Assistant/Associate Professor Occupational

Reporting to the Department Head the successful candidate will be responsible for the development delivery and evaluation of a broad range of courses in Occupational Health Safety and Environment within the College of Health Sciences S he will evaluate student progress and manage the resources of the learning environment The successful candidate will liaise with industry and other educational institutions participate in industry advisory committees and coordinate manage and control projects within the specified program area Faculty members will keep course portfolio documents required for accreditation processes and engage in instructional development improvement plans All employees are expected to contribute to professional and community life within the University and beyond Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Education

• Education PhD degree in Occupational Health Safety and Environment from a recognized, accredited post-secondary institution is required.
• Those whose PhD is not in Occupational Health Safety and Environment must hold a master s or bachelor s degree in occupational health and safety.
• Professional licensure and current registration with a recognized Occupational Health and Safety registry/body, e.g., IOSH, CRSP, CSP and NEBOSH tutor experience is preferred.
• A certificate, diploma or degree in Education (Secondary/Post-Secondary), and teaching experience, preferably at a post-secondary level is preferred.

Experience

• Experience Five years of relevant employment experience and professional licensure and current registration with a recognized Occupational Health and Safety registry/body is required.
• Demonstrated ability to use diverse and current teaching approaches in the classroom and for practice experiences including the laboratory, simulation, and practicums.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of educational technology and platforms.
• Demonstrated academic and information literacy skills.
• Expertise in curriculum development is desirable.

Scholarship and Research

Demonstrated performance in scholarship that contributes to the advancement of Occupational Health and Safety health practice; advancement of Occupational health and safety-related knowledge; and/or, related publication, knowledge dissemination, curriculum development and pedagogy.

Other required skills

• Commitment to applied and experiential learning as a pedagogy and a key feature of UDST s mandate.
• Ability to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in program outcomes.
• Digital literacy and demonstrated fluency in technology systems, and an ability to model and facilitate use of current and emerging digital tools to support research and learning.
• Demonstrated ability to develop technology‑enriched learning environments that enable students to be active participants in their own learning.
• Commitment to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession through self-driven continuous professional development and life‑long learning.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and collegial spirit and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, sponsor‑employers, and members of the community.
• Experience in leadership and innovation in technology‑based projects.

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