The Department of Biology at the University of Prince Edward Island has openings for Sessional Lecturers during the forthcoming academic year (2020-21), subject to final budgetary approval.  Individuals qualified to teach the following courses are encouraged to apply by June 23, 2020. 

Fall 2020

 

BIO 1010 – CURRENT ISSUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY

This course considers environmental problems from a biological perspective. Human ecology, populations, pollution, resource use and other topics are discussed critically. Lectures and labs equivalent to six hours a week.

(Classes MWF 11:30 – 12:20; Labs Mon 1:30-4:30)

Please note: This course may be delivered in person or on-line as required in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

 

BIO 1030 –ANIMAL HEALTH

An introductory course dealing with current issues related to animal health and disease in a global context. Course topics will introduce causes of disease in animals and the principles of maintaining healthy animals, as well as an interdisciplinary overview of the role and importance of animal health in modern society.  Lecture equivalent to three hours per week.

(Classes Tues/Thurs 5:30-6:45)

Please note: This course may be delivered in person or on-line as required in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

 

BIO 2040 – ZOOLOGY

A survey of the major groups of animals, beginning with the sponges and ending with the mammals. Topics emphasize evolutionary relationships, development, structure and function, and ecology. Lectures and labs equivalent to six hours per week.

(Classes: Tue/Thurs 11:30-12:45)

Please note: This course may be delivered in person or on-line as required in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Winter 2021

 

BIO 4130 – CONSERVATION GENETICS 

An introduction to the guiding principles of conservation biology and genetics, and their application to the preservation of biodiversity.  Students will explore current research topics, such as ecological and landscape genetics, invasion biology, and genomics for endangered species through lectures, extensive discussion and a major paper.  Lectures and labs equivalent to six hours per week.

(Classes:  Tue/Thurs 11:30-12:45; Labs: Tues 1:30-4:30)

Please note: This course may be delivered in person or on-line as required in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

 

PARA 4010 – HEALTH PROMOTION, PLANNING & EVALUATION

This course discusses the concepts of health and illness with an emphasis on understanding the origins, factors and conditions that determine health throughout the lifespan. Students are introduced to the practice of critical evaluation of systems used in health promotion and planning through reading published, literature, writing and class discussions. Lectures equivalent to 3 hours per week.

Restriction: Registration in the BSc. Paramedicine program.

(Classes: Tuesdays 2:30 – 5:30)

Please note: This course may be delivered in person or on-line as required in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

 

PARA 4040 – CURRENT ISSUES IN PARAMEDICINE (WEB COURSE)

This course gives students an opportunity to explore in depth topics shaping paramedicine today and in the future. The current issues explored include such topics as: pre-hospital airway management, extended scope of practice, advanced life support, trends in trauma management and others. Students learn through evaluation of current medical literature and discussion of topics, some of which will be selected by participants. Lectures and seminars equivalent to three hours per week.

Restriction:  Students must be enrolled in the B.Sc. Paramedicine program

Please note: This course may be delivered in person or on-line as required in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Qualifications: 

Applicants must hold a M.Sc. or Ph.D. in a field of science/biology related to the respective course content.  Documented experience teaching these courses would be a definite asset.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster, and to those with experience in teaching university level courses.

Salary: As per Sessional Instructor Stipends outlined in the Collective Agreement of the UPEI Faculty Association, Bargaining Unit #1

Application Instructions:

A cover letter indicating what course(s) you are applying to teach, a Curriculum vitae, and the names of two individuals who can provide letters of reference should be emailed to biologychair@upei.ca, or faxed to (902)566-0740, attention:

Dr. Kevin Teather, Chair

Department of Biology

University of Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown, PEI   C1A 4P3

For more information, please email or call Dr. Kevin Teather (kteather@upei.ca); 902-566-0325 or Ms. Sharon Martin (samartin@upei.ca); (902) 566-0301.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Closing date for applications is June 23, 2020; however, applications will be considered until the positions are all filled.