medicine 

School of Medicine

DEAN'S OFFICE

Knowledge Assessments Lead

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve to improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Knowledge Assessments Lead. The appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying clinical faculty position. The underlying clinical faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with appointment policy A10.07 – Clinical Faculty Appointments or A10.08 – Medical Research Faculty Appointments. To be eligible to hold the underlying clinical faculty position, candidates may be expected to be able to contribute to skills-based instruction and case-based learning, service to the University and/or to the profession, and/or scholarly activity. This is a part-time appointment equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the qualifications, rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate. For candidates with an MD, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 – 60,580. Candidates with alternate credentials with relevant experience may be considered under alternate salary models.

This position reports to the Associate Dean, Assessment, Evaluation, and Accreditation.

 Key Areas of Involvement

The Knowledge Assessments Lead is responsible for the ongoing development, blueprinting, implementation, and continuous quality improvement of all Knowledge Assessments, including the Progress Test, Weekly Knowledge Checks, and Monthly Mastery Assessments. The role ensures that assessments are valid, reliable, fair, and aligned with Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) principles and program objectives. 

The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide pedagogical leadership in the design, development, and continuous enhancement of Knowledge Assessments to support learner progression and program outcomes. 

  • Collaborate closely with the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit to ensure knowledge assessments align with UGME/PGME competencies, yearly milestones, and learning objectives.

  • Work with Course Directors and faculty members to facilitate question-writing workshops, blueprint assessment content, support peer review processes, and contribute to standard-setting activities.

  • Partner with the Learner Assessment team on scoring methodologies, item analysis, data interpretation, reporting, and strengthening assessment quality.

  • Support quality assurance processes through content review, ensuring content validity, curricular alignment, clarity, and appropriate levels of cognitive demand. 

  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and best practices in medical education assessment.

  • Provide recommendations for targeted skills development, remediation planning, and feedback based on assessment results.

  • Collaborate with the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit to lead innovation in assessment design, integrating evidence-based approaches, emerging methodologies, and new digital assessment tools as appropriate.

  • Collaborate with the Assessment Specialists to support faculty development activities to build assessment literacy, including best practices for item writing, interpreting item analysis, and delivering effective feedback. 

  • Partner with the Learner Assessment Team to guide the development and maintenance of item banks, ensuring currency, quality, and regular review of assessment items.

  • Contribute to the development and refinement of assessment-related policies, including exam conduct, security, remediation, and accommodations.

  • Supports the strategic plans and priorities of the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit and the School of Medicine

  • Participate as a member of the UGME Assessment Subcommittee and other working groups as required. 

  • Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives to refine and strengthen the Knowledge Assessment program.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • MD and eligibility for medical licensure in British Columbia (preferred). Candidates with alternate credentials in health professions or a related field who are eligible for appointment as Clinical Faculty may be considered.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities, values, and ways of knowing, with a commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity.

  • Demonstrated an ability to model high ethical standards and personal integrity, acting in accordance with SFU School of Medicine values.

  • Proven ability to build trust and foster meaningful, collaborative relationships with learners, faculty, staff, and partners. 

  • Inclusive leadership skills, with the ability to cultivate a respectful environment where all individuals feel valued, recognized, and empowered to reach their potential.

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with faculty, staff, administrative teams, and interdisciplinary groups in an academic or clinical setting.

  • Familiarity with health professions education programs, preferably within primary care–focused or community-based environments. 

  • Competence and comfort with educational technology, digital assessment tools, and learning platforms.

Additional Assets

  • Experience teaching in Undergraduate (UGME) and/or Postgraduate (PGME) medical education programs.

*Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: for Knowledge Assessments Lead)”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by February 19, 2026 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on February 20, 2026 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Structured Assessments Lead

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper undrestanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Structured Assessments Lead. The appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying clinical faculty position. The underlying clinical faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank in accordance with Policy A10.07- Clinical Faculty Appointments in the School of Medicine. To be eligible to hold the underlying clinical faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to contribute skills-based instruction and case-based learning, service to the University and/or to the profession, and/or scholarly activity related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank and experience of the candidate, however, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 - $60,580, prorated depending on other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) outside of academic work.

This position reports to the Associate Dean, Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation.

Key Areas of Involvement

The Structured Assessments Lead is responsible for the ongoing development and continuous quality improvement of Structured Assessments, including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), Objective Structured Practical Examinations (OSPEs), and Objective Structured Virtual Examinations (OSVEs). The role ensures that all Structured Assessments remain valid, reliable, fair, and aligned with the principles of Competency-Based Medical Education. 

