Position Information

Position Title

Part time Academic (ERTH 1080: Geology I) - Winter 2027

Posting Number

PTAP3552P

Department/Unit

Earth & Environmental Sciences

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Summary & Key Responsibilities The instructor will be responsible for the delivery of the Winter 2027 course, ERTH 1080, Geology I (T/R 1605-1725). This course focuses on the solid earth (geosphere) and how it evolved throughout earth’s vast history, and continues to evolve today.

The instructor will be responsible for preparing content, lecturing, holding office hours, preparation and grading of student material, submitting final marks to the Registrar’s Office, answering student inquiries and hiring/supervising TAs.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position

- Minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Geography, Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science).
- Relevant teaching experience will be considered an asset.
- Preference will be given to candidates with previous course experience.

Salary Range/Pay Rate In accordance with CUPE Agreement Local 3912

Additional Information

All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

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





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Posting Detail Information

Term of appointment

January-April 2027

Open Date

10/08/2026

Close Date

10/23/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22295

📌 Part-Time Academic (ERTH 1080: Geology I) - Winter 2027 (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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