Assistant Professor

Acknowledging that University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) is located on the unceded land of the Mi’kmaq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk, the Faculty of Nursing at UPEI welcomes applications from exceptional candidates for the following Faculty position:

One (1) term (5 years) faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level.

The Faculty of Nursing, in partnership with the PEI Department of Health and Wellness, is redesigning their LPN to BScN pathway that will offer increased recognition of LPN’s prior learning and clinical experience to support them in remaining in practice while earning their bachelor's degree.

The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will be the delivery and evaluation of the new LPN-BScN bridge program. This will be a funded 5-year project. Years one (1) and two (2) will focus on the delivery of the new program. Years three (3) to five (5) will focus on delivery and evaluation support.

The successful candidate will teach in the LPN to BScN pathway for the duration of the project, but will also have the opportunity to teach in the undergraduate BScN program as well as the graduate program to meet teaching expectations as defined in the UPEI Faculty Association (Bargaining Unit 1) Collective Agreement.

In addition, the ideal candidate will be grounded in the principles of Primary Health Care and will contribute to teaching across the Faculty of Nursing, with responsibilities in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. The role includes active participation in the governance, decision‑making, and scholarly activities of the faculty through engagement in its standing committees.

Given the timelines of this project, a start date of September 1, 2026, is required. This appointment is subject to final budget approval.

About our Program

The Faculty of Nursing at UPEI offers the only baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs in the province. The Faculty of Nursing plays a key role in nursing education to support the local and national health system by developing nurse leaders grounded in the philosophy of Primary Health Care.

In addition to providing evidence-informed education, we strongly believe in providing opportunities for all faculty, staff, and students to participate in research and scholarship. The integrated nature of our curriculum offers opportunities to advance healthcare knowledge in all domains of scholarship. We also support investigating diverse topics such as health outcomes and improvements to healthcare services.

Nursing is a dynamic profession requiring critical and reflective thinking based on science and human perspectives. There is a need to reflect and embed within the curriculum and pedagogy are new ways of thinking that support the transformational changes within health systems, including the importance of interprofessional learning, collaboration, diversity, and inclusivity. In addition, we honour and appropriately respond to the Calls to Action of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including fostering reflection related to reconciliation, decolonization, and Indigenization of the curriculum.

Building on the strength and foundation of innovative programming and community and industry partnerships, UPEI is ideally situated to help shape the future of health care locally, provincially, nationally, and internationally.

Why UPEI?

UPEI is a growing, student‑centered institution known for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. As a faculty member, you will join a collaborative and supportive environment that values interprofessional education, creativity, and scholarly leadership. UPEI offers strong institutional support for research development, including access to internal grants, research mentorship, and partnerships across health, community, and industry sectors.

Located in the province’s capital, UPEI provides the advantages of a close‑knit campus community alongside the opportunities of a university with expanding graduate programs and research infrastructure. Prince Edward Island offers an exceptional quality of life, with a vibrant cultural scene, a welcoming community, and a stunning natural environment. Faculty enjoy an inclusive, collegial workplace dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenization, and reconciliation.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a completed doctoral degree or have significant progress towards completion of a doctoral degree and at least one degree in nursing. Given this is a term position, candidates with a master's degree in nursing and in possession of the experience and assets listed above will be considered.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching in a baccalaureate nursing program. Experience in program evaluation would be an asset. Certification in adult education would be an asset. Also, teaching in an LPN to BScN bridging pathway would be an asset.

Demonstrated potential to develop a program of research and conduct research and scholarly activities that contribute to the advancement of nursing education, nursing practice, nursing knowledge, and curriculum development is required.

Candidates will have demonstrated leadership and experience promoting a respectful and inclusive work and learning environment for students, staff, Clinical Nursing Instructors, and Faculty. Candidates must be eligible for registration with the Prince Edward Island College of Nursing and Midwifery.

The salary is as per the UPEI Faculty Association (Bargaining Unit #1) Collective Agreement. This appointment is subject to final budget approval.

Application Instructions

Candidates must submit:

• a cover letter citing the competition number listed above;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a one-page statement of how Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-racism, and Decolonization are incorporated into their teaching and scholarly activities;
• a teaching dossier including their philosophy of teaching;
• a statement of scholarly endeavours outlining their plan for establishing a program of research at UPEI over the next five years; and
• two (2) sample course syllabi.

Candidates will arrange to have three (3) letters of reference describing their qualifications related to this position forwarded to the email address below by the competition's closing date.

Applications should be sent via e-mail in a PDF format , indicating the Competition # on the Subject Line of the e-mail communication. Only complete application packages will be reviewed. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Emily Walsh

Administrative Assistant to the Dean

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In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to equity in employment.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Review of applications will begin on June 23rd, 2026, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.