The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide pedagogical leadership for the design, development, and enhancement of Structured Assessments. 

  • Work closely with the Assessment & Learner Unit to ensure Structured Assessments are high quality and aligned with UGME/PGME program objectives, competencies, yearly milestones, and learning outcomes.

  • Collaborate with Course Directors and other faculty to facilitate case-writing workshops, blueprint assessment content, conduct peer reviews, and support standard-setting processes.

  • Support and assist with the recruitment, training, and development of examiners and standardized patients.

  • Collaborate with the Learner Assessment team on scoring, data analysis, standard-setting, and reporting activities. 

  • Oversee quality assurance processes for Structured Assessments, including content reviews to ensure content validity and alignment with the curriculum.

  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and assessment best practices.

  • Provide recommendations for learner remediation and feedback based on Structured Assessment results.

  • Support the strategic priorities of the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit and the School of Medicine. 

  • Participate as a member of the UGME Assessment Subcommittee and other working groups as required.

  • Contribute to Program Evaluation and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives related to assessment.

  • Collaborate with the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit  to lead innovation in assessment design, integrating evidence-based approaches, emerging methodologies, and new digital assessment tools as appropriate.

  • Contribute to the development and refinement of assessment-related policies, including exam conduct, security, remediation, and accommodations. 

  • Support faculty development sessions or workshops to build capacity in structured assessment design, delivery, and evaluation.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

  • M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) required, preferably in Family Medicine or Primary Care. 

  • Eligibility to hold a license to practice medicine in British Columbia.

  • Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience with medical learners.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities, values, and ways of knowing, with a commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity.

  • Demonstrated an ability to model high ethical standards and personal integrity, acting in accordance with SFU School of Medicine values. 

  • Proven ability to build trust and foster meaningful, collaborative relationships with learners, faculty, staff, and partners.

  • Inclusive leadership skills, with the ability to cultivate a respectful environment where all individuals feel valued, recognized, and empowered to reach their potential.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and administrative teams.

  • Familiarity with medical education programs, preferably in primary care contexts. 

  • Comfort with and basic proficiency in technology relevant to teaching and assessment activities.

Additional Assets

  • Experience teaching in Undergraduate (UGME) and/or Postgraduate (PGME) medical education programs. 

  • Prior experience in developing content for, or serving as an examiner in, Structured Assessments (OSCEs, OSPEs, OSVEs). 

*Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: for Structured Assessments Lead)”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by February 19, 2026 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on February 20, 2026 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Workplace-Based Assessments Lead

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge,  learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful  impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Workplace-Based Assessments Lead. Appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying clinical faculty position. The underlying clinical faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with appointment policy A10.07 – Clinical Faculty Appointments. To be eligible to hold the underlying clinical faculty position, candidates may be expected to be able to contribute to skills-based instruction and case-based learning, service to the University and/or to the profession, and/or scholarly activity related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the qualifications, rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate. For candidates with an MD, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 – 60,580. Candidates with alternate credentials with relevant experience may be considered under alternate salary models.

This position reports to the Associate Dean, Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation.

 Key Areas of Involvement

The Workplace-Based Assessments (WBA) Lead oversees the design, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of WBAs-including Entrustable Professional Activity (EPA)-based assessment tools, Direct Observations, and In-Training Assessment Reports (ITARs) across the School of Medicine’s UGME and PGME programs. This role ensures WBAs are valid, reliable, fair, and aligned with Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) principles. 

The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide pedagogical guidance for the development, refinement, and continuous quality improvement of WBA instruments. 

  • Collaborate closely with the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit to ensure WBAs are aligned with program objectives, competencies, yearly milestones, and learning outcomes.

  • Work with course directors and faculty to develop or enhance WBA instruments, deliver faculty development, and ensure completion compliance.

  • Partner with the Learner Assessment team to monitor completion rates, track compliance, analyze data, and generate assessment reports.

  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, institutional policies, and best practices in assessment. 

  • Support the integration of WBA data into learner progress reviews and remediation planning.

  • Contribute to the strategic initiatives and priorities of the Assessment & Learner Progress Unit and the School of Medicine.

  • Serve as a member of the UGME Assessment Subcommittee and other relevant working groups.

  • Participate in program evaluation and continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives related to assessments. 

  • Collaborate with the Assessment & Learner Progress Team to implement new WBA initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption across programs and alignment with CBME frameworks.

  • Provide expert advice on assessment standardization and benchmarking across disciplines and clinical settings.

  • Support faculty development in assessment literacy, including the use of instruments, entrustment decisions, providing feedback, and competency evaluation.

