SEASIDE 2025 MARI 3627.03: Biology & Conservation of Sharks, Skates & Rays, Section 2 – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching the field and lab intensive MARI 3627.03, “Biology and Conservation of Sharks, Skates and Rays”. The course will be offered in person during the Summer session, August 14 – August 30, 2025, Monday through Saturday, 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, labs, field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping field-related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

BIOL 1020: Introductory Biology I – Summer  2025

The instructor is responsible for the administration and online delivery of BIOL 1020 (Introductory Biology I: Cells, Genetics, and Evolution) during the summer of 2025, including content introduction and review in the form of webcasts and/or posts to an online discussion board, assisting students on an individual basis via e-mail and web conferences, managing teaching assistants, administering on-campus examinations, and submitting grades. The instructor will be required to travel to the Truro campus to supervise exams during the term.

The position reports to the Chair of the Department. For more information about BIOL 1020, please visit https://biol102021.wordpress.com. All instructors hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

The candidate should have a graduate degree or equivalent academic experience in Biology, and experience in the learning management system used at Dalhousie University (Brightspace) or be willing to attend training sessions prior to the start of the course. Candidates must have a strong background and interest in teaching, good communication skills, and ability to work as a team member. Additional training or experience in online learning and web technologies are assets. First time applicants must provide the names of two referees.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3682.03: Tropical Marine Biology – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be co-instructing BIOL 3682.03, “Tropical Marine Biology”, with the course’s primary instructor. The course will be offered in the Spring session from April 28 – May 20, 2025, Monday through Sunday, approx. 0935-1555. The field trip for this course is a 10-day international trip to Belize. Responsibilities include teaching lectures and labs, planning the field trip, test preparation, and evaluation of tests, assignments, and reports. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus and on the field trip. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates with previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. A valid passport and the ability to travel to Belize. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

BIOL 1021: Introductory Biology II – Summer 2025

The instructor is responsible for the administration and online delivery of BIOL 1021 (Introductory Biology II: Organismal Biology and Ecology) during the Summer of 2025, including content introduction and review in the form of webcasts and/or posts to an online discussion board, assisting students on an individual basis via e-mail and web conferences, managing teaching assistants, administering on-campus examinations, and submitting grades. The part-time academic will also be required to travel to the Truro campus to supervise exams.

The position reports to the Chair of the Department. For more information about BIOL 1021, please visit https://biol102021.wordpress.com. All instructors hired to teach online will be supported by Dalhousie to develop and deliver their courses from the Centre for Learning and Teaching (clt@dal.ca) and Academic Technology Services (support@dal.ca). More information about preparing to teach online can be found at https://www.dal.ca/dept/clt.html.

The candidate should have a graduate degree or equivalent academic experience in Biology, and experience in the learning management system used at Dalhousie University (Brightspace) or be willing to attend training sessions prior to the start of the course. Candidates must have a strong background and interest in teaching, good communication skills, and ability to work as a team member. Additional training or experience in online learning and web technologies are assets. First time applicants must provide the names of two referees.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3626.03: Field Studies of Marine Mammals – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching the field and lab intensive BIOL/MARI 3626.03, “Field Studies of Marine Mammals”. The course will be offered in person during the Summer session, August 14 – 31st, 2025, Monday through Saturday, approx. 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time instructor will be responsible for students at all times of day for 5 days while off campus on a field trip. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping field-related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 MARI 3627.03: Biology & Conservation of Sharks, Skates & Rays, Section 2 – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching the field and lab intensive MARI 3627.03, “Biology and Conservation of Sharks, Skates and Rays”. The course will be offered in person during the Summer session, August 14 – August 30, 2025, Monday through Saturday, 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, labs, field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping field-related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 MARI 3650.03: Ocean Technology for the Observation and Conversation of Marine Species – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching the field and lab intensive MARI 3650.03, “Ocean Technology for the Observation and Conversation of Marine Species”. The course will be offered during the Summer session, August 14 – August 30, 2025, Monday through Friday, approx. 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping field-related expenses within the approved budget. In addition, the part-time academic may be asked to drive students in vehicles rented by the university. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL/MARI 3680.03: Scientific Diving Methods in Ecology – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL/MARI 3680.03, “Scientific Diving Methods in Ecology”. The course will be offered in the summer session, July 25th – August 11th, 2025, Monday through Sunday, approx. 0805-1725. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. The position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Must be a certified scuba diver. Contact the Dalhousie Diving Officer, John Lindley (John.Lindley@dal.ca) for additional requirements.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 MARI 3627.03: Biology & Conservation of Sharks, Skates & Rays, Section 1 – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching the field and lab intensive MARI 3627.03, “Biology and Conservation of Sharks, Skates and Rays”. The course will be offered in person during the Summer session, July 25 – August 13, 2025, Monday through Saturday, 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, labs, field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping field-related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3633.03: Spatial Information and GIS in Ecology – Summer 2025
(2 – 0.5 positions)The part-time academics will be responsible for teaching BIOL/ENVS/GEOG / MARI 3633.03, “Spatial Information and GIS in Ecology”. The course will be offered in the Summer session, June 19 – July 3, 2025, Monday through Sunday, approx. 0835-1625. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, labs, field trip planning, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. Field trips in the class have included overnight camping trips. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within this budget; and evaluation of student work, including the project presentations. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3221: Diversity of Algae – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for delivering the lectures and laboratory components of BIOL 3221.03, “Diversity of Algae”. This course is part of the SEASIDE program and will be offered in the summer session, May 14 – June 1, 2025, Monday through Sunday, approx. 1005-1725. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, labs, test preparation, planning field trips, hiring/supervising TA’s and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3328.03:  Medical Entomology – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL 3328.03, “Medical Entomology”. The course will be offered in the summer session, May 15 – May 30, 2025, Monday through Saturday, approx. 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, test preparation, planning field trips and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. The position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3327.03: Entomology – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL 3327.03, “Entomology”. The course will be offered in the summer session, June 2 – June 17, 2025, Monday through Saturday, approx. 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, test preparation, planning field trips and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3622.03: Ornithology – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL 3622.03, “Ornithology”. The course will be offered in the summer session from June 18 – July 4, 2025, Monday through Sunday, approx. 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, labs, planning field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The field trip for this course has involved a camping trip spanning up to 8 days. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 2601/3219: Flora of Nova Scotia – Summer 2025

