Thompson Rivers University

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School of Nursing
Sessional

DUTIES:

Thompson Rivers University, School of Nursing, requires a creative committed educator to develop a course on Aboriginal Health.  The successful applicant will work with an Advisory group of Aboriginal Elders and experts in Aboriginal history and health to develop this course. The course will be offered to TRU students interested in Aboriginal health issues.  The hours and terms of the contract will be negotiated based on qualifications, availability and program needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN and Master’s Degree required
• Experience in nursing education, course development experience an asset
• Recent nursing experience with Aboriginal people
• Practicing membership with, or eligibility for, the CRNBC
• Exemplary communication skills (written, oral and electronic)

In accordance with section 42(3) of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to persons of Aboriginal descent.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:  March 31, 2011 to June 30, 2011.

REVIEW DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  Applications will be reviewed commencing March 09, 2011, and may continue until position is filled.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Thompson Rivers University is committed to the principle of employment equity.  Please forward current curriculum vitae, quoting the Competition #11-030 with names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees and/or references, along with a copy of graduate transcripts to:

Please submit your application by mail to
Job Opportunities, Human Resources Division
Thompson Rivers University
P.O. Box 3010  
Kamloops, BC   
V2C 5N3

or by fax to: 1-250-828-5338
or by email to: jobops@tru.ca