Full-Time Professor, Respiratory Therapy

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ottawa is seeking a Professor in Allied Health to guide student learning and develop relevant curriculum. The ideal candidate will have significant experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and teaching experience, aiming to create a successful learning environment for all students. An inclusive workplace is encouraged for all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recent work experience as a respiratory therapist.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, preferably in a post-secondary setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating and guiding learning for all students.
• Designing and updating courses and curriculum.
• Providing academic leadership and guidance.

Skills

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or related field

Graduate degree

Tools

Educational technologies

Job description

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Department: Allied Health

Position Type: Full-Time Academic

Salary Range:

Sc heduled Weekly Hours: 44

Anticipated Start Date: December 15, 2025

Length of Contract: N/A

Posting Information

Employees who are internal candidates, as defined by the Academic Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.

Posting Closing Date: December 1, 2025

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Job Description

Salary range is $77,153 to $133,752 (Effective October 1, 2025) per annum, established in terms of relevant educational qualifications and experience.

Under the direction of the Academic Chair, Allied Health, the Professor is responsible for facilitating and guiding learning and providing an effective learning environment for all students.

The professional responsibilities include:

The design/revision/updating of courses, including:

• consulting with program and course administrators and other faculty members, advisory committees and a variety of employers and students
• defining learning outcomes and evaluating and validating these outcomes
• specifying and approving learning approaches, necessary resources, etc.
• incorporating educational technologies to meet the learning needs of 21st Century students
• reviewing and revising curriculum and participating in professional development activities during non-teaching periods

The teaching of assigned courses, including:

• delivery of regularly scheduled instruction in the Fall, Winter, or Summer terms in home department or across departments
• ensuring student awareness of course learning outcomes and evaluation techniques
• providing tutoring and academic advising for students both in and out of class
• providing a learning environment which makes effective use of available resources including educational technologies
• evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the student’s work within assigned courses
• the development and creation of a learning environment that is conducive to success for all students

The provision of academic leadership, including:

• providing guidance to students, instructors, and other-than-full-time professors relative to the professor’s teaching assignments
• participating in the work of curriculum and other consultative committees, and departmental/faculty meetings
• liaising with community members, engaging in program, Department, School or Faculty, and College promotion
• remaining current in the field of study and maintaining awareness of emerging trends and practices related to teaching and learning in higher education
• modeling the College values – Caring. Learning. Integrity. Respect.

Required Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (with no restrictions) as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or related field of study. Graduate degree an asset
• Minimum of 5 years of recent work experience as a respiratory therapist in a health care environment
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience including preceptorship experience, preferably in a post-secondary setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of student success strategies in a post-secondary setting
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of educational technologies; experience in the development and delivery of hybrid and online curriculum is considered an asset
• Highly effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated skill in Algonquin College’s preferred teaching competencies as set out in the Professor of the 21st Century document: http://www.algonquincollege.com/pd/professor-of-the-21st-century/
• Evidence of commitment to the success of all learners

Application Guidelines

Interested applicants must submit the following:

1. Cover Letter

• Clearly demonstrate how you meet each of theRequired Qualificationslisted in this posting.
• Highlight relevant teaching, research, and leadership experience.

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Include academic background, professional experience, and scholarly contributions.

Not e : Proof of Credentials ( copy of transc rip ts provi ded by granti ng inst itution ) will be require d u pon hire .

Algonquin College operates programs on a 12 month basis; faculty may be assigned accordingly.

This position is subject to the terms of the Academic Collective Agreement:

ANNOTATED VERSION (algonquincollege.com)

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.