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Assistant Professor, School of Nursing & Midwifery - (996983.3)
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Job Title
Assistant Professor, School of Nursing & Midwifery
Requisition #
996983.3
Job Type
Permanent (for any group)
Union or Employee Group
MRFA
Classification
Position End Date (if applicable)
Location:
Posting
About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Today, Mount Royal offers 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors, along with a wide range of diploma and certificate options. We boast a diverse community with nearly 16,000 credit students, more than 5,500 non-credit students and about 1,700 employees.
Mount Royal is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina, and the Iyarhe Nakoda. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, we are known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Learn more atmru.ca/AcademicPlan .
We are committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
About the Faculty of Health, Community, and Education
The Faculty of Health, Community and Education comprises the School of Nursing and Midwifery and three departments, Health and Physical Education, Education, and Child Studies and Social Work and offers a variety of degree, diploma, and certificate programs. Mount Royal University's Faculty of Health, Community and Education programs prepare you for challenging and rewarding work in rapidly growing sectors. Join others in contributing to healthy, supportive communities and making a difference — A paat tsi kani takiiks (those that create sparks). To learn more about the Faculty of Health, Community and Education, refer to our 2024 strategic plan, Ani to pisi (spiderweb) .
The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers the following programs: Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, and post-basic programs, including Bridge to Canadian Nursing and Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing Certificate.
About the Role
The School of Nursing and Midwifery invites applications for 1 full-time Tenure Track position which will commence July 1, 2024 at the rank of Assistant Professor.
The successful applicant must at minimum be qualified to teach all introductory-level nursing courses and be prepared to actively participate in program and curriculum development. Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise in adult health acute care (medical/surgical) and/or recognized simulation credentials and experience with simulation education.
New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) has a focus on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) has a focus on teaching and service only. There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.
The successful candidate(s) will have:
A minimum of Master’s degree in nursing with PhD degree or PhD near completion preferred
A minimum of three years’ experience in their declared area of expertise
Registered or eligible for registration with CRNA
Immunizations for the practice area (including Alberta Health Services) are required
In addition, any of the following would be considered an asset:
Experience in curriculum redesign
Demonstrated commitment to enhancing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA)
Experience in teaching pathophysiology and adult health
Medical/surgical acute care teaching experience
Medical/surgical acute care clinical experience (minimum 5 years)
Experience with simulation as a teaching strategy
Experience developing and supporting simulation educational strategies
Key faculty responsibilities include:
Collaborating effectively with full-time and contract faculty members on curriculum development and program refinement
Remaining current in areas of teaching responsibility and maintaining awareness of emerging trends in evidence-informed practice.
Contributing to the program, School, Faculty, university, and broader nursing community through various levels of service-related activities
For further information, contact Dr. Sandra Goldsworthy, Chair, School of Nursing and Midwifery at sgoldsworthy@mtroyal.ca.
What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.
At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.
Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.
Closing Date: Posting will remain open until we find our preferred candidate(s). We will begin our application review process as of May 9, 2024.
If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request.
A complete dossier should be submitted including curriculum vitae, list of three (3) references, evidence of teaching excellence, and, if the teaching/ scholarship/ service (TSS) pattern is desirable, evidence of intent to pursue a research program. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).
If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally eligible to work in Canada will be given priority. Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. For more information, please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.
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