Qualifications & Experience 

Required

  • MD and eligibility for medical licensure in British Columbia (preferred). Candidates with alternate credentials in health professions or a related field who are eligible for appointment as Clinical Faculty may be considered.

  • Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience with medical learners. 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities, values, and ways of knowing, with a commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigeneity.

  • Demonstrated an ability to model high ethical standards and personal integrity, acting in accordance with SFU School of Medicine values.

  • Proven ability to build trust and foster meaningful, collaborative relationships with learners, faculty, staff, and partners.

  • Inclusive leadership skills, with the ability to cultivate a respectful environment where all individuals feel valued, recognized, and empowered to reach their potential. 

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with faculty, staff, administrative teams, and interdisciplinary groups in an academic or clinical setting.

  • Familiarity with medical education programs, with a preference for primary care environments.

  • Basic proficiency with technology and comfort in using digital tools for teaching and assessment. 

Additional Assets

  • Preference for candidates who are family physicians or generalist specialists.

  • Master’s or PhD in a health-related or education-related field.

*Credentials verification will be required. 

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: for Workplace Based Assessments Lead)”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by February 19, 2026 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on February 20, 2026 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Small Group Learning Lead (UGME)

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for Small Group Learning Lead (UGME). The appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying clinical faculty position. The underlying clinical faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank, commensurate with appointment policy A10.07 – Clinical Faculty Appointments. To be eligible to hold the underlying clinical faculty position, candidates may be expected to be able to contribute to skills-based instruction and case-based learning, service to the University and/or to the profession, and/or scholarly activity related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment (0.2 Full-Time Equivalent) to facilitate other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) that candidates may have. 

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate.  For candidates with an MD, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 – 60,580. Candidates with PhD or EdD with relevant experience may be considered under alternate salary models.

While in this position, you will report to the Associate Dean Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME). 

Key Areas of Involvement

Role Overview 
 
The Small Group Learning Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and coordination of small group sessions across the MD Program, ensuring alignment with integrated themes, weekly clinical presentations, and program objectives. They are responsible for supporting faculty in creating student-centered, reflective, and inclusive learning environments, mentoring facilitators in effective group dynamics, and collaborating with content experts to integrate interdisciplinary and community-based perspectives. They are also responsible for overseeing continuous evaluation and quality improvement to ensure sessions promote active learning, psychological safety, and lifelong reflective practice.

The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

Curriculum Design & Facilitation

  • Lead the implementation and organization of small group learning sessions across all phases of the MD Program, ensuring alignment with weekly clinical presentations and integrated themes working closely with the BioBehavioural Sciences Lead, Course Lead, Modality Leads and UGME curriculum team. 

  • Support the development of faculty facilitators in creating student centric small group learning sessions that allow vulnerability and foster reflective practice.

  • Oversee the alignment of small group sessions across the program, ensuring content, learning objectives, and assessment strategies are appropriately mapped.

  • Collaborate with content experts and faculty to enhance session design, operationalization, and integration of interdisciplinary perspectives.

  • Facilitate faculty engagement and development by providing guidance, resources, mentorship, and support for effective facilitation. 

  • Work closely with the assessment and evaluation teams to integrate both assessment and evaluation strategies, monitor learning outcomes, and inform continuous improvement of sessions.

  • Apply ongoing QI initiatives to continually identify opportunities to improve the curriculum and learning experience incorporating student and faculty feedback.

  • Ensure smooth coordination of small group logistics and contribute to program-level planning and quality assurance initiatives.

  • Ensure discussions reflect interdisciplinary perspectives and incorporate Indigenous and community-based knowledges. 

Instructional Leadership

  • Model and promote best practices in small group facilitation, emphasizing active learning, equitable participation, and psychological safety.

  • Mentor and coach faculty facilitators in observing group dynamics and intervening when participation is unbalanced or learning is limited.

  • Support facilitators in guiding students to take shared responsibility for their learning, encourage one another, and reflect on their progress. 

  • Champion the development of reflective practice as a critical component of lifelong learning and resiliency through small group engagement.

Collaboration & Coordination

  • Work closely with Course Leads (MEDS 410, 420, 430) and other modality leads to ensure small group learning integrates effectively with large group, laboratory and kinesthetic, clinical skills, and community learning.

  • Collaborate with the Assessment Team to align small group outcomes with workplace-based assessments and yearly milestones. 

  • Coordinate with Theme Leads and community partners to ensure small group sessions reflect diverse populations, community needs, and health systems perspectives.

Equity, Inclusion & Cultural Safety

  • Foster small group learning environments that are culturally safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed.

  • Collaborate with Indigenous Health and Equity Leads to embed equity-oriented, anti-oppressive, and culturally responsive approaches into small group learning. 

  • Support facilitators in developing skills to manage sensitive discussions and address bias and power dynamics respectfully and constructively.

Evaluation & Quality Improvement

  • Collaborate with the Educational Quality Improvement Unit to develop questions relevant for the evaluation of the small group learning curriculum.

  • Review evaluation reports to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address ongoing quality improvement. 

  • Contribute to the ongoing renewal of the small group curriculum and facilitator training resources.

  • Ensure small group learning remains responsive to evolving medical education standards, accreditation requirements, and learner needs.

Qualifications & Experience

Required 

  • M.D. and eligibility for medical licensure in British Columbia (preferred). Candidates with PhD or EdD in education, health professions education, or a related field who are eligible for appointment as Clinical Faculty may be considered.

  • Experience with the facilitation, design, or evaluation of small group learning in medical or health professions education.

  • Demonstrated ability to foster inclusive, collaborative, and psychologically safe learning environments that support diverse learner participation. 

  • Experience mentoring or supporting faculty or students in active learning and reflective practice.

  • Familiarity with undergraduate medical education and healthcare environments (with a preference for community-based or primary care contexts).

  • Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural safety in educational practice.

  • Knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities, perspectives, and values. 

Additional Assets

  • Knowledge of competency-based medical education and assessment strategies.

  • Experience developing or coordinating integrated curricula.

  • Familiarity with accreditation standards and guidelines for undergraduate medical education. 

  • Proven ability to support continuous quality improvement and apply feedback to educational innovation.

  • Understanding of adult learning theory and approaches for facilitating self-directed, participatory, and reflective learning.

*Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line "Application: for Small Group Learning Lead”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by February 5, 2026 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on February 6, 2026 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Clinical Site Director - Rural Communitites (UGME/PGME)

Who We Are 

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do. 

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up! 

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role 

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for Clinical Site Director-Rural Communties (UGME/PGME). The appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying clinical faculty position. The underlying clinical faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank in accordance with Policy A10.07- Clinical Faculty Appointments in the School of Medicine. To be eligible to hold the underlying clinical faculty position, candidates may be expected to be able to contribute skills-based instruction and case-based learning, service to the University and/or to the profession, and/or scholarly activity related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment equivalent equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE to facilitate other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) that candidates may have.  

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate, however, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 - $60,580 prorated depending on other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) outside of academic work. 

While in this position, you will report to the Associate Dean, Education, and you will work in close collaboration with the Associate Dean, Indigenous Health, the Associate Dean, Undergraduate Medical Education and the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education. 

Key Areas of Involvement 

Role Overview 

This pivotal position serves as a vital link between the SFU School of Medicine (SoM) and rural communities, ensuring that learners gain meaningful exposure to the unique strengths, challenges, and healthcare needs of rural settings. In this role, you will foster partnerships, coordinate educational opportunities, and enhance the visibility and impact of rural health within the School of Medicine. 

Key Responsibilities 

Community Engagement 

  • Build and sustain strong partnerships with rural health organizations (e.g., RCCbc, REAP), healthcare providers, community leaders, and other interest holders (e.g. UBC Chair in Rural Health) to promote collaboration and mutual support.
  • Create innovative strategies to strengthen connections between rural communities and SFU SoM. 

Program Coordination 

  • Design and coordinate rural clinical learning experiences for medical students and residents, ensuring alignment with educational goals and program standards. 

  • Identify and confirm rural learning sites and liaise with preceptors to support placements. 

Learner Support and Guidance 

  • Collaborate with Learner Affairs to support students before, during, and after their rural placements. 

  • Advocate for funding, housing, and logistical support for learners participating in rural experiences, in collaboration with partner organizations. 

Clinical Faculty Support and Guidance 

  • Partner with Faculty Education and Support to assist rural healthcare professionals in their teaching roles, address instructional challenges, and promote a positive learning environment. 

Outreach and Promotion 

  • Champion rural health within the School of Medicine and encourage students and residents to pursue rural healthcare careers. 

Feedback and Continuous Improvement 

  • Analyze feedback from students, faculty, and community partners to inform ongoing improvement of rural programs and initiatives. 

  • Collaborate with external partners on rural health projects and initiatives as opportunities arise. 

Qualifications & Experience
 
Required 

  • Medical Degree (MD) and eligibility for medical licensure in British Columbia. 

  • Extensive experience in rural healthcare - demonstrated understanding of the strengths, challenges, and unique contexts of rural and remote medical practice is essential. 

  • Knowledge of health systems and policies affecting rural and Indigenous populations in BC.  

