Dalhousie University
The Department of Medical Neuroscience in the Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University invites applications to fill a full-time career stream Anatomy Instructor position at the Cape Breton Medical Campus, in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
The Anatomy Instructor will deliver the anatomy components of the undergraduate medical curriculum, including gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, and histology, at the Cape Breton Medical Campus. The Anatomy Instructor will provide supplemental sessions and scheduled office hours for medical students and will support Research in Medicine (RIM) program. Additional responsibilities will include course administration duties and continued development of anatomy programs for medical students.
The Anatomy Instructor will be responsible for the daily operations of CBMC anatomy lab facilities including directing and overseeing the activities of a laboratory technician.
The Instructor will work closely with, and be supported by, other anatomy faculty in the Department of Medical Neuroscience, at Halifax, NS, and Saint John, NB, campuses. As a member of the Department, the Anatomy Instructor may be assigned additional responsibilities by the Department Head.
Applicants must hold an MSc or PhD in anatomical sciences (or related field) or an MD (or equivalent). The successful candidate must demonstrate academic competence in human gross anatomy and neuroanatomy. Experience teaching histology and/or embryology, will be considered an asset. A commitment to excellence in teaching is required as this is the primary responsibility of the position. Experience with the proper care, handling, and use of human cadaveric material is essential.
The position will begin on June 1, 2025. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications must include:
· Cover letter
· Curriculum vitae
· Teaching dossier
· Statement of teaching interests/philosophy (maximum 2 pages)
· Names and contact information for three referees.
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
Close Date 12/01/2024
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