Documents Needed to Apply

Documents Needed to Apply

Documents Needed to Apply

Documents Needed to Apply

Documents Needed to Apply

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Department/Faculty: Politics, Economics, and Canadian Studies
Course Name: Contemporary Moral Problems
Course Code: PHIL/RELS 2229 01
Academic Term: Winter
Class Timetable: TTH 3:00PM-4:15PM
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 1/6/2025
End Date: 4/17/2025
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Qualifications:
A PhD in Philosophy, Religious Studies or related discipline is required.
Successful applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to, and
satisfactory experience in teaching courses in the relevant area at the
university level, including experience teaching via distance modes using
Collaborate and/or Moodle.

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Department/Faculty: Politics, Economics, and Canadian Studies
Course Name: Reasoning and Argumentation
Course Code: PHIL 2220 01
Academic Term: Winter
Class Timetable: TTH 12:00PM-1:15PM
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 1/6/2025
End Date: 4/17/2025
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Qualifications:
A PhD in the Philosophy is required.  Successful applicants must have a
demonstrated commitment to, and satisfactory experience in, the teaching
of philosophy courses at the university level.

In the event the section is moved to online delivery, candidates must also
have experience using the Blackboard/Collaborate virtual classroom.
Candidates must be willing to participate in additional training in the
optimum range of teaching operations in the Moodle LMS and in the
Collaborate virtual classroom, if necessary, to reach the required level
of competency before the course begins. Candidates must also be sensitive
to the needs of distant, mature and part-time learners.
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Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:

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Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
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How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Jeffrey MacLeod, Dept. of Politics, Economics, and
Canadian Studies
Email: angela.green@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 6/11/2024
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Documents Needed to Apply

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time positions for Winter 2024

Posting Date: October 10, 2023.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff two courses that run for the winter semester of 2024.

Course: PHIL 1306 Reality, Thinking, and the Self

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Winter 2024 (Jan. 8, 2024 – April 22, 2024)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures MW 2:30-3:45

Course description: 

Does God exist? Do souls exist? What is the self? Could a Computer ever think? What can we know about reality? Students explore these questions and others through a discussion of classical and contemporary philosophical readings.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus for the academic year 2023-2024. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 50 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: November 1, 2023.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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Course: PHIL 2385 Philosophical Issues in Feminism

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Winter 2024 (Jan. 8, 2024 – April 22, 2024)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 1:00-2:15

Course description: 

This course examines philosophical issues in feminism, such as sexism, oppression, social construction, essentialism, gender, race, and class. Attention is paid to ties between theory and practice.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus for the academic year 2023-2024. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 40 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: November 1, 2023.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Documents Needed to Apply

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Department/Faculty: Political/Canadian Studies
Course Name: Introduction to Philosophy
Course Code: PHIL 1010 01
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: TTH 9:00AM – 10:15AM
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/6/2023
End Date: 12/18/2023
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Qualifications:
A PhD in Philosophy is required. Successful applicants will have a
commitment to, and satisfactory experience in, teaching related courses at
the university level including experience teaching via distance modes
using Collaborate and/or Moodle.

In the event the section is moved to online delivery, candidates must also
have experience using the Blackboard/Collaborate virtual classroom.
Candidates must be willing to participate in additional training in the
optimum range of teaching operations in the Moodle LMS and in the
Collaborate virtual classroom, if necessary, to reach the required level
of competency before the course begins. Candidates must also be sensitive
to the needs of distant, mature and part-time learners.
—————————————————
Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:

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Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
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How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Tammy Findlay, Dept. of Political-Canadian Studies
Email: angela.green@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 8/15/2023
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DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time positions for Fall 2023 and Winter 2024

Posting Date: July 14, 2023.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff a course that runs for both the fall and winter semesters of 2023-2024.

Course: PHIL 1200 DXX/DYY Critical Thinking

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Fall and Winter 2023-2024 (Sept. 5, 2023 – April 22, 2024)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 1:00-2:15

Course description: 

This course is an introduction to essential principles of reasoning and critical thinking. It is designed to develop students’ abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning, to examine critically beliefs, conventions, and theories, and to develop sound arguments. Emphasis will be given to decision-making and arguments in ordinary language, particularly those addressed to issues of public concern and moral debate. 