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse partners, including healthcare providers, community organizations, and academic colleagues. 

  • Commitment to advancing equity in rural, remote, and Indigenous healthcare across British Columbia, with a collaborative and culturally safe approach. 

  • Ability and willingness to travel to rural communities and learning sites across the province as required. 

Additional Assets

  • Established connections with rural health networks, such as the Rural Coordination Centre of BC (RCCbc) and/or the Rural Education Action Plan (REAP) 

  • Experience in curriculum development, medical education, or student mentorship, particularly in rural or distributed learning environments. 

  • Experience managing partnerships or projects involving multiple interest holders. 

  • Demonstrated leadership, advocacy, or community engagement in rural health initiatives. 

  • Familiarity with innovative educational technologies or strategies to support distributed learning. 

  • Experience working with Indigenous communities or within Indigenous governance structures. 

Why Join Us? 

  • Make a meaningful impact by strengthening healthcare in rural and remote communities across British Columbia. 

  • Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation, inclusion, and excellence in medical education. 

  • Grow professionally through opportunities for leadership, partnership development, and continuous learning. 

*Credentials verification will be required. 

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: for Clinical Director - Rural Communities”: 

  • Curriculum vitae 

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments 

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references 

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Applications received by January 15, 2026 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence January 16, 2026 but will remain open until the position is filled. 

About SFU 

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity 

reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. 

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice

Faculty Education and Support Lead — Indigenous Health | Surrey-Hybrid

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Faculty Education and Support Lead – Indigenous Health. The appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying faculty position. The underlying faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with experience. To be eligible to hold the underlying faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate contributions to teaching, service, and scholarship related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment (approximately 0.2 FTE) to facilitate other commitments candidates may have. 

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the qualifications, rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate. For candidates with an MD, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 – 60,580. Candidates with a PhD, EdD, or equivalent expertise with relevant experience may be considered under alternate salary models.

This position reports to the Associate Dean, Indigenous Health, and works collaboratively with the Assistant Dean, Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support.

In accordance with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Persons who are First Nations, Métis and Inuit in Canada. 

We recognize the deep knowledge, lived experiences, and cultural strengths that Indigenous scholars bring to our academic community. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing are valued and supported. We strive to create spaces where Indigenous scholars can thrive, lead, and shape the future of research, teaching, and community engagement. We welcome applications from Indigenous scholars who are interested in joining a collegial and collaborative environment that honors Indigenous sovereignty, supports community-engaged scholarship, and is committed to meaningful and sustained relationships with Indigenous nations and communities. 

Short-listed candidates will be asked by the committee to submit a personal self-identification narrative and a letter of support from their Indigenous community to be considered for this position. We understand and acknowledge the deleterious effects of colonial and ongoing systems and structures such as residential schools, the 60s scoop and “status” cards on Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit or Métis) identity. This process is therefore intended to be interpreted in a broad understanding of Indigenous lived experiences and Indigenous community. Examples of support could include letters from urban-based organizations, respected community elders outside place-based family/Nations for those in the process of reclaiming place-based connections and/or similar expressions of support. We acknowledge the potential emotional labour and/or (re)traumatizing impacts of sharing personal narratives in this context and encourage applicants to consider this fully in their decision-making to apply. SFU recognizes and honours the title and rights of Indigenous people as stated in UNDRIP and we respect and partner with the host Indigenous Nations on which our campuses are located. We have the responsibility to illuminate the truth of Indigenous people in Canada and around the world and to begin to chart a path of Reconciliation.

Key Areas of Involvement

The Faculty Education and Support Lead – Indigenous Health plays a key role in embedding Indigenous knowledges, worldviews, and pedagogies across curricula. Working in close collaboration with other Faculty Education and Support leads, the Associate Dean, Indigenous Health, the Assistant Dean, Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support and the Indigenous Perspectives team, this role guides and supports faculty in building the knowledge and skills needed to meaningfully integrate Indigenous perspectives into teaching and learning. 

The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

Resource Development

  • Co-create resources to support faculty and preceptors in integrating Indigenous knowledges, pedagogies, and perspectives into their teaching.

  • Gather insights from faculty and preceptors on emerging learning needs related to Indigenous health, cultural safety, and anti-racism.

Faculty Education Delivery

  • Facilitate faculty education sessions, workshops, and land-based learning opportunities co-created with Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Holders, physicians, and the Faculty Engagement and Support team.

  • Mentor faculty on embedding Indigenous pedagogies, cultural safety, and anti-racism frameworks in their teaching practice.

  • Build and support networks of teachers within the School of Medicine who are engaged in Indigenous-focused faculty education.

