HE304: Introduction to Indigenous Health and Well-Being - Fall 2026 - Internal Posting

Wilfrid Laurier University • Waterloo, ON

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Students will advance and critically examine their knowledge, perspectives, biases, and practices in relation to Indigenous peoples’ health. This introductory course will include lectures, Indigenous guest presenters, activities, and critical self-reflection to facilitate learning about a) Indigenous determinants of health, b) cultural humility, and c) strengths-based and promising approaches to health practices, research, policies, and programming.

Requirements

• PhD or PhD (candidate) degree.
• Degree in Community Health, Epidemiology, Health Studies, Health Sciences, or Human Rights.
• Extensive lived/living experience as an Indigenous person or working with Indigenous communities.
• CV.
• Candidate Application Form (CAF).

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of Good Teaching (for external applicants).
• Verification of highest degree (for external applicants).
• Cover Letter (optional).
• Teaching Dossier (optional).
• Sample Course Outline (optional).

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures on Indigenous health and well-being.
• Facilitate critical self-reflection among students.
• Incorporate Indigenous guest presenters and activities.
• Examine Indigenous determinants of health.
• Teach cultural humility.
• Explore strengths-based and promising approaches to health practices, research, policies, and programming.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree