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Sessional: BPK 205 Introduction to Human Physiology in BPK
Salary: $7718 (lectures) inclusive of 4% vacation pay
Lectures: 3 hours of lecture, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30-10:20 a.m.
Location: Burnaby Campus
Dates: Fall 2026 Semester: September 2 to December 24, 2026
Qualifications:
A related graduate degree or equivalent qualification in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology or a related discipline together with evidence of teaching ability commensurate with the responsibility of teaching the assigned credit course and of carrying out the duties related to the effective conduct of that course.
For BPK 205, applicants must have the following:
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching human physiology at the undergraduate level.
- Extensive knowledge of cellular physiology, homeostasis, membrane transport, membrane potentials, cellular communication, endocrinology, neurophysiology, sensory physiology, muscle physiology, cardiovascular physiology, respiratory physiology, renal physiology, gastrointestinal physiology, and reproductive physiology.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex physiological concepts to students with diverse academic backgrounds.
- Experience developing and delivering lectures, assessments, and learning activities in human physiology or closely related disciplines.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate student learning through a variety of assessment formats, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and written questions.
- Experience using learning management systems and educational technologies to support undergraduate teaching.
- Knowledge of undergraduate programs and career pathways in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology is an asset.
To apply, please prepare in advance a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement and contact information for three references as a single file in a portable document format (PDF, ~7MB Maximum size). When ready, submit via the on-line application form at:
Questions can be sent to Van Truong at vtruong@sfu.ca
Application Deadline: 4pm Monday, July 13 2026
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If you have any questions about the collection, use and disclosure of this information please contact the Associate VP, Human Resources, 911吃瓜, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6. Telephone 778-782-3237.