Community Engagement and Relational Accountability

  • Collaborate with Indigenous communities to co-create meaningful faculty education experiences that reflect local Nations’ teachings.

  • Uphold Indigenous protocols of relational accountability in all faculty education activities.

  • Ensure faculty education reflects the experiences and health realities of Indigenous Peoples in urban, rural, and remote contexts.

Curriculum and Leadership

  • Align faculty education activities with Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action and recommendations from the In Plain Sight report.

  • Work closely with the Indigenous Perspectives team, UGME/PGME program leads, and regional site leaders to ensure coordinated and sustainable faculty education initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

  • Advanced degree (M.D. preferred; PhD, EdD, or equivalent) with professional expertise in health professions education, Indigenous education, or a related field.

  • Deep and sustained relationships with Indigenous communities, particularly those in BC, and a demonstrated ability to work in respectful, reciprocal, and accountable ways.

  • Experience designing, delivering, or supporting curriculum grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

  • Direct experience mentoring or teaching medical or health professional faculty and/or learners.

  • Demonstrated understanding of colonialism, Indigenous-specific racism, cultural safety, and Indigenous health inequities.

  • Knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities, values, and protocols, including land-based and community-based pedagogies.

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups, including Elders, Knowledge Holders, faculty, and health system partners.

  • Commitment to upholding OCAP® principles, Indigenous data sovereignty, and relational accountability.

  • Familiarity with medical education contexts (e.g., undergraduate, postgraduate, or faculty development programs).

Additional Assets

  • Licensed physician in British Columbia and/or experience teaching in medical or health professional programs.

  • Experience leading faculty development initiatives in medical or health professional education.

  • Familiarity with accreditation standards and educational approaches 

  • Experience working within Indigenous governance or leadership structures.

  • Previous involvement in Indigenous curriculum or faculty development within higher education or health systems.

*Credentials verification will be required. 

How to Apply

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application Faculty Education and Support Lead – Indigenous Health.”

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

  • Complete the Applicant Demographic Survey administered by the Equity Office. While participation is voluntary, your participation aids the Search Committee in ensuring equitable employment practices as specified in the job posting. administered by the Equity Office. While participation is voluntary, your participation aids the Search Committee in ensuring equitable employment practices as specified in the job posting. 

  • Short-listed candidates will be asked by the committee to submit a personal self-identification narrative and a letter of support from their Indigenous community to be considered for this position.  

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by November 20, 2025 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on November 21, 2025 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Faculty Education and Support Lead - Fraser Region (White Rock-South Surrey)

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Faculty Education and Support Lead (Fraser Region, White Rock-South Surrey).  Appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying faculty position. The underlying faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with experience. To be eligible to hold the underlying faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to contribute to teaching, service, and scholarship related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE (2 half-days per week) to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate, however, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 - $60,580, prorated depending on other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) outside of academic work.

This position reports to the Assistant Dean, Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support (AD FPES).

Key Areas of Involvement

The Faculty Education and Support Lead is responsible for engaging with community-based preceptors, facilitating teaching resources and sessions, and contributing to collaborative initiatives that enhance medical education within the region. In fulfilling this mandate, the Faculty Education and Support Lead works in close collaboration with the AD FPES, the region’s Clinical Site Director, the region’s Division of Family Practice, the School’s UGME and PGME program leads and local preceptors. The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

Resource Development

  • Assist with the creation of resources to support preceptors in their teaching roles for both the UGME and PGME programs. 

  • Gather insights from preceptors about emerging learning needs.

Faculty Education Delivery

  • Support the creation of a network of teachers for the SFU School of Medicine within the geographic region.

  • Facilitate faculty education sessions at the community level that have been co-created with the Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support Team. 

  • Meet with UGME/PGME preceptors in the community/clinic to provide teaching support.

  • Work collaboratively with the Clinical Site Director in the geographic region.

Committee Participation

  • Participate in the central faculty engagement and support committee once it is enacted and developed. 

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

  • M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) with license to practice medicine in British Columbia 

  • Must be a member of the regional Division of Family Practice (Fraser Region, White Rock-South Surrey) 

  • Direct teaching experience with medical learners

  • Knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities and values.

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups and teams

  • Familiarity with medical education training programs. 

Additional Assets

  • Experience with the development, management, and/or monitoring of medical education curriculum and/or programs.
    *Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: for Faculty Education and Support Lead (Fraser Region, White Rock-South Surrey)”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by October 10, 2025 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on October 11, 2025 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity

reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Faculty Education and Support Lead - Fraser Region (Surrey-North Delta)

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes.

