Casual teaching position in pre-clinic and clinic settings in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director.

Casual teaching position in preclinical radiology in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director. DEHY 3018 – Applied PeriodonticsI – Fall 2025/Winter 2026.
Building on the foundational knowledge of the periodontics course given in first year, this course provides a comprehensive overview of essential periodontal concepts with a focus on the dental hygienist’s role in periodontics. This includes, but is not limited to, such topics as: nonsurgical periodontal therapy, maintenance of the periodontal patient and periodontal surgical concepts for the dental hygienist. Course material will be presented through in-person lectures.

This appointment will run Sept 2, 2025 – April 17, 2026.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.

Casual teaching position in preclinical radiology in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director. DEHY 2822 – Oral Anatomy – Fall 2025.This course introduces the student to basic dental terminology, anatomy and morphology of primary and permanent teeth, tooth identification and differentiation. It also includes the study of eruption patterns, occlusion relationships and basic dental histology. Course material will be presented through in person lectures, in-person small group activities and in person laboratory sessions.

This appointment will run Sept 2, 2025 – December 15, 2025.

Must possess a current practicing license as a registered dental hygienist in Nova Scotia. Must possess current CPR (BLS) certification. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Must possess a Bachelor degree. Must have completed coursework or certificate in teaching methodology.

Qualified applicants with previous experience teaching in the Dalhousie University School of Dental Hygiene will be given preference. Strong preference will be given to those with prior experience in didactic teaching in Oral Anatomy and Dental Histology. Hiring will be done in accordance with precedence as per the CUPEcollective agreement.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.

Casual teaching position in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director. DEHY2805 Periodontics – Winter 2026.This course presents the basic clinical, histologic and radiographic parameters needed for the assessment of normal and diseased periodontal structures. Likewise, this course also covers the microbiologic and histopathologic changes associated with the initiation of gingivitis and its progression to the various stages/grades of periodontitis. Finally, the course deals with the cellular interpretation of the clinical response of the periodontium to the initial phase of treatment. Course material will be presented through in-person lectures.

This appointment will run January 2, 2026 – April 17, 2026.

Must possess a current practicing license as a registered dental hygienist in Nova Scotia. Must possess current CPR (BLS) certification. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Must possess a Bachelor degree. Must have completed coursework or certificate in teaching methodology.

Qualified applicants with previous experience teaching in the Dalhousie University School of Dental Hygiene will be given preference. Previous experience in the didactic teaching of Periodontics is required. Hiring will be done in accordance with precedence as per the CUPE collective agreement.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.

Casual teaching position in pre-clinic and clinic settings in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director.

For year 1 students, the DEHY 2831 Fundamentals of Clinical Dental Hygiene and DEHY 3001 Dental Hygiene Hygiene Clinic – Fall/Winter 2025-26 courses provide an introduction to the knowledge, concepts, and skills necessary to understand and practice clinical dental hygiene utilizing the process of dental hygiene care. This process of care involves five phases: assessment, dental hygiene diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This competency-based course sets the expectation that the student will master specified didactic material from its companion course (DEHY 2812 Fundamentals of Clinical Dental Hygiene Theory) as well as pre-clinical and clinical competencies. In year 2, the clinical application of skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care. Students will use the dental hygiene process of care: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation during supervised patient care in a clinical setting.

This appointment will run August 25, 2025 – April 17, 2026.

Must possess a current practicing license as a registered dental hygienist in Nova Scotia. Must possess current CPR (BLS) certification. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Must possess a Bachelor degree. Must have completed coursework or certificate in teaching methodology.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.

Casual teaching position in preclinical radiology in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director. DEHY 2829 – Radiology I – Fall 2025/Winter 2026 course includes the technical and theoretical aspects of dental radiography, the hazards and safety of radiation, as well as interpretation of radiographic images for dental hygiene care. Course material will be presented through lectures, small group activities and laboratory sessions. Laboratory sessions will include a “hands on” portion that allows students to take dental images using prototype heads. The principles of digital imaging will be implemented and students will use this technology to complete practical assignments.

This appointment will run Sept 2, 2025 – April 17, 2026.

Must possess a current practising license as a registered dental hygienist in Nova Scotia. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Must hold current CPR (BLS) certification. Must possess a Bachelor degree. Must have completed coursework or certificate in teaching methodology. Preference will be given to those with previous experience in preclinical and didactic teaching experience in the subject of radiology.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.

DEHY 2832 – Fundamentals of Clinical Dental Hygiene II – Summer 2025

Casual teaching position in pre-clinic and clinic settings in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director.

For year 1 students, these courses provide an introduction to the knowledge, concepts, and skills necessary to understand and practice clinical dental hygiene utilizing the process of dental hygiene care. This process of care involves five phases: assessment, dental hygiene diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This competency-based course sets the expectation that the student will master specified didactic material from its companion course (DEHY 2812 Fundamentals of Clinical Dental Hygiene Theory) as well as pre-clinical and clinical competencies. In year 2, the clinical application of skills and knowledge to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care. Students will use the dental hygiene process of care: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation during supervised patient care in a clinical setting.

This appointment will run May 5 – June 27, 2024.

Must possess a current practicing license as a registered dental hygienist in Nova Scotia. Must possess current CPR (BLS) certification. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Must possess a Bachelor degree. Must have completed coursework or certificate in teaching methodology.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.

DEHY 2830 – Radiology II – Summer 2025

Casual teaching position in preclinical radiology in the undergraduate Dental Hygiene programs as assigned by the Director. This course includes the technical and theoretical aspects of dental radiography, the hazards and safety of radiation, as well as interpretation of radiographic images for dental hygiene care. Course material will be presented through lectures, small group activities and laboratory sessions. Laboratory sessions will include a “hands on” portion that allows students to take dental images using prototype heads. The principles of digital imaging will be implemented and students will use this technology to complete practical assignments.

This appointment will run May 5 – June 27, 2025.

Must possess a current practising license as a registered dental hygienist in Nova Scotia. Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Must hold current CPR (BLS) certification. Must possess a Bachelor degree. Must have completed coursework or certificate in teaching methodology. Preference will be given to those with previous experience in preclinical and didactic teaching experience in the subject of radiology.

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 Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups 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.