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Sessional Instructor - Department of Pathology and Microbiology - Atlantic Veterinary College (Summer/Fall 2020 and Winter 2021)

Competition Number:
19SI20
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Pathology and Microbiology, Atlantic Veterinary College
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Summer / Fall 2020 and Winter 2021

The Department of Pathology and Microbiology is seeking a sessional instructor to assist in delivery of Virology in Diagnostic Services (VPM 4500) to fourth-year veterinary students.  This position is subject to budgetary approval.

VPM 4500 – Diagnostic Services – Virology section

This course is a fourth-year core rotation offered 3 times during the 2020 summer semester, 4 times during the 2020 fall semester and 3 times during the 2021 winter semester (offerings for each semester may be subject to change given COVID-19) to small groups of 6-7 students/rotation.  The virology section consists of 1.5 days contact time per rotation with 1 full day to be taught by the sessional virology instructor. The focus of the rotation is clinical diagnostic virology.  Students are given practical experience in diagnostic virology through a review of virology concepts, proper procedures for collection, handling & submission of laboratory specimens, and interpretation of laboratory test results using a case study approach. 

Remuneration will be as specified in the Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Applicants must hold a DVM degree. 
  • Preference will be given to those with advanced training or experience in veterinary microbiology with an emphasis or special interest in virology. 
  • Board certification in microbiology (virology) is preferred.
  • Priority will be given to members of the UPEI Sessional Roster for the Department of Pathology and Microbiology.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three (3) referees to:

Dr. Frederick Kibenge
Professor and Chair
Department of Pathology and Microbiology
Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 4P3
E-mail: kibenge@upei.ca
Phone: 902-566-0967
Fax 902-566-0851

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 5, 2020 or until the position is filled.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.