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Faculty Education and Support Lead (Fraser Region, Surrey-North Delta).  Appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying faculty position. The underlying faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with experience. To be eligible to hold the underlying faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to contribute to teaching, service, and scholarship related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE (2 half-days per week) to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate, however, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 - $60,580, prorated depending on other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) outside of academic work.

This position reports to the Assistant Dean, Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support (AD FPES).

Key Areas of Involvement

The Faculty Education and Support Lead is responsible for engaging with community-based preceptors, facilitating teaching resources and sessions, and contributing to collaborative initiatives that enhance medical education within the region. In fulfilling this mandate, the Faculty Education and Support Lead works in close collaboration with the AD FPES, the region’s Clinical Site Director, the region’s Division of Family Practice, the School’s UGME and PGME program leads and local preceptors. The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

Resource Development

  • Assist with the creation of resources to support preceptors in their teaching roles for both the UGME and PGME programs.

  • Gather insights from preceptors about emerging learning needs.

Faculty Education Delivery

  • Support the creation of a network of teachers for the SFU School of Medicine within the geographic region.

  • Facilitate faculty education sessions at the community level that have been co-created with the Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support Team.

  • Meet with UGME/PGME preceptors in the community/clinic to provide teaching support.

  • Work collaboratively with the Clinical Site Director in the geographic region.

Committee Participation

  • Participate in the central faculty engagement and support committee once it is enacted and developed.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

  • M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) with license to practice medicine in British Columbia 

  • Must be a member of the regional Division of Family Practice (Fraser Region, Surrey-North Delta)

  • Direct teaching experience with medical learners

  • Knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities and values.

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups and teams

  • Familiarity with medical education training programs.

Additional Assets

  • Experience with the development, management, and/or monitoring of medical education curriculum and/or programs.
    *Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: for Faculty Education and Support Lead (Fraser Region, Surrey-North Delta)”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by October 10, 2025 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on October 11, 2025 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity

reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Faculty Education and Support Lead - Fraser Region (Langley)

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Faculty Education and Support Lead (Fraser Region-Langley).  Appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying faculty position. The underlying faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with experience. To be eligible to hold the underlying faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to contribute to teaching, service, and scholarship related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment equivalent to roughly 0.2 FTE (2 half-days per week) to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate, however, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 - $60,580, prorated depending on other commitments (e.g. clinical practice hours) outside of academic work.

This position reports to the Assistant Dean, Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support (AD FPES).

Key Areas of Involvement

The Faculty Education and Support Lead is responsible for engaging with community-based preceptors, facilitating teaching resources and sessions, and contributing to collaborative initiatives that enhance medical education within the region. In fulfilling this mandate, the Faculty Education and Support Lead works in close collaboration with the AD FPES, the region’s Clinical Site Director, the region’s Division of Family Practice, the School’s UGME and PGME program leads and local preceptors. The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

Resource Development

  • Assist with the creation of resources to support preceptors in their teaching roles for both the UGME and PGME programs. 

  • Gather insights from preceptors about emerging learning needs.

Faculty Education Delivery

  • Support the creation of a network of teachers for the SFU School of Medicine within the geographic region.

  • Facilitate faculty education sessions at the community level that have been co-created with the Faculty and Physician Engagement and Support Team. 

  • Meet with UGME/PGME preceptors in the community/clinic to provide teaching support.

  • Work collaboratively with the Clinical Site Director in the geographic region.

Committee Participation

  • Participate in the central faculty engagement and support committee once it is enacted and developed. 

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

  • M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) with license to practice medicine in British Columbia. 

  • Must be a member of the regional Division of Family Practice (Fraser Region-Langley). 

  • Direct teaching experience with medical learners.

  • Knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities and values.

  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups and teams.

  • Familiarity with medical education training programs. 

Additional Assets

  • Experience with the development, management, and/or monitoring of medical education curriculum and/or programs.
    *Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line with the subject line “Application: for Faculty Education and Support Lead (Fraser Region-Langley)”:

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

  • Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by October 10, 2025 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on October 11, 2025 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity

reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community”. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

Indigenous Curriculum Lead

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province. We seek to advance Truth and Reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes.

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for an Indigenous Curriculum Lead. The appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying faculty position. The underlying faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with experience. To be eligible to hold the underlying faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate contributions to teaching, service, and scholarship related to medical education and/or medical research. This is a part-time appointment (approximately 0.2 FTE) to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the qualifications, rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate. For candidates with an MD, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $55,580 – 60,580. Candidates with a PhD, EdD, or equivalent expertise with relevant experience may be considered under alternate salary models.

This position reports to the Associate Dean, Indigenous Health.

