LECTURER IN HEALTH SCIENCES AND RESEARCH METHODS

At the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community outreach lies Simon Fraser University (SFU), Canada’s top-ranked comprehensive university. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbia’s largest municipalities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – our students, faculty and staff are privileged to live, work and play on the traditional unceded territories of the
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil- Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen Peoples.

Consistently ranked as one of Canada’s top employers, SFU is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion and the pursuit of decolonization, indigenization, and reconciliation. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision. It pledges SFU to foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably.
Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

SFU is in Metro Vancouver, rated one of North America’s most livable areas. It offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a collegial and vibrant work environment.

About the Faculty
FHS was created in 2005 with a mission to improve the health of individuals and
populations and reduce health inequities through excellence in interdisciplinary research and education, in partnership with local, national, and global communities, and with a commitment to social justice. FHS is committed to improving our understanding of Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI) as fundamental determinants of health.

The successful candidate will be supported by collegial, interdisciplinary faculty who employ various approaches to understanding complex biological and societal relationships contributing to health. The successful candidate will join a diverse and dynamic team of more than 50 multidisciplinary faculty members and will be able to engage with and teach undergraduate students in the BA/BSc programs and graduate students in MPH/MSc/PhD programs.

FHS is committed to creating an inclusive educational environment with supportive student-focused mentorship and learning. We maintain collaborative agreements and partnerships with the BC government, regional health authorities, research centres, and provincial, national, and international health and research agencies. Our community- engaged research and teaching are exciting, inclusive, and at the forefront of interdisciplinary health and health equity work.

The Opportunity
The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) at Simon Fraser University (SFU) invites applications for a full-time continuing Lecturer position at the Burnaby campus. The Faculty seeks outstanding candidates with proven track records of teaching and developing courses, including foundations of health sciences and research methods.

Lecturers are an integral part of the FHS. They contribute to the academic mission of teaching, preparing Health Sciences students for various health-related careers and graduate studies, and contribute to pedagogical leadership. Lecturers fully participate in the administration of the faculty and have voting rights, such as tenure-track faculty, on all faculty and university issues. Analogous to tenure-track faculty, Lecturers can be promoted to Senior Lecturer and University Lecturer ranks, and they can apply for paid study leaves for career advancement and professional development. A typical Lecturer appointment is split into 80% teaching and 20% service.

Our priority is to find a candidate to teach:
HSCI 120 – Introduction to Human Sexuality and Sexual Behavior
HSCI 130 – Foundations of Health Science
HSCI 207 – Research Methods in Health Sciences
Additionally, the ideal candidate would be able to teach one or more of the following 400-level courses:
HSCI 449 – Community and Health Service
HSCI 481 – Senior Seminar in Social Health Science
HSCI 483 – Senior Seminar in Environmental Health
HSCI 484 – Senior Seminar in Population Health Research HSCI 485 – Senior Seminar in Mental Health and Addictions HSCI 486 – Senior Seminar in Global Health
HSCI 495 – Applied Health Science Project

The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:

• Teaching and updating assigned courses.
• Developing new courses as directed.
• Supervision of directed studies and honours students.
• Supervision of and collaboration with teaching assistants.
• Contribute actively to building a vibrant culture in the Faculty, with service contributions to areas such as:
o Curriculum development.
o Discussions on teaching and learning.
o Supporting instructors in academic integrity and student conduct.
o Student recruitment and community outreach.
o REDI.
o Student liaison.

An ideal candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications:

• The successful candidate must have a PhD by the employment start date; however, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired. The doctoral degree will provide:
o A solid foundation in health sciences, understanding how health, illness, and disease are defined, measured, and influenced across populations.
o Proficiency in research methodologies, both quantitative and qualitative. The candidate should have experience designing and conducting research, with expertise in mixed methods, research ethics, data collection, and analysis.
• Academic or other professional experience in teaching and developing courses.
• Demonstrated experience in evidence-based pedagogy.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and group management skills.
• Evidence of teaching with a commitment to REDI

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Lecturer rank is $98,340 – $114,241 (subject to experience).

How to Apply
Applicants should submit a single PDF containing:

• A maximum 2-page cover letter that addresses the scope of the job requirements as detailed in the section titled “The Opportunity.”
• A curriculum vitae
• A maximum 1-page statement on REDI detailing:

1. Your positionality and how it relates to your contributions to REDI.
2. A description of your understanding of why REDI is essential in teaching, mentorship, and service.
3. A record of your contributions to REDI activities to date.
4. Specific goals and plans for advancing REDI at SFU.

• A condensed teaching dossier consisting of

A maximum 5-page teaching narrative detailing:

1. The courses you have instructed, content descriptions, class sizes, and formats.
2. Your teaching philosophy, including learning theories and assessment methods.
3. Professional development and impact on teaching.
4. Examples of educational creativity implemented in the classroom.
5. Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and mentorship.
6. A summary of your efforts in fostering REDI within the learning environment.
Example teaching materials, including:
1. A syllabus sample.
2. An example assignment with instructions and grading rubric.
3. An example of classroom materials (e.g., lecture slide deck).
4. Any other materials supporting the candidate’s teaching record
• The names and email address of 3 references All applications should be submitted by email to:
Dr. Nienke van Houten
Chair, Lecturer Recruitment Committee Faculty of Health Sciences
Simon Fraser University 8888 University Drive
Burnaby, BC, Canada, V5A 1S6 Email: fhs_recruit@sfu.ca

Priority will be given to complete applications received by October 18, 2024, although applications received after that date may be considered. The position is subject to funding availability and approval by the SFU Board of Governors. Any inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to fhs_recruit@sfu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

SFU offers several benefits and services to create a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Services page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations, please contact the Specialist, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Faculty Relations.

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