Health Sciences - Replacement Assistant Professor (Nursing)

As part of a major expansion of its educational programs in the School of Nursing, the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa invites applications for Replacement Professor at the Rank of Assistant Professor.

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s capital.

Title of the position: Replacement professor at the rank of assistant professor. 

Duties: Academic staff functions include: Teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Terms: Replacement professor for a two-year contract with possibility of renewal.

Wage: Salary scale for an assistant professor starts at $99, 377 (as of May 1, 2025)

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability leave, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, a pension plan and optional life insurance.

Location of work: School of Nursing, University of Ottawa, 200 Lees Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Contact information: Professor Brandi Vanderspank, Director, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ottawa ON, K1N 6N5. [email protected]. Telephone: 613-562-5426

Skills requirements:

• Education: PhD or equivalent in Nursing.
• Work experience:
  • Demonstrated track record in undergraduate and graduate-level teaching and training and experience in interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Excellent communication skills in either French or English. French-English bilingualism is an asset.
• Member in good standing of the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Application: Candidates should include the following in their application:

• A cover letter, including a statement on the level of bilingualism as well as, equity, diversity, and inclusion philosophy and concrete practices.
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae (please include any personal circumstances and/or career interruptions such as parental or sick leaves that may have impacted your teaching trajectory; these will be taken into consideration in the selection process).
• A statement of teaching philosophy.
• The names of three people who may be contacted by the University for letters of reference.

Application deadline: May 21, 2025.

More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers portal.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minority members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.

In accordance with government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by emailing the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at [email protected]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 175-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.