"Academic Associate in Nursing"

Tracking Code:req1766
Faculty/Department:Faculty of Health Sciences
Appointment Type:Teaching Faculty
Number of Positions:1
Salary Grade:Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement
Posting Date: October 10, 2025
Application Review Date:November 24, 2025 or until a suitable applicant has been found (7:00 pm EST)

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, is proud to encourage an interactive, information-sharing culture for our individual staff, and teams which enhance organizational effectiveness. Ontario Tech’s innovative programs, and technology-enriched learning environment create an atmosphere of academic excellence. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

The Faculty of Health Sciences invites applications, from qualified individuals, for an Academic Associate position in the field of Nursing. This position is subject to budgetary approval, and would start on January 1, 2026, or as soon as it is filled.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate level in the Nursing Program. Ontario Tech is a technology-enhanced learning environment, and the candidate shall be expected to have skills in the integration of technology into teaching and to model those skills in their own teaching in the University’s web-centric and mobile learning environment.

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Nursing [BScN] and a Master’s degree in Nursing or in a related field. As well, applicants for this position must be Registered Nurses (in the Regular or Extended class) and hold and maintain current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario entitling them to practice, with no restrictions. A PhD (or equivalent) in Nursing or a relevant health sciences field would be considered an asset.

The preferred candidate will be able to teach in one or more of the following domains: Acute and Chronic Care Nursing (medical-surgical nursing, clinical education, health assessment, medication administration), Mental Health Nursing, and Nursing Theory. In addition, experience with simulation-based learning and/or practicum/clinical oversight would be an asset.

Applicants should possess a strong academic background and demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions[1] . In addition, candidates should possess excellent English language skills demonstrating an ability to ensure strong, two-way communications on an ongoing basis that contribute to collaborative/collegial relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the community at large.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 70% Teaching, 20% Service and 10% Other workload each year.

The Faculty of Health Sciences offers a 4-year collaborative BScN program and a 3-year Advanced Entry RPN to BScN Program [with Durham College]. This is in addition to undergraduate honours degrees across a number of other health programs [BAHSc; BSc; BHA; medical laboratory sciences, kinesiology] as well as MSc and PhD programs and a MScN program]. Information about the Faculty of Health Sciences can be found at https://healthsciences.ontariotechu.ca/index.php

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association. The UOIT Faculty Association collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Review of applications will begin on November 24, 2025 or until a suitable applicant has been found. Applicants should submit in electronic format (as a single pdf file) a covering letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a statement of teaching interests/experience; evidence of high quality teaching; and the names of three referees through the Ontario Tech website.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Expected Start Date: 1/1/2026
Link to apply: https://ontariotechu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1766?c=ontariotechu