Part-Time Academic (SLWK 5110: Africentric Perspectives in Social Work, Online) - Winter 2027

Part-Time Academic (SLWK 5110

Africentric Perspectives in Social Work, Online) - Winter 2027

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Part-Time Academic (SLWK 5110: Africentric Perspectives in Social Work, Online) - Winter 2027 Posting Number PTAP3340P Department/Unit Social Work Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Summary & Key Responsibilities The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching: SLWK 5110 Africentric Perspectives in Social Work. The course will be offered in the Winter Term, from January-April 2027. This is an online course and part of the MSW program. Course description: The course provides students with an opportunity to engage in critical dialogue, reflection and action about historical and contemporary experiences of African Nova Scotians and Africans in the Diaspora. The course also focuses on awareness of Africentric theory, and its application in social work practice with Africans and non-Africans. The part-time academic will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including preparing and delivering lectures, grading of assignments, and online consultation with students. Online courses are taught using Brightspace. In addition, the part-time academic should expect to be engaged in course preparations for one-two months preceding course delivery. Qualifications/Requirements of Position Knowledge of historical and contemporary experiences of African Nova Scotians and Africans in the Diaspora. Awareness of Africentric theory, and its application in social work practice with Africans and non-Africans. A Master of Social Work degree, or higher, and previous teaching experience. Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement

Additional Information

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. In keeping with the principles of Dalhousie’s Employment Equity Plan, the position is designated to candidates who self-identify as persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians).

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To be eligible for this position, you must self-identify as a person of Black/African descent and/or as African Nova Scotian. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here. Posting Detail Information Term of appointment January-April 2027 Open Date 06/05/2026 Close Date 06/15/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21114 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) Optional Documents