Lecturer - Three-Year Term Position - Department of Biomedical Sciences & Department of Pathology and Microbiology - Atlantic Veterinary College
Competition Number:

41A26

Position Type:

Academic Opening

Closing Date:

Aug 7, 2026

Date of Posting:

Jul 24, 2026

Department:

Biomedical Sciences & Pathology and Microbiology

Position:

Contract:

Three-Year Term

Term:

August 15, 2026 - August 15, 2029

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) invites applications for a full-time contract faculty position at the rank of Lecturer . This will be a joint appointment with the Department of Biomedical Sciences and the Department of Pathology and Microbiology , and the contract is a 3-year term .

Contract renewal will be based on performance, program requirements, and budgetary considerations.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will collaborate with discipline-specialist faculty to deliver laboratory-based teaching in veterinary microscopic anatomy, parasitology, bacteriology, and clinical pathology. The candidate will also participate in problem-based learning tutorials for veterinary students. Contribution to service and scholarly activity in relevant fields, including the scholarship of education, is expected. Other teaching and scholarly opportunities may be identified based on candidate interest and program needs.

Qualifications:

Have a DVM (or equivalent) degree

Be strongly motivated to teach

Have well-developed skills of collaboration, relationship-building, and communication

Be a lifelong learner, eager to maintain skills and knowledge updated to contemporary standards in veterinary medicine and veterinary education

Preference will be given to candidates with relevant clinical or diagnostic experience,



teaching experience, or post-graduate training.

The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPEI faculty receive a comprehensive fringe advantages package with benefit details provided at the time of offer in accordance with the collective agreement. This appointment is subject to budgetary approval.

AVC is located on the campus of UPEI in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (PEI). Nestled on the east coast of Canada, PEI is one of the world’s most beautiful islands and is home to sandy beaches, championship golf courses, bike and cross-country ski trails, and a vibrant arts community. Further details can be obtained at www.upei.ca/~avc and www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/about-pei .

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing date is August 7th , 2026; however, the competition will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.

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.

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📌 Lecturer - Three-Year Term Position - Department of Biomedical Sciences & Department of Patholo[...] (Prince Edward Island)
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