The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) invites applications for a tenure-track position in the School of Nursing at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a proposed starting date of July 1, 2024. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship.

This position is focused on teaching in the MScN Family Nurse Practitioner Program, and can be situated at any campus: Prince George, South-Central (Quesnel), Peace River-Liard (Fort St. John) or Northwest (Terrace). The position of Assistant Professor offers an opportunity for a scholar and advanced practice nurse to support growth in the MScN-FNP program. The Assistant Professor will be an integral part of a cohesive team providing education to nurse practitioner students as well as registered nurses who are students in other post-graduate programs.

UNBC is ranked as one of Canada’s top small research-intensive universities with a core campus in Prince George and three additional campuses across northern BC. UNBC provides broad support for faculty to develop their research and teaching capabilities, a strong mandate for growth, a modern and comprehensive campus, and a distinct quality of life in central British Columbia.

Nursing education at UNBC includes the Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NBNP) in Fort St. John and Prince George offered over 5 consecutive semesters, a collaborative 4-year Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NCBNP) offered in conjunction with the College of New Caledonia (Prince George and Quesnel) and Coast Mountain College in Terrace, an MScN degree with thesis or project options, an MScN (Family Nurse Practitioner) degree, and a Certificate in Rural Nursing. For more information on UNBC’s School of Nursing, please visit https://www.unbc.ca/nursing

The successful applicants for this position should hold or be eligible for licensure as a family nurse practitioner with BCCNM. A PhD in nursing or related discipline is preferred, applicants who are close to degree completion will be considered. Applicants are asked to demonstrate expertise in research, teaching, and current clinical practice. Primary responsibilities include: contributing to the development and delivery of courses that comprise a curriculum centred on primary health care in rural and northern communities; develop or sustain a research program that fosters patient, community and/or health system engagement or partnership, and supporting processes that foster learning, scholarship, and student experience s of successful transition to advanced practice nursing. Practice experience in primary care, team-based settings, rural/remote, northern, and/or Indigenous community settings and experience teaching using synchronous and asynchronous online modalities as well as modalities suited to face-to-face learning is a distinct asset. A teaching and practice philosophy that reflects values of equity, social justice, and teambased care that is demonstrated through action and high-level communication skills is essential. Travel to other campuses and northern communities may be necessary, a valid BC driver’s license is necessary. The successful applicant is expected to engage in continuing professional development along with service to the University, community, and profession.

Strong organizational and teamwork skills, as well as high-level communication skills, are essential. Current British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives RN registration, or eligibility for registration, is required. Travel to other campuses and northern communities will be necessary, and a valid BC driver’s license is required. 

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