Course Instructor (On-Campus & Distance) - Geography & Geology 25FW

Nipissing University; North Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Nipissing University seeks qualified instructors for Geography and Geology courses for Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters. Candidates must have a PhD or Master's degree and relevant teaching experience. The role involves instruction, student engagement, and adherence to university policies.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree in Geography, Geology or related field required.
• Relevant post-secondary teaching experience required.
• Professional experience in the field is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for assigned courses.
• Available to meet with students outside of official classroom time.
• Complete mandatory training and follow university policies.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Geography, Geology or related field

Master’s degree in Geography, Geology or related field

Job description

Course Instructor (On Campus & Distance) – Geography & Geology 25FW

Date Posted: Monday May 5, 2025

Closing Date: Monday May 19, 2025 (Open Until Filled)

Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Geography & Geology

Salary Range: $6,818.58 CAD + vacation pay per three-credit course

The Faculty of Arts and Science at Nipissing University invites applications from qualified instructors to teach Geography and Geology courses during the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Geography, Geology or related field
• Master’s degree in Geography, Geology or related field is required.
• Relevant post-secondary teaching experience required
• Relevant professional experience
  
  

Duties

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned
• Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time
• Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures
  
  

Courses Available

We are hiring for multiple courses, including:

Fall 2025

(September 2, 2025, to December 1, 2025)

• GEOG-2226 – Environment and Society (North Bay)
• GEOG-3236 – Geography of Environment & Health (North Bay)
• GEOG-3436/ENSC-3436 – Earth Resources (North Bay)
• GEOG-4437 – At Risk: Environmental Hazards (North Bay) Two sections
• GEOL-1006 – The Earth’s Interior (Distance)
  
  

Winter 2025

(January 5, 2026, to April 7, 2026)

• GEOG-2026 – Introduction to Quantitative Methods (North Bay)
• GEOG-2136 – Cultural Geography (Distance)
• GEOG-3057 – Environmental Geomorphology (North Bay)
• GEOG-3106 – Impact Assessment (North Bay)
• GEOG-4026 – Political Ecology (North Bay) updated on May 16, 2025
• GEOG-4027 – Spatial Computing (North Bay)
• GEOG-4807 – Natural Resource Management (North Bay)
• GEOG-4906 – Topic: Special Topic in Climate (North Bay)
• GEOL-1007 – Surficial Geology (Distance)
  
  

View full course list in the academic calendar (Geography)

View full course list in the academic calendar (Geology)

How To Apply

Complete the application form and submit the following in a single PDF to [e-mail]

Cover letter

Curriculum vitae

Proof of highest level of education

Proof Of Other Qualifications (if Applicable)

Professional letter of reference

Work permit (if applicable)

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].