Faculty Lecturer (Professional), Director of the Clinical Partnership Office, Ingram School of Nursing, (C1-240806)

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Position Description

The McGill University Ingram School of Nursing (ISoN) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking applications for a full-time position as a member of the Contract Academic Staff at the rank of Faculty Lecturer (Professional) to serve as the Director of the Clinical Partnership Office (CPO). The incumbent will also participate in the coordination of clinical courses in order to promote best practices in clinical education and bridge the gap between the operational processes related to the assignment of clinical course and the realities of the clinical pedagogical coordination, as well as gain insight into the clinical lived student experience. This will be a 3-year, renewable appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure.

The successful candidate will be joining the School at a stimulating time of growth and energy with a recently enlarged number of education and research-focused faculty, major curricular revisions, and a physical space with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities. The Ingram School of Nursing is proud to host a respectful, multi-disciplinary and inclusive work setting in its multiple areas of activity, which includes the training of a diverse group of students. The school is affiliated with internationally known McGill University, which is located in Montreal, a vibrant, multicultural city, in the francophone province of Quebec.

Job Duties

Under the Direction of the Associate Director (Education) of the Ingram School of Nursing, the Director of CPO’s responsibilities include:

• Assume overall responsibility the coordination of all operational aspects of student placement within the ISoN, including nurse-led clinics;
• Update and implement the ISoN Clinical Partnership strategic plan and processes aligned with the educational mission of the School;
• Develop and maintain partnerships and practices that align with ISoN and McGill University;
• Develop and maintain a working group among the clinical course coordinators to ensure best practices in clinical teaching. Report arising issues with practices implemented by Clinical Instructors, Preceptor Supports, and Preceptors, if applicable;
• Oversee and support the Clinical Partnership members in fulfilling their respective mandates;
• Take part in the ISoN leadership group (IOC), to support and collaborate on operational dossiers that require decision making;
• Engage with various external partners/organizations in discussions related to clinical education on provincial committees representing ISoN.

Responsibilities will also include coordinating or co-coordinating clinical course(s) between 3 to 8 credits per year. These courses are part of the Undergraduate and Graduate Curricula, and can be taught in large or small groups, and delivered online and on campus. More specifically, responsibilities include teaching, pedagogical assessment of the students, supporting Clinical Instructors, Preceptors and Preceptor Supports, onboarding of the Clinical Instructors and Preceptor Supports, revision of the course outlines and content. Faculty members are also expected to participate in the Entry-to-Practice curriculum revisions.

The successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Minimum requirements for consideration are:

• Master’s degree in Nursing with active membership with OIIQ;
• Experience in coordination of clinical courses;
• Leadership experience related to clinical education;
• Management experience will be considered an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written English and strong verbal and written French;
• Bilingual language skills (French and English) are preferred, or a commitment to acquire the necessary language skills within a few years of appointment. 

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ingram School of Nursing

Employee Type: Contract Academic Staff (‘Academic Contractual’)

Rank: Faculty Lecturer

Job Status: Full-time

Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Period: Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication of this advertisement.

The following supporting documents are required:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae;
• Education Statement;
• Names and contact information of three referees.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

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

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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