This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
The Department of Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) within the Faculty of Medicine, delivers an informative and challenging curriculum for the undergraduate and master’s students enrolled in the Medical School, which will prepare them for the next stage of their medical education. Reporting to the Evaluations Specialist, the Evaluations Coordinator contributes to the planning, policy development, and decision-making processes within the Undergraduate Medical Education Office. This is achieved through the collection, analysis, and dissemination of program data from various sources, all of which is overseen and facilitated by the Evaluation Specialist.
- Ensure that program evaluation surveys are distributed and completed for all pedagogical activities. This is essential for gathering feedback on the effectiveness of teaching and curriculum components.
- Establish and maintain an information management system for faculty evaluation, which will be used to organize and analyze data related to faculty performance.
- Maintain effective communication with faculty, unit heads, and clinical department heads to ensure a smooth and timely delivery of evaluations to relevant stakeholders.
- Under the guidance of the Evaluation Specialist, conduct analytical feedback using tools like SPSS and N-Vivo.
- Support the design and updates of evaluation instruments, to ensure that the evaluation process remains relevant and aligned with the program’s goals.
- Collaborate with the Evaluation Specialist and other team members to contribute to special projects and the implementation of new processes and procedures.
The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
- Undergraduate degree with a minimum of five years’ progressively responsible and related experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
- Excellent oral/written communication and organizational skills, experience working in a multifaceted institution that includes multiple players at varying levels.
- Ability to work independently.
- Considerable tact and maturity required; ability to set own priorities and handle multiple, complex and time-sensitive activities.
- Experience with various software packages, Adobe Professional, MS Office Suite, database systems required for work processing and data management functions.
- Knowledge of medical education programs and/or academic health care environment.
- Knowledge of One45, Brightspace and SharePoint.
- Demonstrated in program evaluation frameworks.
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
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 www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity
