Assistant or Associate Professor (Teaching) - Faculty of Nursing

Position Description

The Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary, invites applications for one position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching, tenure track) or Associate Professor (Teaching, with tenure). The appointment will ideally commence July 1, 2027, or at a mutually agreeable date. Candidates will be assessed against the qualifications and requirements for the advertised rank(s) for which they may qualify.

Candidates must have either a Master’s Degree in Nursing or a Doctorate in Nursing or other related discipline (e.g., EdD) and must be eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta.

Applicants at the Assistant rank will be early career academics who have previous professional and teaching experiences in nursing academia or clinical practice. Applicants will have evidence or promise of teaching effectiveness or competency in teaching and learning (e.g., as part of a teaching dossier), an awareness of how to apply scholarly approaches to teaching and learning practices, participation in reflective practice, and professional learning activities related to teaching and learning. The rank of Assistant Professor (Teaching) requires engagement in the research and scholarship required to maintain currency in pedagogy and curriculum design as well as engaging in other scholarly professional or creative activities that strengthens and informs the academic staff member’s knowledge base and expertise.

Applicants at the Associate rank will be mid-career academics with clear evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., as part of a teaching dossier), a demonstrated ability to apply scholarly approaches to teaching and learning and student engagement, experience designing student learning experiences and assessment strategies, and engage in scholarly, professional, or creative activities that inform and expand the academic staff member’s knowledge base as an Associate Professor (Teaching). Applicants will have evidence of implementing innovative teaching strategies that support student learning and have demonstrated ability to create respectful and inclusive learning environments that promote student engagement.

The successful appointees will also have experience in a variety of modalities including classroom, clinical and simulation.

The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Calgary aims to be world leaders in women’s health. Candidates at either rank must have a demonstrated scholarly focus on women’s health within their particular area of specialization. Particular areas of interest for the faculty under the women’s health umbrella include:

• Menstrual and sexual health
• Menopause and healthy ageing
• Women’s heart health
• Mis/dis information
• Chronic pain
• Mental health and reproductive transitions
• Indigenous women’s health
• Black and racialized women’s health
• Innovation in women’s health

Position Responsibilities

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching and learning across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. Responsibilities will include classroom, clinical, and simulation-based instruction; course coordination and curriculum development; student assessment, feedback, and mentorship; and the implementation of evidence-informed and innovative teaching practices. The appointee will engage in scholarship related to teaching and learning, maintain currency in pedagogy and curriculum design, and contribute to the advancement of nursing education. The successful candidate will participate in Faculty and University service activities and foster respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environments. The candidate will also contribute to the Faculty's strategic focus on women's health through their teaching, scholarship, and academic service.

Further details about Teaching Professoriate ranks can be found at: https://www.ucalgary.ca/hr/sites/default/files/teams/239/gfc-academic-staff-criteria-processes-handbook-2025.pdf (July 1, 2025 GFC Academic Staff Criteria and Processes Handbook)

A complete application should be submitted in a single pdf, and include the following:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae including the names and contact information for three referees;
• Statement of teaching philosophy/teaching dossier;
• Statement outlining your program of scholarship, particularly as it pertains to Women’s Health; and
• Brief description of present and aspiring contributions to the field of nursing education and contributions to the advancement of nursing education.

Information about the Faculty of Nursing can be found at our website: http://nursing.ucalgary.ca/.

Interested individuals should apply online via the https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/18159165-assistant-or-associate-professor-teaching-faculty-of-nursing link and applications should be addressed to:

Dr. Catherine Laing, Professor and Dean
Faculty of Nursing
University of Calgary

Applicants are encouraged to apply by September 25, 2026, however the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding diversity EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.