ACUP Instructor

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Traditional Chinese Medicine – Acupuncture Diploma (TCM-AD) – Competition ID: 2566
POSITION TYPE: Qualified Faculty List
POSITION START: September 1, 2023

KPU proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. 

The Faculty of Health at Kwantlen Polytechnic University invites applications for the Qualified Faculty List (contract positions) for the Traditional Chinese Medicine – Acupuncture Diploma Program.

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

The Traditional Chinese Medicine-Acupuncture Diploma (TCM-AD) program is a full-time limited intake program with 6 continuous semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer, Fall, Spring, Summer). It is 3 academic years, condensed into 2 full calendar years, and is run at KPU's Richmond campus. KPU is the first public university in British Columbia to offer a Traditional Chinese Medicine - Acupuncture program. Combining ancient Chinese philosophy with Western biomedical science, students develop the necessary skills to work in the acupuncture and Chinese medicine industry. The program offers a student teaching clinic on campus, which provides students with hands-on experience and knowledge in patient care in a live clinical setting, all while supervised by instructors who are certified practitioners, acupuncturists or Doctors of TCM.

The diploma includes a variety of courses in theory, as well as diagnosis, treatment and clinical practice. This is a comprehensive program including courses in English and Mandarin language, communication, Ancient Chinese philosophy, and Western biomedical sciences which are necessary for the critical understanding and development of complex Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts. The curriculum has been designed to offer an education of significant breadth and rigour within the contexts of TCM/Acupuncture fundamental theory, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical practice. Upon graduation, students will be eligible to write the Pan-Canadian acupuncture licensing examination, and become members of the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia (CTCMA).

The Traditional Chinese Medicine - Acupuncture program is guided by the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists (CTCMA). 
For more information about the Faculty of Health visit our website at

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Faculty of Health is seeking to hire for the Qualified Faculty List which is utilized for Non-Regular type 1 contracts as they come available. A non-regular Type 1 faculty member is a non-regular faculty member who is hired for a defined period, to teach specific courses or perform specific work such as substitutions, vacation coverage, short-term emergency hires and other work that is not expected to be ongoing.

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree of TCM

With RTCMP registered with CTCMA, no limits, no conditions, no terms.

3 years applicable teaching experience in topic area.

5 years.

Clinical experience.

Or Bachelor’s Degree in TCM

With Dr. TCM registered with CTCMA, no limits no conditions, no terms.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates are asked to submit:
Current CV including relevant educational, clinical and teaching experience.
Cover Letter including expression of interest

SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the   will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

Note to Applicants:
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.