Career Opportunity: UBC Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy

Lecturer-Part Time

The University of British Columbia Vancouver, Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy invites applications for a part-time (0.6FTE) position at the rank of Lecturer.

Join a stellar academic community and contribute to developing the next generation of occupational therapists. Duties include teaching both theory and clinical practice skills courses (lecturing, tutorial facilitation, laboratory sessions, and online learning tools), course planning and leadership, coordination of clinic visits, curriculum development, marking, and student evaluation in the Master of Occupational Therapy Program.

The incumbent will participate in administrative and service activities, such as departmental and university committees.

The successful applicant must be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC (COTBC) be a member of CAOT-BC, with a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, and teaching experience in clinical, continuing education or academic settings. Salary will be commensurate with level of educational preparation and experience. 

Initial appointment is for one year, with intent for ongoing annual renewal based on satisfactory performance and final budgetary approval.

Further information on the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy is available at www.osot.ubc.ca. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. However, Canadian and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

The closing date for applications is May 15, 2014. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2014. Applications, including curriculum vitae and names and contact information for three referees who can speak to the candidate’s professional and creative work, teaching, practice competencies, and administrative abilities should be submitted online or sent to:

Dr. Catherine Backman,
Professor & Head,
UBC Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy
T325 – 2211 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 2B5
catherine.backman@ubc.ca