The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
The Department of Political Science invites applications for Sessional Instructors to teach the following courses in Spring 2024 (May 6, 2024 – June 17, 2024) and Summer 2024 (June 24, 2024 – August 6, 2024)
Courses of Instruction:
Spring 2024 (May 6, 2024 – June 17, 2024):
- POLI 359 (LEC 01) – Introduction to Comparative Politics; Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 – 12:00
- POLI 381 (LEC 01) – Introduction to International Relations ; Mondays and Wednesdays 16:00 – 19:00
- POLI 502 (LEC 01) – Advanced Topics Seminar in Politics – Gender and Politics in Africa ; Tuesdays and Thursdays 16:00 – 19:00
2024 (June 24, 2024 – August 6, 2024):
- POLI 357 (LEC 01) – Introduction: Public Policy Analysis; Blended Delivery: Wednesdays (In-Person) and Fridays (Online) 19:00 – 22:00
- POLI 483 (LEC 01) – International Law; Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00 – 12:00
- POLI 487 (LEC 01) – International Organizations; Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00 – 15:00
- POLI 379 (LEC 01) – The Politics of Development; Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 – 12:00
Position Requirements:
- Phd in in Political Science or a related field; strong candidates with an MA may also be considered
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses at a university level
- Successful candidate for POLI 502 course must possess experience or research specialization on the topics of Gender and Politics
For course descriptions, please refer to the University Calendar.
Please note that the courses are tentative, pending sufficient enrollments.
For salary information, please refer to TUCFA's Collective Agreement, Schedule B. As per the Collective Agreement, the Faculty of Arts adheres to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments.
Application Process:
All applicants must provide a letter specifying the course(s) and session(s) of interest (in order of preference), outlining their qualifications to teach each course. Applicants who have taught in the Department within the past two years need not provide anything further, although more information may be requested later in the selection process.
New applicants must submit:
- A current CV containing relevant teaching experience (e.g., courses taught, textbooks used, where and when taught).
- Names and contact information for 3 potential referees; and
- Teaching evaluations (if available)
Doctoral students must have successfully completed their candidacy exams prior to the beginning of the term in question for their applications to be given consideration. They should also have discussed their application with their supervisor and include a letter of support from their supervisors with their application. Those who have completed the Instructional Skills Workshop at the Teaching and Learning Centre will also be given special consideration.
Please submit your letter and any required application documents online (in pdf form) using the “Apply Now” link. Please note that the application process allows for only four attachments, which may require you to merge documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application deadline: February 15, 2024
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([email protected]).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
Additional Information
For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Arts.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
