Part-Time Academic (HORT 2011: Arboriculture) - Fall 2026 …, Truro

Position Information Position Title Part time Academic (HORT 2011: Arboriculture) - Fall 2026 Posting Number PTAP3309P Department/Unit Plant, Food and Envir Sciences Location Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Summary & Key Responsibilities The Part-time Academic will teach in person lectures and labs for HORT2011 Arboriculture for the period of September to December 2026. Lectures are scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:05am to 11.25am and the labs are scheduled Tuesdays from 11:35am to 2:25pm. The Part-time Academic will use Brightspace to administer the course. The Part-time Academic will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, labs, test preparation and online evaluation. The position reports to the chair of the Department. Qualifications/Requirements of Position At least 5 years experience teaching Arboriculture, and certification as an ISA Certified Arborist. Excellent oral, written communication, collegiality and interpersonal skills. As a technical course, a Bachelor of Technology in Horticulture is required OR a Masters/PhD in a related field. 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. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit 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 September - December 2026 Open Date 05/11/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2oztpk