Part-Time Academic: NURS5560 - Transformative and Innovative Health Systems Planning (Winter 2026)

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic institution is seeking a Part-Time Academic for the course NURS5560 – Transformative and Innovative Health Systems Planning. The position requires a graduate degree in Nursing, teaching experience, and familiarity with online course delivery. Responsibilities include developing course content, assessing student performance, and coordinating course activities. The appointment runs from January 1 to April 30, 2026, and diversity in applications is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing or related field.
• Relevant teaching experience is required.
• Online teaching experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop teaching and learning activities for the course.
• Deliver and coordinate the course.
• Assess and evaluate student learning.
• Respond to student queries about coursework.
• Develop and administer examinations.

Skills

Teaching experience in online environments

Expertise in Nursing or related field

Graduate degree

Education

Graduate degree in Nursing or related field

PhD preferred

Tools

Brightspace

Job description

Part‑Time Academic: NURS5560 - Transformative and Innovative Health Systems Planning (Winter 2026)

Position Title Part‑Time Academic: NURS5560 - Transformative and Innovative Health Systems Planning (Winter 2026)

Posting Number PTAP3140P

Department/Unit Nursing

Location

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities

NURS5560 – Transformative and Innovative Health Systems Planning

The goal of this 3‑credit seminar course is to explore and discuss the structure of current health care systems in both developed and developing countries (particular focus on Canada) and the multiple factors that influence how health care is designed and delivered.

ONLINE DELIVERY : ASYNCHRONOUS

This appointment runs from January 1 – April 30, 2026, and the part‑time academic instructor reports directly to the Associate Director, Graduate Studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of teaching and learning activities related to the course
• Delivery and co‑ordination of the course
• Assessment and evaluation of student learning
• Use of Brightspace for course delivery
• Responding to student queries about coursework
• Attending initial instruction with Instructional Learning Online services
• Participation in course discussions within the program
• Develop and administer examinations
• Submission of grades
• Follow up with students as necessary

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

Candidates must hold a graduate degree in Nursing, or related field, with relevant expertise and teaching experience and be licensed to practice in Nova Scotia. PhD preferred.

Experience with teaching in an online environment is an asset. All lecturers hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching ([e-mail]) and Academic Technology Services ([e-mail]). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

Salary Range/Pay Rate

Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

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 visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

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.