(2 – 0.5 positions)

The part-time academics will be responsible for co-teaching the field and lab intensive BIOL2601.03/BIOL 3219.03, “Flora of Nova Scotia”. The course will be offered during the Summer session, July 5 – 23, 2025, Monday through Saturday, approx. 0905-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, field trips, test preparation, and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academics will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping field-related expenses within the approved budget. In addition, the part-time academics may be asked to drive students in vehicles rented by the university. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

(SEASIDE 2025 BIOL/MARI 3635.03: Species at Risk) – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL/MARI 3635.03, “Species at Risk”. The course will be offered in the summer session, June 2 – June 17, 2025, Monday through Sunday, approx. 0805-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, test preparation, planning field trips and evaluation of tests and reports. The fieldwork for this course can include a 7 – 10 day camping trip. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Dr. Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3639.03: Herpetology – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL 3639.03, “Herpetology”. The course will be offered in the Summer session, June 2 – June 17, 2025, Monday through Saturday, approx. 0835-1655. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, test preparation, planning field trips and evaluation of tests and reports. Field trips for this course have included overnight camping trips. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

(SEASIDE 2025 BIOL 3630.03: Field Methods in Animal Behavior) – Summer 2025

The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching BIOL 3630.03, “Field Methods in Animal Behaviour”. The course will be offered in the summer session, April 28 – May 13, 2025, Monday through Saturday, approx. 0835-1625. Responsibilities include all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, test preparation, planning field trips and evaluation of tests and reports. The part-time academic will also be responsible for preparing a budget in consultation with the program director and keeping related expenses within the approved budget. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates in preparation for the course and marking assignments. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

A graduate degree in Biology or related field and research experience directly related to the topic of the course. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a Ph.D. and/or previous university teaching experience in the subject of the course. Applications should include a letter, up-to-date C.V., and first-time applicants should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as summary of relevant course evaluations). Please contact Jennifer Frail-Gauthier (jfrail@dal.ca) before applying if you have any questions about the position.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

The instructor will be giving lectures examining animal behaviour from an evolutionary perspective. Why do animals do what they do? Using the theory of natural selection as a basis, he/she will examine foraging, grouping patterns, territorial behaviour, parenting, mating behavior, social organization, aggression and co-operation. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.

The applicants will have an advanced degree in biology and have prior, recent teaching experience in the field of behavioural ecology and demonstrated ability to lecture to over 100 undergraduate students. First-time applicants to the Department of Biology must provide the names of two references.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

(0.5 FTE) The instructor will be responsible for the Ethics section of BIOL 3037, Life Rewritten: Gene Editing for Winter 2025. Life Rewritten introduces students to gene editing and synthetic biology tools (eg. CRISPR) as well as both current and future applications of those tools for conservation, medicine, and food production. This course empowers students to develop informed opinions about the ethics of using such tools in science and society. The responsibilities of the instructor may include preparation of the course syllabus and lectures, evaluation of students, and, if applicable, supervision of teaching assistants. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.

The applicants will have at minimum an undergraduate degree in Biology, or in a related discipline, as well as substantive, graduate level coursework in ethics and/or philosophy of science. Previous, recent teaching experience in the related discipline (e.g. bioethics) and demonstrated ability to lecture to a class of undergraduate students would be a definite asset. First time applicants must provide the names of two referees.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

 (BIOL 2030: Genetics and Molecular Biology – Fall 2024)

The Department of Biology invites applications for instructors to teach two of three units in our BIOL2030, Genetics and Molecular Biology course during the Fall 2024 term. Not only are we looking for applicants with a strong knowledge of the unit subject matter, but also in active learning techniques as some of the in-person lecture times may be used for active learning rather than traditional lectures. Applicants should be prepared to provide examples of interactive activities to support group learning, peer instruction, discussion, and other types of active learning. Additional responsibilities for this position may include assisting individual students, some related administration, course evaluation, and supervision of Teaching Assistants. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. This position reports to the Chair of the department.

The applicants will have an advanced degree in biology. Previous, recent teaching experience (classroom and or laboratory) in the related discipline would be a definite asset. First time applicants must provide the names of two referees.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

BIOL 3322: Parasitology – Fall 2024 (2 positions)

The instructor(s) are responsible for lectures, and coordinating the laboratory component for Biology 3322.03 of the class during the Fall 2024 term; assisting students on an individual basis; general administration of the classes (handling student issues, submitting grades, hiring/supervising TA’s, etc.); and invigilating tests and examinations. The part-time academic should expect to spend considerable time before and after the official course dates preparing and marking. Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus, or out on field trips if appropriate. The position(s) reports to the Chair of the Department.

The applicants will have an advanced degree in biology. Previous, recent teaching experience (classroom and or laboratory) in the related discipline would be a definite asset. First time applicants must provide the names of two referees.

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

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.