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus for the academic year 2022-2023. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 80 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: August 2, 2022.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY 

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY 

Part-time positions for Fall 2023 and Winter 2024 

Posting Date: July 4, 2023. 

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff a course that runs for both the fall and winter semesters of 2023-2024. 

Course: PHIL 1200 DXX/DYY Critical Thinking 

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University 

Semester: Fall and Winter 2023-2024 (Sept. 5, 2023 – April 22, 2024) 

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 1:00-2:15 

Course description: 

This course is an introduction to essential principles of reasoning and critical thinking. It is designed to develop students’ abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning, to examine critically beliefs, conventions, and theories, and to develop sound arguments. Emphasis will be given to decision-making and arguments in ordinary language, particularly those addressed to issues of public concern and moral debate. 

Qualifications: 

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset. 

Duties: 

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus for the academic year 2022-2023. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 80 students.

Remuneration: 

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912. 

How to apply: 

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf. 

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca. 

Application deadline: July 24, 2022. 

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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Department/Faculty: Political/Canadian Studies
Course Name: Social & Political Justice
Course Code: POLS/PHIL 2214 01
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: M 4:30PM-7:00PM
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/6/2023
End Date: 12/18/2023
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Qualifications:
A PhD in Political Science, Philosophy or related discipline is required.
Candidates must have knowledge of, and teaching experience in the area of
contemporary political theory. Successful applicants must have a
demonstrated commitment to, and satisfactory experience teaching in such
areas, at the university level.

In the event the section is moved to online delivery, candidates must also
have experience using the Blackboard/Collaborate virtual classroom.
Candidates must be willing to participate in additional training in the
optimum range of teaching operations in the Moodle LMS and in the
Collaborate virtual classroom, if necessary, to reach the required level
of competency before the course begins. Candidates must also be sensitive
to the needs of distant, mature and part-time learners.
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Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:

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Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
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How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Tammy Findlay, Dept. of Political-Canadian Studies
Email: angela.green@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 6/26/2023
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Department/Faculty: Political/Canadian Studies
Course Name: Reasoning and Argumentation
Course Code: PHIL 2220 01
Academic Term: Winter
Class Timetable: MW 10:30AM-11:45AM
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 1/8/2024
End Date: 4/20/2024
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Qualifications:
A PhD in the Philosophy is required.  Successful applicants must have a
demonstrated commitment to, and satisfactory experience in, the teaching
of philosophy courses at the university level.

In the event the section is moved to online delivery, candidates must also
have experience using the Blackboard/Collaborate virtual classroom.
Candidates must be willing to participate in additional training in the
optimum range of teaching operations in the Moodle LMS and in the
Collaborate virtual classroom, if necessary, to reach the required level
of competency before the course begins. Candidates must also be sensitive
to the needs of distant, mature and part-time learners.
—————————————————
Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:

—————————————————
Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
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How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:

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Department/Faculty: Philosophy/Religious Studies
Course Name: Contemporary Moral Problems
Course Code: RELS/PHIL 2229 18
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: TTH 1:30PM-2:45PM (Sync Online)
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/6/2023
End Date: 12/18/2023
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Qualifications:
A PhD in Philosophy, Religious Studies or related discipline is required.
Successful applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to, and
satisfactory experience in teaching courses in the relevant area at the
university level, including experience teaching via distance modes using
Collaborate and/or Moodle.

Candidates must be willing to participate in additional training in the
optimum range of teaching operations in the Moodle LMS and in the
Collaborate virtual classroom, if necessary, to reach the required level
of competency before the course begins. Candidates must also be sensitive
to the needs of distant, mature and part-time learners.
—————————————————
Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:

—————————————————
Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
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How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Randi Warne, Dept. of Philosophy/Religious Studies
Email: angela.green@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 6/6/2023
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DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time position for Spring 2023

Posting Date: February 13, 2023.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff one course for the winter semester of 2023.

Course: PHIL 1248 Killing & Letting Die

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Spring 2023 (May 8, 2023 – June 24, 2023)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures MW 9:30-12:29

Course description: 

When, if ever, is it morally permissible to kill another human being, or yourself? What is morally problematic about killing? Is killing morally worse than letting die? Are we morally obligated to prevent as many deaths as we can? This course explores these questions and others through a discussion of classical and contemporary philosophical readings.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus in the spring of 2023. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 30 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: March 6, 2023.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time position for Winter 2023

Posting Date: October 18, 2022.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff one course for the winter semester of 2023.

