Sessional Instructor - Faculty of Nursing (Fall 2017)
The Faculty of Nursing, University of Prince Edward Island has a sessional teaching opportunity in NURS 6140, Qualitative Nursing Research, in Fall 2017 academic year. This position is subject to budgetary approval.
Fall 2017
NURS 6140 QUALITATIVE NURSING RESEARCH
The purpose of this course is to develop the student’s ability to critique and use existing qualitative research and to conduct original qualitative research. The epistemological and ontological underpinnings of qualitative research will be explored. The qualitative research process will be examined with respect to research ethics; developing research questions and objectives; using qualitative methodologies of ethnography, phenomenology, grounded theory; collecting and analyzing data; interpreting results; and assessing trustworthiness.
Blended model of delivery
Lecture: 3 hours per week
Applicants must have a Masters Degree in Nursing or related health discipline. A PhD in nursing or health field will be an asset. Strong expertise in qualitative research methods is required. Previous experience in teaching is an 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.
Application instructions:
Curriculum vitae and two letters of reference should be sent to:
Dr. Gulrose Jiwani, Dean
Faculty of Nursing
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Phone: (902) 566-0788
Fax: (902) 566-0777
Email: gjiwani@upei.ca
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 August 2, 2017