Part Time Academic Instructor - Rankin School of Nursing (NURS 303)
Part Time Academic Instructor - Rankin School of Nursing (NURS 303)
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Rankin School of Nursing Faculty of Science
Part-Time Academic Instructor (NURS 303)
The Rankin School of Nursing invites applications for a part-time Academic Instructor to teach (3 credits) NURS 303 (Indigenous Perspectives of Health and Healing) in the winter term of the 2025-2026 academic year. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
Disrupting the dominant settler narrative this course centers Indigenous voices and epistemologies as it explores the strength resilience and innovation of Indigenous Peoples. Indigenous worldviews of wellness and (w)holistic conceptualizations of health are considered as we enter relational spaces in the context of equity informed healthcare. This course will be framed around the presence of Indigenous Elders/Knowledge Holders culturally responsive pedagogies and grounded with opportunities for land-based & Treaty informed learning.
Course Number and Title:NURS 303 Indigenous Perspectives of Health and Healing
Start and End Dates: January 1 2026 to April 30 2026
Class Schedule:Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Delivery Mode:In-person on campus
Duties
Part-Time Academic Instructor positions involve the normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course including but not limited to preparation and delivery of course content; development administration and marking of assignments tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; and holding regular office hours.
Qualifications
We seek candidates familiar with the Indigenous worldviews of wellness and holistic conceptualization of health. This course is framed around the presence of Indigenous/Knowledge Holders culturally responsive pedagogies and grounded with opportunities for land-based and Treaty informed learning.
Candidates should have a PhD or Masters degree with significant experience in the course area. Relevant teaching experience at the undergraduate level is an asset.
Application Instructions
Consideration of applications will commence on June 16 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply please submit your cover letter resume and three referenceselectronically to:
Dr. Amy Hallaran
Associate Dean Rankin School of Nursing
St. Francis Xavier University
PO Box 5000
Antigonish NS B2G 2W5
St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mikmaki the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq People.
Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including Indigenous persons (especially Mikmaq) racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians) persons with disabilities those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact People and Culture at or .
About St. Francis Xavier University
Established in 1853 St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of todays undergraduates through providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching exceptional hands-on research opportunities and global exchanges -- all within Canadas most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here the focus is on the academic and the personal development of every student making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life determined to make a positive impact on the world. In 2022 Macleans annual university rankings put StFX #1 in student satisfaction and #2 in reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category. For more visit .
About Antigonish Nova Scotia
The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music performing arts visual arts and crafts and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year. For more information visit .
Employment Type
Part-Time
