Sessional Instructors

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

The Department of Nursing Foundations and Science in the Faculty of Nursing invites applications for sessional faculty members to teach anatomy, physiology, and microbiology courses across nursing programs, starting in Fall 2026. 

The Faculty of Nursing delivers excellent nursing education across four academic Departments and collectively offers various credentials including Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing, Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing. The Department of Nursing Foundations and Science delivers courses that form the basis for nursing practice and those which are rooted in science (e.g. anatomy, physiology, pharmacology). Specific courses expose students to building blocks of evidence-based care, the profession of nursing and introductory nursing for those with changes in health and wellness.    

For this specific opportunity you would be teaching in-person lectures and/or online courses with some potential online sections, as needed. Successful candidates will demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching, a student-centered approach to learning, and a strong understanding of human anatomy and physiology from an applied health perspective.   

You must have a graduate degree (PhD preferred) in an applicable area of expertise with demonstrated teaching experience and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education.  

You will submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume at the time of application. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.  

Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to the Department Chair, Emily Khalema at KhalemaE2@macewan.ca.

How to Apply

To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca. 

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This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.