Acadia University is recognized as one of Canada’s premier undergraduate institutions. Academic innovation and a technology-rich teaching and learning environment have garnered the university a reputation for excellence. Our progressive workplace is located only one hour from Halifax in Nova Scotia's beautiful Annapolis Valley – a small-town setting offering an affordable lifestyle, outstanding recreational opportunities, internationally acclaimed restaurants, a healthy economy, and the best weather in the Atlantic Provinces.

This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which the Mi’kmaq, Wəlastəkwiyik, and Peskotomuhkatiyik Peoples first signed with the British Crown in 1726. These treaties did not implicate or affirm the surrender or transfer of land to the British but recognized Mi’kmaq title and set the rules for what was to be a long-standing relationship between nations. Acknowledging the land that we are on, means that we are working towards decolonization across campus. 

Faculty of Professional Studies

School of Kinesiology

12 month Contractually Limited Term Instructor 
Athletic Therapy & Anatomy 

Position #30329

The School of Kinesiology invites applications from candidates for a 12-Month contractually limited term instructor (CLTI) position at the rank of Instructor I beginning July 1, 2026 and running to June 30, 2027. 

The successful candidate will contribute to the School of Kinesiology’s CATA accredited Athletic Therapy Option and will teach multiple sections of core Kinesiology laboratories in musculoskeletal anatomy, advanced anatomy, and care and prevention of athletic injuries. Within the Athletic Therapy Option, the successful candidate will work closely with external clinical educators in evaluating students in their practicum placements. They will also help train and oversee laboratory work of teaching assistants and work with faculty, staff and other instructors to contribute to the collaborative and dynamic teaching environment in the School of Kinesiology. 

As outlined in the 17th Collective Agreement between the Faculty Association and the University Board of Governors, Acadia faculty receive a range of benefits, including extended health and dental benefits to complement the public system, relocation expenses, and professional insurance and registration fees. For further information on salary and benefits, please see the 17th Collective Agreement.

Academic Qualifications: 
The successful candidate will possess a thesis based Master’s degree and CAT(C) professional certification, or equivalent; master’s degree requirements and professional certification must be completed by July 1st, 2026. Experience teaching laboratories in a post-secondary environment, and in organizing, supervising, and working with undergraduate teaching assistants is an asset.

How to Apply: Candidates are asked to submit their application in a single PDF document to Faculty.Careers@AcadiaU.ca. Receipt of the application will be acknowledged via email. Applications should include the following:

• the position number (included in the subject line of the submission email);
• a cover letter. In their cover letter candidates should describe how their experience is pertinent to this position. Specifically, the letter should clearly describe the applicant’s expertise, and experience, and provide evidence of positive performance in teaching. A description of the applicant’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion would be an asset.
• an up-to-date CV;
• proof of academic qualifications (i.e. a copy of the highest degree) and any additional documents that would provide information on the factors outlined above;
• the names and email/phone contact information of three references at least one of whom can speak directly about the applicant’s teaching.

Applications should be addressed to:

Dr. Darren Kruisselbrink, Chair of the Selection Committee

Acadia University

     Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada B4P 2R6 

    Email: Faculty.Careers@Acadiau.ca 

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, candidates eligible to work in Canada shall be given priority. The University encourages applications from Mi’kmaq and other Indigenous people; African Canadians; African Nova Scotians; persons with disabilities; racialized groups; women; persons of any minority sexuality, minority gender identity or minority gender expression; and all intersections of these identities. Acadia embraces the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion as fundamental in creating an expansive academic environment and champions diverse knowledge systems as pillars of academic excellence.

All applicants are required to submit an online  Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package. All information provided will be held in strict confidence by Human Resources and is not seen by the Committee. The form provides the option of self-identifying based on the applicant’s comfort level, including an option to not self-identify. Please note that failure to complete the form by the closing date will result in the disqualification of your application. Only candidates who have submitted a self-identification form can be considered as members of designated equity-seeking groups.

Closing Date: May 22, 2026

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant's accessibility needs. If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Carmen Dewar-Miller, our department Administrative Assistant: carmen.dewar-miller@acadiau.ca