Job Description

DescriptionThis position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the university, current Academic Teaching Staff are first notified of available positions and will receive first consideration in accordance with the terms of of the Academic Collective Agreement prior to considering external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.Salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the .Location - Work will primarily take place at North Campus, Edmonton. This role is hybrid, with a mix of remote and in-person.Working at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people \xe2\x80\x94 from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for the Faculty of NursingThe University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing is highly ranked, currently second in Canada and seventh internationally (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024). The University of Alberta was the first university in Canada to offer a PhD program in nursing and consistently provides excellent programming across undergraduate and graduate studies. Priorities of the faculty include:

• Providing students with exceptional learning activities
• Maintaining excellence in research through mentorship and support
• Enhancing the integration of teaching, research, and practice
• Infusing global citizenship into all aspects of nursing academia
• Fostering Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity and Indigeneity in teaching, research and practice

Further information about the Faculty of Nursing graduate programs is available .Working as a Sessional Lecturer in the Nurse Practitioner ProgramThe Graduate Office in the University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing has opportunities for teaching in the Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner program. Positions are offered by course, and seminars are offered during weekdays. Additional duties to support seminar time will be required and the successful candidate can complete those duties flexibly.A Lecturer under the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement shall be a scholar who:

• has teaching and/or teaching-related responsibilities as their primary academic responsibility, in this case within the Nurse Practitioner program;
• actively participates in the planning, delivery and evaluation of courses specified in a manner consistent with the curriculum and program plan established by the Faculty of Nursing Graduate Office; and
• shall demonstrate scholarship and remain current and competent in the discipline or profession.

Additionally, all applicants to this posting must be licensed Nurse Practitioners in Alberta and able to teach seminars in person on campus.The opportunity for secondment can be discussed and considered on an individual basis.Teaching opportunities are available for the Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2025 semesters.DutiesPrimary responsibility is teaching the assigned course/seminar within the Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner program.

• Confirming curricular alignment - the lecturer should ensure that course objectives are aligned with the course content and delivery plan.
• Supporting the learning and progression of students through the course by:

• acting as the first line of support for students
• fostering safe and supportive learning environments for all students
• developing relationships with students in order to support learner-centered teaching approaches
• communicating proactively and connecting students to supports as needed (Program Director, Faculty of Nursing services, staff, University resources)
• Actively engages with the Nurse Practitioner teaching team to ensure program cohesiveness by:

• attending Nurse Practitioner team meetings
• coordinating with the faculty members teaching program components within the same term
• participating in ongoing and end-of-semester course evaluation and improvement efforts, including contributing to the course and program report

QualificationsCandidates must have:

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta
• A Master\'s Degree in Nursing
• Active licensure as a Nurse Practitioner within Alberta
• Three years of Nurse Practitioner experience in a Canadian jurisdiction
• Current CPR certification.

Assets to the role are:

• Experience in a teaching/instructional role in a post-secondary or clinical setting.
• Facilitation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills and an ability to handle challenging student situations.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenization (EDII) approaches, and alignment with the Faculty\'s EDII strategy.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight July 31, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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