Instructor, Dietetics Core, Nutrition and Dietetics - Jobs in Valley, NS

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Acadia University is recognized as one of Canada’s premier undergraduate institutions. Academicinnovation and a technology-rich teaching and learning environment have garnered the universitya reputation for excellence. Our progressive workplace is located only one hour from Halifax inNova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley – a small-town setting offering an affordable lifestyle,outstanding recreational opportunities, internationally acclaimed restaurants, a healthy economy,and the best weather in the Atlantic Provinces.Acadia University is proudly located on Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People.Faculty of Pure & Applied ScienceSchool of Nutrition and DieteticsInstructor IPosition # 20712 - The School of Nutrition and Dietetics (SND) invites applications from qualifiedcandidates for a full-time position supporting our Dietetics Core, at the Instructor level commencingJuly 1, 2022.The School of Nutrition and Dietetics has a national reputation for excellence in Nutrition and Dieteticstraining, preparing students for practical training in programs nationwide, as well as our own PDEPaccredited practicum program with partners in Nova Scotia. For additional information on theNutrition and Dietetics program, please visit: http://nutrition.acadiau.ca/.The Instructor’s role will be to support the Dietetics program option and dietetic practicum program.This includes teaching two practice-related courses, supporting the coordination of student practicumplacements, supporting dietetic preceptors, supporting student attainment of entry level practicecompetencies, guiding practice-based research, and working closely with our faculty and preceptors tomeet and monitor accreditation requirements.Selection will be based on the candidate’s academic and professional qualifications, teachingexperience and involvement supporting a dietetics training program. A Master’s degree in Nutrition (ora related field) and ability to register as a Professional Dietitian (PDt) in Nova Scotia are required.Candidates with university-level teaching experience, at least five years of experience working indietetic practice, and those with experience supervising students during their practical training will beprioritized.We are seeking candidates familiar with the Integrated Competencies for Dietetic Education andPractice (ICDEP), the regulatory framework for the dietetic profession in Canada, and health systems inCanada. Demonstrated ability to teach skills related to subjects core to the ICDEPs, and in particular,skills and experiences related to professionalism and ethics, leadership, food and food systemsmanagement, and practice based research are considered strong assets. A demonstrated ability toparticipate in collaborative decision making, partnership development and maintenance are needed inthis role. Acadia and SND are committed to addressing issues of equity, diversity and inclusion.Demonstrable experience implementing strategies supporting this goal in education and training is anasset. Some travel within Nova Scotia may be required.Applications should include a) a cover letter summarizing relevant credentials and skills related to thejob advertisement, b) a curriculum vitae, and c) the names and contact information of three referees.Please submit these as one document to:Dr. Liesel Carlsson, Acting DirectorSchool of Nutrition and DieteticsAcadia UniversityP.O. Box 68Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6Tel: 902-585-1266liesel.carlsson@acadiau.caDeadline for applications: January 7, 2022The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanentresidents will be given priority. Acadia University is committed to employment equity and diversity inthe workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal people, African Nova Scotians, persons withdisabilities, visible minorities, women, and persons of any minority sexual orientation or genderidentity. Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment toa position is qualifications and professional excellence. Candidates who identify as a member of one ofthe afore-mentioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, are invited tosubmit the online Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their applicationpackage.The university will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, includingaccommodation that takes into account an applicants accessibility needs. If you requireaccommodation because of a disability or for any other reason during the interview process, pleasecontact: lynn.coleman@acadiau.caQuick Apply

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