Job Description

The Department of Political Science at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a sessional instructor to teach in the Winter 2024 semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course. Note that this course has been timetabled for M/W 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM, with the first class on 9 January 2024.

POLS 2620 - Canadian Politics II: The Political Environment & Process (3 Credits)

This course introduces various aspects of Canadian politics, such as political culture, nationalism, regionalism, and biculturalism. It also examines electoral politics, interest group activities and the role of the mass media.

Lecture: Three hours a week.

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and the names of three referees to:

Don Desserud
Department of Political Science
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 4P3

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is December 14, 2023.

University of Prince Edward Island