Job Description

The Faculty of Arts at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a sessional instructor to teach Journalism 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.

JOUR-3010 - The Long Form

The Long Form provides students with the opportunity to improve their reporting skills and to broaden their perspective by taking the long view of contemporary issues and events. In addition to developing their expertise with enterprise journalism, narrative journalism, and documentary storytelling, students will complete a final project that reflects best practices in the long form.

Qualifications:

The successful applicant should have a background in journalism and media studies, obtained through an advanced degree in a relevant discipline or area of study, preferably in journalism or media studies. A publishing, research, outreach, and teaching background in the subject would be an asset.

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 letter of application, along with an updated curriculum and the names of two academic references electronically to:

James Sentance, Coordinator
BAA in Journalism Program
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 July 11, 2023.

University of Prince Edward Island