Job Description

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The School of Applied Sciences and Technology has an opening for a full-time salaried Instructor in the Biomedical Engineering Technology program. A candidate for this position should be an energetic leader of students, have well developed communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, be committed to student motivation and achievement, work independently within established policies, be dedicated to a service model, and work cooperatively as a team member.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present courses in both classroom and lab settings
• Organize and supervise practical assignments
• Conduct student evaluations and maintain progress records
• Seek regular feedback from students and staff on instructional effectiveness and relevance
• Participate in course review, program review and curriculum development.
• Maintain contact with relevant industries
• Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students and colleagues
• Develop, select and revise course material and curriculum on an ongoing basis to ensure relevancy to industry standards and to maximize student success
• Coordination of student practicum, tours and equipment loans
• Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge in several of the following topical areas is essential: Critical care monitoring, surgical equipment, data networking in clinical environments, dialysis, women\'s health, biomedical instrumentation application and management, PC repair and networking, basic electronics, digital and analog circuits, x-ray systems, ultrasound imaging, CT and MR systems.
• Experience with and demonstrated enthusiasm for prototyping electromechanical systems including power conversion and regulation, input transducer signal conditioning, output power driver and motor systems, imbedded microcontroller interfacing, programming microcontrollers using Arduino, and programming graphical user interfaces using Processing
• Experience with and demonstrated enthusiasm for 3D modeling and 3D printing

Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with a related advanced Engineering degree (masters) or applicable Technology diploma, with several years of industry experience
• Several years\' experience as a Biomedical Technologist in a clinical setting
• Previous instructional experience or seminar course presentations would be a definite asset

Remuneration: Will commensurate with education and experience - $2,462.86 - $4,284.34 biweekly PLUS a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - NASA Instructor)

This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

NOTE: Candidates selected for an interview will be required to do a teaching demonstration (5-8 minutes) on any topic covered in any of the programs

About NAIT

At NAIT, people matter.

We\'re proud to have been named one of for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to and are a proud partner of the and Pride at Work Canada. NAIT is committed to advancing equity and cultivating inclusion throughout the hiring process. We especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Indigenous people, Black and racialized people, gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQIA+ and women) people, immigrants, and people with disabilities.

What we offer

We\'ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year\'s, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Health and safety

You can find the latest information on NAIT\'s response to COVID-19 at

Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the (IQAS)

Accommodations

NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don\'t hesitate to advise if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at

We thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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