Academic Associate (Clinical Partnerships Office)

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Academic Associate (Clinical partnerships office)

Position Description

The Ingram School of Nursing (ISON), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University, invites applications for a full-time Academic Associate position. This is a 1-year contract, with possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will contribute to the School's mission of excellence in nursing education through leadership in clinical partnership development, practice education, and the coordination of high-quality clinical learning opportunities for students.

The Academic Associate will join the school during a period of continued growth and innovation that includes expanded academic programs, ongoing curriculum renewal, strengthened research capacity, and enhanced clinical-academic partnerships. Travel within Quebec, including remote regions, and occasionally outside the province may be required to support the development and maintenance of clinical placement opportunities.

The Ingram School of Nursing (ISON) fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and interdisciplinary academic environment dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, professional practice, and service. The school is committed to educating a diverse student body and advancing nursing knowledge through meaningful engagement with healthcare, community, and academic partners. As part of McGill University, students and faculty benefit from a vibrant and internationally recognized academic community located in Montréal, Québec.

Primary Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of the Clinical Partnership Office (CPO), the Academic Associate will:

• Provide academic leadership in the development, coordination, and sustainability of clinical placement opportunities in all specialties and related practice settings within Quebec and, where appropriate, beyond the province.
• Cultivate and strengthen strategic partnerships with healthcare organizations and clinical agencies to support experiential learning and excellence in nursing education.
• Validate course objectives and collaborate with course coordinators to understand students' academic and clinical performance, facilitating the selection of appropriate clinical placements and supervision levels while maintaining quality assurance standards.
• Develop, identify, assess and establish formal clinical partnerships with non-traditional sites.
• Assess clinical settings to ensure optimal learning environments in the healthcare sphere for McGill Nursing students and address deficiencies with site directors.
• Assist the course coordinators in the review of the learning objectives of all ISoN clinical courses and identify appropriate clinical placements. When necessary, collaborate with clinical instructors and preceptors to modify learning environments in the healthcare settings, patient-to-student ratios, and related placement requirements.
• Collaborate with Program Directors, Course Coordinators, faculty members, Clinical Instructors, Academic Coordinators, and administrative colleagues to ensure the effective planning and delivery of clinical education experiences.
• Contribute to faculty development initiatives by supporting Clinical Instructors and Course Coordinators through consultation, mentorship, feedback, and educational resources related to clinical teaching and supervision.
• Participate in strategic discussions with internal and external stakeholders regarding best practices, innovation, and quality enhancement in clinical education.
• Support quality improvement initiatives within the Clinical Partnership Office and contribute to the evaluation and continuous enhancement of clinical placement processes and outcomes.
• Serve as a resource for students regarding clinical education requirements and facilitate appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Represent the School at institutional, professional, and partner meetings related to clinical education and placement activities.
• Participate actively in School governance, including School Council, curriculum committees, and other academic activities consistent with the role.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must possess:

• A master’s degree in nursing or higher.
• Current registration and good standing with the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ).
• Demonstrated experience in clinical education, experiential learning, or student support and engagement in healthcare settings.
• Experience developing, coordinating, or managing clinical placements and partnerships.
• Evidence of strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and French.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and culturally safe educational environments.

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ingram School of Nursing
Job Type: Contract Academic Staff ('Academic Contractual')
Job Status: Full-time
Length of Appointment: 1-year renewable contract
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The following supporting documents are required:

• A cover letter & curriculum vitae
• the names and contact information of three references

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.