Part-Time Academic (MARI 3090: Marine Mammalogy) – Winter 2027

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 4,000 - 7,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus role

TA supervision opportunities

Job summary

Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia invites applications for a Part-Time Academic for MARI 3090: Marine Mammalogy during Winter 2027. The instructor will lecture on marine mammals, design assessments, manage course administration, and supervise TAs.

Lectures are scheduled MWF from 2:35pm to 3:25pm. The successful candidate must work in-person on campus or on field trips as required, reporting to the Department Chair.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biology with teaching and marine mammalogy experience.
• Proven ability to lecture undergraduate courses.
• Two references required for first-time applicants to the department.

Responsibilities

• Lecture on characteristics, evolution and adaptations of marine mammals.
• Design and implement course assessments and administer the course (grading, invigilation, accommodations).
• Administer Brightspace site, hire/supervise teaching assistants, and assist students as needed.

Skills

Lecturing

Course design

Student support

Education

Advanced degree in Biology

Tools

Brightspace

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Part-Time Academic (MARI 3090: Marine Mammalogy) – Winter 2027

Posting Number

PTAP3563P

Department/Unit

Biology

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

MARI 3090: Marine Mammalogy – Winter 2027: The instructor is responsible for lecturing on the characteristics, evolution and special adaptations, behaviour, population biology, and ecosystem roles of marine mammals.

This role includes designing and implementing all course assessments (e.g. exam invigilation); general administration of the course (handling student issues, providing necessary student accommodations, building and managing a course Brightspace site, submitting grades, hiring/supervising TA’s, etc.); and assisting students on an individual basis. Lectures will be held from 2:35pm to 3:25pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.

Qualifications/Requirements Of Position

• Advanced degree in biology with teaching and research experience in marine mammalogy.
• Demonstrated ability in lecturing to students in an undergraduate course.
• First-time applicants to the Department of Biology must provide the names of two references.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .

Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment

January - April 2027

Open Date

10/16/2026

Close Date

10/30/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21566