HS102 VA2: An Introduction to Public Health (Winter 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University; Alberta; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking an instructor for HS102 VA2: An Introduction to Public Health. The course explores public health theory, practice, and the history of public health movements, focusing on the integration of health knowledge in professional settings. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree and have prior university teaching experience. The position offers a total of $5,554.87 for the term and is conducted online.

Qualifications

• Previous university teaching experience is essential.
• Professional experience and/or refereed publications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Introduce public health theory and practice.
• Discuss history and development of public health movements.

Education

Masters Degree

MA in Public Health (or related area)

Job description

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Human & Social Sciences

Department: FHSS Administration

Campus: Other

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10426

Position Title

HS102 VA2: An Introduction to Public Health

Term

Winter 2026 (January – April 2026)

Days/Times

ONLINE - Virtual Asynchronous

Hours per week / Hours Total

3 per week / 36 total

Anticipated Class Size

100

Additional Course Requirements

None

Posting Dates

Posted on: November 18, 2025

Posting ends: November 25, 2025

Position Summary

This course introduces public health theory and practice. Consideration will be given to the history and development of public health movements in Canada and globally; the integration of health knowledge into institutional policy and professional practice; and the methodological, scientific, social, professional, and organizational bases of public health.

Qualifications – Required

Masters Degree

Qualifications – Other

MA in Public Health (or related area). Previous university teaching is essential; those with professional experience and/or refereed publications in the area preferred.

Salary

$5,554.87

Application Deadline

November 25, 2025

Required for All Applicants

• CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12‑point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered).
• Candidate Application Form (CAF) must be submitted for the application to be considered.
• On the CAF, applicants must clearly outline only those qualifications which are relevant for each course for which they have applied and articulate how their work and academic experience enhances their ability to teach each course.

Required for External Applicants

• Verification of highest degree.

Optional for All Applicants

• Name and contact information for referees.
• Teaching Dossier and/or relevant supplementary documentation (Maximum of 25 pages in total, with 12‑point font and 2.54 cm margins. Pages which exceed this limit will not be considered).
• Proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract.

Applications may be addressed to:

Dr. Kari Brozowski, Chair
Department of Health Studies
Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, Ontario

To Apply

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Equity and Inclusion Statement

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier’s Employee Success Factors. Diversity and inclusion are core values; candidates from equity‑deserving groups are welcomed. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming are encouraged to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives ([e-mail]). Candidates from other equity‑deserving groups may contact Equity and Accessibility ([e-mail]). Assistance in applying for a position or access to a job posting in an alternative format is available at [e-mail].

Eligibility

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Canada requirements mandate that successful applicants prove they are legally able to work in Canada.

Contract Teaching Faculty Information

This appointment is governed by the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part‑time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed according to the collective agreement and program‑specific rubric.

Course Offering Conditions

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

Application Review

All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part‑time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.