Course: PHIL 2311 Political Philosophy: Classic Texts

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Winter 2023 (Jan. 4, 2023 – April 21, 2023)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures MW 4:00-5:15

Course description: 

A critical examination of core works in the history of political philosophy. Philosophers discussed often include Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Mill, Rousseau, Marx, and Nietzsche.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus in the winter of 2023. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 30 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: November 7, 2022.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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Department/Faculty: Political/Canadian Studies
Course Name: Introduction to Philosophy
Course Code: PHIL 1010 01
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: TTH 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/7/2022
End Date: 12/19/2022
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Qualifications:
A PhD in Philosophy is required. Successful applicants will have a
commitment to, and satisfactory experience in, teaching related courses at
the university level including experience teaching via distance modes
using Collaborate and/or Moodle.

Candidates must also have experience using the Blackboard/Collaborate
virtual classroom. Candidates must be willing to participate in additional
training in the optimum range of teaching operations in the Moodle LMS and
in the Collaborate virtual classroom, if necessary, to reach the required
level of competency before the course begins. Candidates must also be
sensitive to the needs of distant, mature and part-time learners.
—————————————————
Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:

—————————————————
Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
—————————————————
How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Tammy Findlay, Dept. of Political-Canadian Studies
Email: Tammy.Findlay@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 8/12/2022
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Department/Faculty: Family Studies & Gerontology
Course Name: Roots of Peace and Conflict
Course Code: FSGN/PHIL*2202*16/18
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: W 5:00pm-7:00pm
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/7/2022
End Date: 12/19/2022
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Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s level education in Family Studies,
Gerontology, Philosophy or a related field, and expertise in the course
subject area. FSGN/PHIL 2202.16/18 is an online synchronous course via
Online Learning.  Applicants must have experience in successfully teaching
at a university level and in an online environment, including the use of
online and related technologies (Blackboard Collaborate, Moodle). If the
successful applicant does not meet this qualification, an offer of
appointment will be conditional upon completion of training through TLC to
reach the required level of competency before the course begins. This is a

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Department/Faculty: Family Studies & Gerontology
Course Name: Roots of Peace and Conflict
Course Code: FSGN/PHIL*2202*01:
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: TH 4:30pm-7:15pm
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/7/2022
End Date: 12/19/2022
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Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s level education in Family Studies,
Gerontology, Philosophy or a related field, and expertise in the course
subject area. Satisfactory experience teaching at a university level is
required, and familiarity with online technologies (i.e., Moodle and
Blackboard Collaborate) is required.

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time positions for Fall 2022 and Winter 2023

Posting Date: June 1, 2022.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff two courses, each of which runs for both the fall and winter semesters of 2022-2023, and a third course that runs for the fall of 2022.

Course: PHIL 1200 CXX/CYY Critical Thinking

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Fall and Winter 2022-2023 (Sept. 6, 2022 – April 21, 2023)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 11:30-12:45

Course description: 

This course is an introduction to essential principles of reasoning and critical thinking. It is designed to develop students’ abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning, to examine critically beliefs, conventions, and theories, and to develop sound arguments. Emphasis will be given to decision-making and arguments in ordinary language, particularly those addressed to issues of public concern and moral debate. 

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus for the academic year 2022-2023. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 80 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: June 24, 2022.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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Course: PHIL 1200 DXX/DYY Critical Thinking

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Fall and Winter 2022-2023 (Sept. 6, 2022 – April 21, 2023)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 2:30-3:45

Course description: 

This course is an introduction to essential principles of reasoning and critical thinking. It is designed to develop students’ abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning, to examine critically beliefs, conventions, and theories, and to develop sound arguments. Emphasis will be given to decision-making and arguments in ordinary language, particularly those addressed to issues of public concern and moral debate.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus the academic year 2022-2023. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 80 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: June 24, 2022.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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Course: PHIL 1306 Reality, Thinking, and the Self

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Fall 2022 (Sept. 6, 2022 – December 21, 2022)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 1:00-2:15

Course description: 

Does God exist? Do souls exist? What is the self? Could a computer ever think? What can we know about reality? Students explore these questions and others through a discussion of classical and contemporary philosophical readings.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on campus for the Fall of 2022. However, it is possible that the course will be moved to on-line/remote delivery, in the event that the University is required to close for covid-related reasons. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery (either on campus or remote); preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 60 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: June 24, 2022.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Documents Needed to Apply

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time positions for Summer 2022

Posting Date: March 4, 2022.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff one course for the 2022 summer term.

