July 23, 2024

LABORATORY INSTRUCTOR (BAND LEVEL 9)

School of Human Kinetics and Recreation

(Contractual Sessional Position to April 30, 2025)

This competition may be used to fill identical positions in this unit within three (3) months of the closing date

All qualified employees are welcome to apply, however preference is given to CUPE members

The University will consider applications from qualified permanent staff who may be interested in a temporary assignment, subject to departmental approval

DUTIES

The successful applicant will be responsible for instructing students and preparing undergraduate laboratory classes and fieldtrips in the School of Human Kinetics and Recreation (HKR). Duties include working with the course instructor to design and prepare labs and/or experiential learning opportunities; instructing and assisting students in practical techniques during the labs and/or fieldtrips; marking and grading lab reports; designing lab exercises in collaboration with other laboratory instructors and faculty members; supervising student assistants; assisting students outside of formal laboratory periods and providing remedial help; supervising tests and other evaluations; assisting with research related activities of faculty, graduate and undergraduate students; assuring awareness of, adherence to, and appropriate training of laboratory policies and procedures, emergency action plans, and updating safety guidelines, and emergency response plans as needed. The incumbent will also be responsible for maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies needed to conduct the various labs and/or fieldtrips; assisting with inventory control and the gathering of fixed asset information; maintaining, setting up and calibrating research equipment; assisting course instructors in the testing and monitoring of students participating in studies; and performing other related duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience (3-5 years) in conducting or facilitating learning in an HKR laboratory environment; graduation from a Masters of Kinesiology program; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Expertise in the areas of human anatomy, human physiology, exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor learning, and fitness leadership is essential and knowledge of our physical education and recreation degree programs would be beneficial. Candidates with experience teaching in these areas will be given preference. The ideal candidate will have considerable knowledge in the areas of instruction, assessment, and supporting student learning, as well as the ability to operate and maintain laboratory settings. A Clinical Exercise Physiologist designation from the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology would be an asset. The successful applicant must be able to work independently as well as within a team setting, be an effective problem solver and be able to guide and provide effective feedback to students.  

SALARY                                   $67,857 - $79,601 per annum (CUPE Local 1615) 

CLOSING DATE                       August 6, 2024 by 5:00 p.m. NST

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is strongly committed to employment equity and especially welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities and persons with disabilities.

The personal information requested in your application is collected under the authority of the Memorial University Act (RSNL 1990 c M-7) for the purpose of identifying and recruiting candidates; assessing applicant qualifications; and maintaining records pertaining to the administration of employment with Memorial University of Newfoundland.

If you are a successful candidate, this information will form part of your permanent employment record and will be used for other activities related to the employment process. This information may be disclosed to government departments and agencies as legally required; and to third party service providers, as necessary to administer programs and activities.

If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of the information on this form, please contact MyHR, Department of Human Resources, at (709) 864-2434.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide updates on current competitions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.