Sessional Lecturer (NURS 280)

The School of Nursing at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following course:  

Human Sexual Health (NURS 280, 3 credits). 

2024/2025 Winter term 2 (January 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025) 

Course information can be found:  https://nursing.ubc.ca/undergraduate/nurs-elective-courses

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of the UBC School of Nursing, the Sessional Lecturer will be responsible for the teaching of Human Sexual Health (NURS 280, 3 credits), delivery of the course, classroom teaching as well as management of the information and learning activities in the Canvas shell, facilitation or provision of suitable learning experiences for students (e.g. teaching, mentoring, supervising). This position will evaluate students (marking assignments and evaluating participation) according to identified evaluation criteria. Duties also include all end-of-course work, including any deferred or supplemental examinations that might be required or re-reads that students are entitled to receive. This position is expected to meet all grade submission deadlines.

Qualifications

Applicants will have a Master’s or PhD in Nursing, other health discipline or social science background with experience in qualitative research methods. They will also have a record that provides evidence of teaching effectiveness as an instructor or teaching assistant in a field relevant to the course in question. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and working knowledge of modern teaching methods and supporting tools. They will contribute to fostering an environment that promotes inclusivity and embodies values of respect, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and equity. Equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice are essential to academic excellence, as well as to fostering an inclusive community for voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval and will be governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Faculty Members.” Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The expected salary range for this position is $8,621.04 - $10,000 for the period of this appointment. 

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

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

Please forward your application to hr@nursing.ubc.ca with title "Application for Sessional Lecturer for NURS 280".  Submission deadline is 11:59 pm, October 25, 2024.

Applications should include:

1. A cover letter highlighting your interest and expertise in the particular course. 
2. A current CV including relevant educational background, teaching and research experience, and training, publications, and/or awards and qualifications for teaching.
3. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available
4. A statement describing your experience working with and supporting a diverse student body and your contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion on campus or within your discipline.
5. Names and full contact information of at least two referees able to speak to your teaching qualifications

UBC School of Nursing
T201 - 2211 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, B.C. V6T 2B5

For more information, please visit https://nursing.ubc.ca/