Sessional Instructor - Department of Pathology and Microbiology - Atlantic Veterinary College (Fall 2026)

Competition Number:
47SI26
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Pathology and Microbiology
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Fall 2026

The Department of Pathology and Microbiology at the Atlantic Veterinary College, ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ has an opening for a sessional instructor of veterinary virology during the upcoming Fall 2026 semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

VPM 2110 – Virology (3 Credits)

This is a required course in the second year of the DVM program presenting important viral pathogens of animals and offers a theoretical and practical basis for understanding the diseases they cause. The sessional instructor will be responsible for teaching two lecture hours and two tutorial/laboratory hours per week, in person. 

Lecture: Tuesday 8:30 – 9:20, Friday 9:30 – 10:20
Tutorial/Laboratory: Tuesday 2:30 – 4:20

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold an MSc or PhD in a field related to veterinary or comparative virology. Documented experience teaching similar courses and a DVM degree are assets.

Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit. 

Application Instructions:

A cover letter indicating what course you are applying to teach, a Curriculum Vitae, and the names of two individuals who can provide letters of reference should be emailed to:

Dr. Chelsea Martin, Department Chair 
Department of Pathology and Microbiology 
ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ 
Charlottetown, PEI  
C1A 4P3 
Email: ckmartin@upei.ca

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ 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. ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ 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.

Closing date for applications is April 30, 2026. 

ÌÇÐÄvlog´«Ã½ encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.