Course Instructor (On-Campus & Distance) - Social Welfare 25FW

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

Job summary

Nipissing University is seeking qualified instructors for Social Welfare courses for Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters. Candidates must have a PhD or ABD in a relevant field and teaching experience, responsible for course instruction and student evaluations. This role offers a competitive salary of $6,818.58 CAD per three-credit course.

Qualifications

• A PhD or ABD in a relevant field is required.
• A master’s degree is mandatory.
• Relevant post-secondary teaching experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the assigned course.
• Available to meet with students outside of class.
• Complete mandatory training and follow university policies.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Communication Skills

Education

PhD or ABD in Social Work, Sociology, Political Science or related discipline

Master’s Degree

Job description

Course Instructor (On-Campus & Distance) – Social Welfare 25FW

Date Posted: Monday May 5, 2025

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

Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Social Welfare

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 Social Welfare courses during the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters.

Qualifications

• A PhD or ABD in Social Work, Sociology, Political Science or related discipline.
• A master’s degree required.
• Relevant post-secondary teaching 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)

• SWLF-3116 – Health Care and Health Policy (North Bay)
• SWLF-3166 – Housing and Homelessness (North Bay)
  
  

Winter 2026

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

• SWLF-3006 – Social and Economic Justice (North Bay/Distance)
• SWLF-3806 – Family Violence (North Bay)
  
  

View full course list in the academic calendar

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].