduate Studies Academic.
FORMAT:

Online delivery asynchronously, equivalent to 3-hour lectures/week for 7 weeks

COURSE

DESCRIPTION:

Building on Exploring Concepts in Oncology, this course will challenge learners to consider the comprehensive care of a range of health and illness needs of individuals at risk for or living with cancer within a dynamic and changing system. The course reflects a critical analysis of the existing theoretical and evidence-informed perspectives influencing health related behaviors within the context of cancer at the individual, organizational and global levels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Development of teaching and learning activities related to course-specific topics that align with current trends in healthcare practices

Review and revise all course materials and assessments to align with current educational pedagogies that include universal design of learning and active learning strategies.

Introduce current and relevant trends in oncology health care practices.

Hold weekly virtual office hours and follow up with students as necessary

Liaise with the Associate Directors, Undergraduate Studies Academic and Student Affairs for initial instruction, orientation and as needed.

Delivery, assessment, evaluation, and co-ordination of the course using the Brightspace Learning Management System

Participation in semester meetings and course discussions within the program

Develop and administer course evaluations, incl. assessments and exams

Submission of grades

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

Candidates must hold a graduate nursing degree (PhD preferred), or related field, plus have relevant teaching experience and clinical expertise in the area of oncology.

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 2

SLGBTQIA+ 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.