Assistant Professor, School of Health Studies

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA).; London; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Une université renommée offre un poste de professeur adjoint de deux ans dans la School of Health Studies. Les candidats doivent détenir un PhD et être engagés dans l'enseignement et la recherche sur la santé, avec une volontée d'intégrer des thématiques telles que la santé indigène et l'intelligence artificielle. Le poste se concentre sur l'enseignement, la recherche et le service, avec des opportunités de collaboration passionnantes.

Qualifications

• PhD ou équivalent dans le domaine des sciences de la santé.
• Capacité à enseigner divers cours et à collaborer avec d'autres chercheurs.
• Implication dans la recherche sur la santé et le bien-être, avec un accent sur l'équité.

Responsibilities

• Enseigner des cours au niveau undergraduate et graduate.
• Participer à la recherche dans les domaines de la santé publique et de l'équité.
• Contribuer au service dans le département et l'université.

Skills

Communication écrite et orale en anglais

Capacité à enseigner

Engagement envers l'équité

Education

PhD en sciences de la santé ou équivalent

Job description

The School of Health Studies invites applications from exceptional scholars for anappointment at the rank of Assistant

Professor, Limited-Term (two-years). The School of Health Studies , o ne of seven schools in the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS), is home to a large undergraduate Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) program, and contributes to the Faculty wide Health & Rehabilitation Sciences graduate program and the Advanced Health Care Practice g raduate program and the Interfaculty Program in Public Health .

The School of Health Studies is a leader in impactful interdisciplinary and international research, education and knowledge mobilization regarding health and wellbeing. Our mission is to nurture the creativity and critical thinking of tomorrow’s global leaders in health and wellbeing. Our innovative research programs address health and wellbeing across the life course including marginalized populations. Our undergraduate BHSc curriculum provides students with foundational and specialized training in the six dimensions of health (personal, mental, interpersonal, ecological, sociocultural, sociopolitical) studied through the lens of equity and social justice. The interdisciplinary focus of the School of Health Studies is unique in FHS making it an ideal place to examine rapidly evolving health environments and diverse health-related experiences. We are engaged in research and scholarly activity in areas such as health promotion, health policy, public health, law, health equity and sustainability, and digital health.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated capacity to contribute to a diverse academic community and the School of Health Studies Strategic Plan. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in the area of health sciences (e.g., health sciences, public health, bioethics, social epidemiology, health promotion, kinesiology, etc.) The successful candidate will be required to teach a range of courses that fall within the Six Dimensions of Health and Wellbeing . Although not a requirement, an interest in artificial intelligence and / or indigenous health would be advantageous. The position will have a workload of

70% Teaching, 10% Research, and 20% Service. Successful candidates will have opportunities tocollaborate with FHS’s research Centres and Institutes(e.g. Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging , Centre for Research on Health Equity and Social Inclusion and the Rotman Institute of Philosophy ) . Applicants must becommittedtoprovidinghigh quality, innovative and contemporary teaching and mentoring at graduate and undergraduate levels, inlinewith Western’s Data Strategy a s well as its Indigenous Strategic Plan.

The effective date of this appointment is August 1, 2025, or as negotiated. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Western University d elivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff, and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence, and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a complete application package, as a SINGLE PDF file , containing the following :

• Application for Full - Time Faculty Position
• Cover letter that outlines their interest and qualifications for the role, and a statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in relation to their teaching and research
• Brief statement of teaching philosophy and experience, research accomplishments, and future research plans
• Names and contact information of three academic references

The application package can be submitted via email to :

Dr. Rachel Forrester-Jones, Director and Professor

School of Health Studies

Faculty of Health Sciences

The deadline for receipt of applications is July 7, 2025 (EST).

Please quote number HS-288 on all correspondence for this position.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Dr. Rachel Forrester-Jones, Director and Professor, School of Health Studies at [emailprotected] .

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