In accordance with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Persons who are First Nations, Métis and Inuit in Canada.

We recognize the deep knowledge, lived experiences, and cultural strengths that Indigenous scholars bring to our academic community. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing are valued and supported. We strive to create spaces where Indigenous scholars can thrive, lead, and shape the future of research, teaching, and community engagement. We welcome applications from

Indigenous scholars who are interested in joining a collegial and collaborative environment that honors Indigenous sovereignty, supports community-engaged scholarship, and is committed to meaningful and sustained relationships with Indigenous nations and communities.

Short-listed candidates will be asked by the committee to submit a personal self-identification narrative and a letter of support from their Indigenous community to be considered for this position. We understand and acknowledge the deleterious effects of colonial and ongoing systems and structures such as residential schools, the 60s scoop and “status” cards on Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit or Métis) identity. This process is therefore intended to be interpreted in a broad understanding of Indigenous lived experiences and Indigenous community. Examples of support could include letters from urban-based organizations, respected community elders outside place-based family/Nations for those in the process of reclaiming place-based connections and/or similar expressions of support. We acknowledge the potential emotional labour and/or (re)traumatizing impacts of sharing personal narratives in this context and encourage applicants to consider this fully in their decision-making to apply. SFU recognizes and honours the title and rights of Indigenous people as stated in UNDRIP and we respect and partner with the host Indigenous Nations on which our campuses are located. We have the responsibility to illuminate the truth of Indigenous people in Canada and around the world and to begin to chart a path of Reconciliation.

Key Areas of Involvement

The Indigenous Curriculum Lead is responsible for embedding Indigenous knowledges, worldviews, and pedagogies across the MD Program curriculum. In fulfilling this mandate, the Indigenous Curriculum Lead works in close collaboration with Learning Modality (e.g., Case-Based Learning) and Theme (e.g., Anatomy) Leads, the Associate Dean, Indigenous Health, and staff in the Indigenous Perspectives team. The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

Curriculum Development and Integration

  • Lead the development and integration of Indigenous content throughout all years of the MD curriculum.
  • Collaborate with modality leads (e.g. Case-Based Learning, Simulation, Community-Engaged Learning) to ensure alignment with Indigenous ways of knowing and local Nations’ teachings.
  • Ensure cases and teaching materials reflect the experiences and health realities of Indigenous Peoples, including urban, rural, and remote contexts.

Anti-Racism and Cultural Safety Education

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum that addresses Indigenous-specific racism, trauma-informed practice, and cultural safety.
  • Implement recommendations from the In Plain Sight report and the calls to action from the Truth & Reconciliation Commission

Community Engagement and Knowledge Co-Creation

  • Co-create learning experiences with Indigenous Elders, Knowledge Holders, and physicians.
  • Support student placements and land-based learning opportunities in Indigenous communities.
  • Embed protocols of relational accountability.

Curriculum and Leadership

  • Mentor faculty on integrating Indigenous pedagogies and anti-Indigenous specific racism frameworks in their teaching.
  • Work closely with the Indigenous Perspectives team to uphold Truth and Reconciliation commitments

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

  • M.D. (preferred), PhD, EdD or equivalent professional expertise in health professions education, Indigenous education, or related field.
  • Deep and sustained connections with Indigenous communities, particularly those in BC.
  • Experience developing or teaching curriculum rooted in Indigenous knowledge systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of colonialism, Indigenous-specific racism, and Indigenous health inequities.
  • Commitment to upholding OCAP® principles and Indigenous data sovereignty.

Additional Assets

  • Experience teaching in medical or health professional programs.
  • Familiarity with accreditation standards for undergraduate medical education and case-based or competency-based medical education.
  • Experience working within Indigenous governance or leadership structures.
  • Previous involvement in Indigenous curriculum development in higher education or health systems.

*Credentials verification will be required.

How to Apply

Please apply with the following documents via e-mail to ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca with the subject line “Application: Indigenous Curriculum Lead”

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments
  • Names and contact details of three (3) references
  • Complete the Applicant Demographic Survey administered by the Equity Office. While participation is voluntary, your participation aids the Search Committee in ensuring equitable employment practices as specified in the job posting. administered by the Equity Office. While participation is voluntary, your participation aids the Search Committee in ensuring equitable employment practices as specified in the job posting.
  • Short-listed candidates will be asked by the committee to submit a personal self-identification narrative and a letter of support from their Indigenous community to be considered for this position.

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applications received by September 1, 2025 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on September 2, 2025 but will remain open until the position is filled.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which

pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community. SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact ms_academic_affairs@sfu.ca.

Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, refer to the Collection Notice.

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