Professor, School of Nursing

Georgian is more than just an employer – we're a community. With seven campuses located across Central Ontario, Georgian College offers rewarding employment opportunities in academics, administration, research, and more. We take pride in working alongside a dynamic team of student-focused educators, dedicated supporters, and passionate advocates. Together, we can advance our mission to inspire innovation, transform lives, and connect communities through the power of education.

Our exciting work environment offers the opportunity to learn and grow, while collaborating in a team-oriented culture that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Together, we deliver unrivaled experiences for our students, employees and the communities we serve. Read our 2025-2030 strategic plan.

If you share our energy and passion, please consider joining Team Georgian.

Our Health, Wellness and Sciences Portfolio offer a wide variety of health-related programs that prepares students to support the health and wellness of our communities.  Students gain the requisite knowledge and skills through a combination of classroom, laboratory and experiential learning in a clinical setting. Our state-of-the-art simulation labs provide students with hands-on, practical training with equipment they use on the job and gain real-world experience and develop specialized skills in the Health and Wellness Clinics.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a full – time Professor to support the Georgian College School of Nursing, which includes Practical Nursing, Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing degree and Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing RPN to BScN Advanced Standing Pathway (Bridge) programs.   As a faculty member with the School of Nursing, you will have the opportunity to apply your passion for the nursing profession, teaching our future nursing professionals, engaging in research and sharing your rich experience with students.  By creating a supportive and effective learning environment, you will enable students to achieve their full academic potential as well as the College of Nurses of Ontario Entry to Practice Competencies for Registered Nurses.  

This position will be assigned a Fall/Winter rotation but teaching assignments may be changed by the Dean/Associate Dean to occur in any of the three semesters.

Job Details:

Job posting date: September 2, 2025
Department: Health, Wellness and Sciences 
Location: Barrie Campus  
Employment Type:  Full-Time Academic 
Salary Range: $75,271- $130,490 (as per Faculty collective agreement)
Effective Date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:  

• Design, deliver and evaluate a wide variety of courses in nursing programs. This includes theory, lab and simulation-based curriculum. 
• Evaluate student progress / achievement
• Maintain subject matter expertise through professional development and research, contact with industry partners, other educational institutions and/or professional bodies 
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment
• Contribute to the scholarship and research activities within a degree granting environment
• Incorporate a variety of learning / teaching strategies and technologies to meet student needs
• Participate in portfolio / academic / campus and college-wide activities as required
• Actively collaborate in School of Nursing program specific committees. 
• Participate in course / curriculum revision, program revision and renewal activities
• Develop alternative delivery strategies, and online course development and teaching, as required
• Detailed descriptions of responsibilities, are defined in the classification definition of professor in the Academic Collective Agreement

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing is required
• Master’s degree in nursing or related field (e.g. Education, Leadership) is required 
• Ph.D. or terminal degree in Nursing or related field is preferred 
• Must possess and maintain current registration, in good standing, as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Previous teaching experience at a postsecondary level and/or adult training experience
• Active research track record or strong potential to develop an active research dossier
• Experience with some or all of the following:  curriculum development and evaluation, simulation pedagogy (medium and/or high fidelity), universal design for learning, a variety of delivery strategies, adult teaching and learning methodologies, academic advising, and student success strategies
• Experience with intra and inter-professional collaborative models of care and/or inter-professional education
• Ability to effectively integrate new technology into teaching and learning
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skill
• Proven ability to contribute to, and work in, a positive team environment and to foster the same in students
• Commitment to life-long learning
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations
• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Asset / Preferred:

• Experience in any of the following areas would be an asset: Medical- surgical nursing, leadership, and/or simulation ( medium and high-fidelity simulation)
• Experience with online course development and instruction
• Computer literacy: Learning Management System / Web Delivery Software (i.e. Blackboard) and Student Information Systems
• The ability to teach in more than one related program area

Why Work with Us?

Georgian’s seven campuses are in some of the most sought-after areas in Central Ontario (Barrie, Midland, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia, Owen Sound and South Georgian Bay).  Our campuses play important roles in each of these communities, serving as centers for academic, social, and cultural activities, and contributing to the social and economic well-being of the areas.

In addition to a rewarding career, here are some of the other benefits offered to full-time employees of Georgian College:

• We offer a competitive compensation rate, comprehensive benefits plan and a generous vacation policy as well as CAAT defined-benefit pension plan which includes fully matched contributions.
• A tuition reimbursement program that offers reduced course fees for college staff and their dependents. 
• A holiday shut down period that allows employees to rest and relax with family and friends. 
• A flex work program for most positions allowing employees the flexibility of working both on campus and remotely.  
• All Georgian Employees have access to the EFAP:  Employees and their family members can call the program 24/7 for completely confidential support, information, and assistance.
• Campus Safety Services:  Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services.

For a more in depth look at what Georgian has to offer, check out our website.

Are you ready to Experience Georgian?

The successful candidate will be required to submit proof of Professional Liability Insurance

Applicants selected for an interview will be required to present a teaching lesson during the interview and / or present a professional portfolio.

Acceptable proof of education (degrees, credentials) from recognized post-secondary institutions or confirmation of international equivalencies will be required as part of the selection process.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/about-georgian/career-opportunities/ quoting Competition #92-25 by September 16, 2025. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Consideration will first be given to qualified internal full time and partial-load employees, in accordance with the Academic Collective Agreement.

Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.