Job Details

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees.  We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day.   While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected. 

The Department

The Kinesiology and Health Sciences department is part of the School of Health and is located in the main campus building in Grande Prairie. Within the department we offer a Kinesiology Diploma, Bachelor of Kinesiology (UT), and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (UT).

The Role

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Instructor in exercise physiology to join our academic team. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship within the program. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about applied and theoretical aspects of human and exercise physiology. This position will include in person lectures and labs during the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 semesters for the following courses:

• PE1015 Essentials of Human Physiology
• PE1030 Integrative Human Physiology
• PE2000 Exercise Physiology

This is a full-time sessional (leave replacement) position from August 15, 2026 to April 30, 2027. There may also be the opportunity to teach a part-time sessional course for the Spring 2027 session from approximately May 1, 2027 to June 30, 2027.  Please note that instruction will be in-person and this is not a remote position. Relocation expenses will be reimbursed for the successful candidate as per appropriate policies. 

To learn more about the Academic Staff, please click here: https://www.nwpolytech.ca/departments/asa/. Please contact Human Resources for further information regarding the appointment type if you have any additional enquiries.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences.  If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

The successful candidate will have a Masters in Kinesiology or a related field. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Candidates must have a Masters in a Kinesiology or related field.  Experience teaching in post-secondary environment is preferred. 
• Candidates will lead exercise physiology labs activities in our new Kinesiology and Health Sciences Laboratory which requires the ability to use and maintain equipment such as metabolic carts, and fitness testing and monitoring devices.
• Candidates must be able to apply different instructional strategies to meet the needs of students with different learning styles.
• Knowledge of Northwestern Polytechnic courses and current educational technologies commonly found in classrooms (e.g., videoconferencing, D2L) are desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Highly qualified faculty, who seek to continuously improve instruction and meet the need of learners.
• Willingness to work with and support the Teaching & Learning Centre.
• Student Focused.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organization.
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Professional certifications such as CSEP, ACSM, CSCS, AKA or similar are considered an asset. 

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically will be considered.

Upon submission of CVs, please also include:

• a cover letter
• reference list
• a copy of unofficial academic transcripts
• proof of credential
• a teaching philosophy statement 

Applications are to be submitted through the Northwestern Polytechnic website.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca .

Thank you for applying to NWP!