Job Title: Professor – Biotechnology and Medical Lab Technology Department: School of Health Science Location: College Drive Campus – North Bay, ON Status: Full-Time Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 5, 2026 – 12:00 p.m.
Under the direction of the Dean, Faculty of Environmental Studies and Health Science, the Professor is responsible for facilitating and guiding learning and providing an effective learning environment for all learners. The professional responsibilities include:
Teaching assigned courses, including: • teaching regularly scheduled classes in the Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer semesters through a combination of classroom delivery on location, online, and/or through a virtual classroom • ensuring learner awareness of course learning outcomes and evaluation techniques • providing tutoring and academic advising for learners both in and out of class • providing a learning environment which makes effective use of available resources including educational technologies and the College approved Learning Management System (Desire to Learn) • evaluating learner progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the learner’s work within assigned courses • the development and creation of a learning environment that is conducive to success for all learners
Designing new and ongoing maintenance of courses, including: • defining learning outcomes and evaluating and validating these outcomes • planning appropriate teaching and learning approaches, as well as essential and optional learning resources • incorporating educational technologies to meet the learning needs of learners • consulting with other faculty members, advisory committees and a variety of potential employers and learners • reviewing and revising curriculum • participating in professional development activities during non-teaching periods
Providing academic leadership, including: • working cooperatively with other professors to ensure course consistency and support continuous program improvement • participating in the work of curriculum and other consultative committees, and departmental meetings • liaising with industry representatives and community members regarding research initiatives and partnerships • working to full achievement of the Competency Profile for professors at the College • participating in professional development activities, remaining current in the field of study, and maintaining awareness of emerging trends and practices related to teaching and learning in higher education • following health and safety policies, procedures, and legislation • modeling the College values – Respect, Integrity, Transparency, Accountability and Commitment to Excellence • participating in research discussions and/or projects where applicable
Required Qualifications • Master’s of Science Degree in a relevant field such as Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Biomedical Science; Doctorate preferred • Minimum 5 years of relevant clinical laboratory and industry experience (working in biotech labs, pharma, clinical research) • Minimum 3 years of teaching experience, or equivalent, preferably in a postsecondary setting • Related research experience is an asset • Knowledge of clinical chemistry, clinical hematology, and transfusion science is an asset • Medical Laboratory Technologist credentialling and registered with CSMLS/CMLTO is an asset • Experience in the EQualTM accreditation program cycle is an asset • Next generation sequencing experience an asset • Bioinformatics experience an asset • Excellent record of teaching experience along with relevant work/community experience in the professional field or discipline appropriate to the area of instruction. Experience working with international learners in a post-secondary setting is an asset. • Experience with a Learning Management System (e.g., Desire2Learn, Blackboard, etc.), including the creation of discussion forums, tests, assignments, chat rooms, to edit and modify course content when required. • Evidence of having maintained up-to-date knowledge and achievements in the field appropriate to the area of instruction • Experience in developing course content, curriculum, and learning materials is an asset • Knowledge of best practices for the delivery and management of in-class and online courses as adopted by the Program, including, but not limited to: a. Using course management system tools to communicate with learners and to foster and support a collaborative online learning community with and between learners in the course; b. Providing timely and constructive feedback on learner work; c. Responding to learner academic and course administration inquiries promptly and refer learners to technical support or learner support when appropriate; and, d. Ensuring academic integrity in the creation and administration of assignments, tests, and exams in class and online environments. • Commitment to practical teaching skills for adult learners, including: a. a commitment to deliver the prescribed curriculum; b. a demonstrated ability to apply required instructional techniques; and the ability to create a positive learning environment for adults; c. pedagogy for diverse populations; and, d. course management • Ability to interact effectively with adult learners, particularly in the areas of: a. academic advising; b. understanding and respect for human rights and diversity; and, c. commitment to positive interpersonal skills. • Superior organizational skills and ability to work in a high pressure, multitask, high volume team-oriented environment with minimal supervision. • Commitment to professional, collegial life, and awareness of work-integrated learning practices. • Demonstrated entry level skills in Canadore College’s teaching competencies as set out in the Professor Competency Profile at: https://cdn.agilitycms.com/canadore-college/Attachments/about-us/policies/PA-12%20Faculty%20Performance%20Review%20ProceduresApps-16.pdf • Must be able to reliably commute daily and/or relocate to North Bay, ON
Applications will be accepted by the Organizational Development and Talent Management Department through our Career Portal at https://www.canadorecollege.ca/about/careers until 12:00 p.m., on the closing date. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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