FANU06-26 - Assistant Professor, Northern Baccalaureate Nursing

Program, School of Nursing
Wood Innovation Design Centre, Prince George
Faculty of Human and Health Sciences
Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Tenure-Track

The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) invites applications for a tenure-track position in the School of Nursing at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a proposed start date of November 01, 2026. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship. This position is focused on teaching in the Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program and is based out of the Wood Innovation Design Centre, in downtown Prince George.

UNBC is ranked as one of Canada’s top small research-intensive universities with a core campus in Prince George and three additional campuses across northern BC. UNBC provides broad support for faculty to develop their research and teaching capabilities, a strong mandate for growth, a modern and comprehensive campus, and a distinct quality of life in central British Columbia.

Nursing education at UNBC includes the Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NBNP) in Fort St. John and Prince George offered over 5 consecutive semesters, a collaborative 4-year Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NCBNP) offered in conjunction with the College of New Caledonia (Prince George and Quesnel) and Coast Mountain College in Terrace, an MScN degree with thesis and project options, an MScN (Nurse Practitioner) degree, and a Certificate in Rural Nursing. For more information on UNBC’s School of Nursing, please visit https://www.unbc.ca/nursing.

Applicants for this position should hold a PhD or be able to demonstrate substantial progress in a doctoral program, with a growing record of scholarly activity, as well as evidence of the potential for teaching excellence. A strong combination of research and scholarly activity, teaching excellence, and clinical nursing practice experience, who have demonstrated current clinical expertise in primary care, team-based settings, high acuity or advanced practice skills, pediatric nursing, maternity nursing, older adult nursing, mental health, Indigenous health, public health, population health, or rural/remote health, and experience teaching using synchronous and asynchronous online modalities as well as modalities suited to face-toface learning, will be a distinct asset. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include development and delivery of courses that comprise a full generalist nursing curriculum; research and scholarship (active and developing); and establishing regional, national and international research linkages, including establishing linkages with the Northern Health Authority. Some program coordination and leadership responsibilities may be required (including policy and leadership development). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach in multiple modalities, including online and distance learning, within the undergraduate and graduate nursing programs.

Strong organizational and teamwork skills, as well as high-level communication skills, are essential. Current British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives RN registration, or eligibility for registration, is required. Travel to other campuses and northern communities will be necessary, and a valid BC driver’s license is required.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.

Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

About the Community
Located in the spectacular landscape of northern British Columbia, UNBC is one of Canada’s best small universities. We have a passion for teaching, discovery, people, the environment, and the North.

UNBC provides outstanding undergraduate and graduate learning opportunities that explore cultures, health, economies, sciences, and the environment. As one of BC’s leading research-intensive universities, we bring the excitement of new knowledge to our students, and the outcomes of our teaching and research to the world. In addition to fostering and celebrating academic excellence, UNBC is a welcoming place, with a learning environment that is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia. UNBC’s three regional campuses are located in Quesnel, Fort St. John, and Terrace. The South-Central campus in Quesnel is situated on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dené (Red Bluff Band), Nazko, Lhoosk’uz Dené Nation (Kluskus Band), and Esdilagh First Nations (formerly Alexandria Band). Lhtako, Nazko, and Lhoosk’uz are Dakelh First Nations, and Esdilagh is a member of the Tsilhqot’in Nation. The Peace River-Liard campus in Fort St. John is situated on the traditional territory of the Doig River, Blueberry River and Halfway River First Nations. They are the Dunne-Za people. The Northwest campus in Terrace is situated on traditional Ts’msyen (Tsimshian) territory of the Kitsumkalum and Kitselas First Nations. It includes a satellite campus in the coastal community of Prince Rupert.

There is a strong support system for students, including the First Nations Centre, Wellness Centre, and other academic supports. Currently there are over 3,500 students enrolled in more than 40 undergraduate and graduate degree programs throughout northern British Columbia. Approximately 400 students are of Indigenous ancestry descent.

Small classes and a connected community exemplify UNBC and mean that our student body gets to know their professors by name. Outstanding academics, hands-on research, unlimited adventure and a tight-knit campus community result in strong student satisfaction at UNBC.

Salary
The salary for this position will be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant qualifications and experience as per the UNBC Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The annual salary range for this position is expected to be from $ 90,678 to $131,496. Please refer to the link below to the Collective Agreement (Article 48) for more compensation information:https://www.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/salary-grid-increases-july-1-2024-updatedcola.pdf

To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply to this position by uploading and submitting the following documents

• a cover letter indicating potential contributions to the School of Nursing;
• a current curriculum vitae;
• a brief statement of teaching approaches, teaching philosophy, and research program;
• the names and addresses of three references (including telephone and email information); and
• the Statement of Eligibility to Work in Canada form, which can be found here:

https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/humanresources/statementofemploymenteligibilit yjan0520221.pdf

• Voluntary Self-Identification form, which can be found here:

https://www2.unbc.ca/sites/default/files/sections/human-resources/unbcself-idrevisedmay2022- fillable.pdf

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

Inquiries: Dr. Catharine Schiller, Chair, UNBC School of Nursing
[email protected]
(250) 960-5000

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC; however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. [Please apply as soon as possible.]