Course: PHIL 1248 Killing and Letting Die

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Spring term (May 9, 2022 – June 25, 2025)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures MW 9:30-12:30

Course description: 

When, if ever, is it morally permissible to kill another human being, or yourself? What is morally problematic about killing? Is killing morally worse than letting die? Are we morally obligated to prevent as many deaths as we can? This course explores these questions and others through a discussion of classical and contemporary philosophical readings.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset. As University courses for the winter semester may be offered online, both synchronous and asynchronous teaching are possible.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities include course and lecture preparation; preparation and evaluation of all student assessments.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: March 25, 2022.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Documents Needed to Apply

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Department/Faculty: Family Studies & Gerontology
Course Name: Roots of Peace and Conflict
Course Code: FSGN/PHIL*2202*16/18
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: W 5:00pm-7:00pm Online
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/8/2021
End Date: 12/18/2021
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Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s level education in Family Studies,
Gerontology, Philosophy or a related field, and expertise in the course
subject area. FSGN 2202.16/18 is a synchronous online course via the
Teaching and Learning Centre and Online Learning.  Applicants must have
experience in successfully teaching at a university level and in an online
environment, including the use of online and related technologies
(Blackboard Collaborate, Moodle). If the successful applicant does not
meet this qualification, an offer of appointment will be conditional upon
completion of training through TLCOL to reach the required level of
competency before the course begins. This is a coordinated course and
instructors are required to follow the course guidelines including
assignments, exams and teaching methods.

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Department/Faculty: Family Studies & Gerontology
Course Name: Roots of Peace and Conflict
Course Code: FSGN/PHIL*2202*01
Academic Term: Fall
Class Timetable: TH 4:30pm-7:15pm
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 9/8/2021
End Date: 12/18/2021
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Qualifications:
Candidates must have a PhD or Master’s level education in Family Studies,
Gerontology, Philosophy or a related field, and expertise in the course
subject area. Satisfactory experience teaching at a university level is
required, and familiarity with online technologies (i.e., Moodle and
Blackboard Collaborate) is required.

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

Part-time positions for Fall 2021 and Winter 2022

Posting Date: May 10, 2021.

The Saint Mary’s University Department of Philosophy is seeking to staff two courses, each of which runs for both the fall and winter semesters of 2021-2022

Course: PHIL 1200 Critical Thinking

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Fall and Winter 2021-2022 (Sept. 7, 2021 – April 26, 2022)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 10:00-11:15

Course description: 

This course is an introduction to essential principles of reasoning and critical thinking. It is designed to develop students’ abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning, to examine critically beliefs, conventions, and theories, and to develop sound arguments. Emphasis will be given to decision-making and arguments in ordinary language, particularly those addressed to issues of public concern and moral debate. 

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and delivery; preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. At present, this course is scheduled to be delivered in person. However, if the university switches to remote delivery at any point in the academic year, the course will continue as a remote course. This course is capped at 65 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: May 31, 2021.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Course: PHIL 1200 Critical Thinking

Department: Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Saint Mary’s University

Semester: Fall and Winter 2021-2022 (Sept. 7, 2021 – April 26, 2022)

Schedule: Seminars/lectures TTh 11:30-12:45

Course description: 

This course is an introduction to essential principles of reasoning and critical thinking. It is designed to develop students’ abilities to evaluate various forms of reasoning, to examine critically beliefs, conventions, and theories, and to develop sound arguments. Emphasis will be given to decision-making and arguments in ordinary language, particularly those addressed to issues of public concern and moral debate.

Qualifications:

The preferred applicant will have PhD-level research experience. Applicants must be at least ABDs in philosophy or a related field and should have experience teaching at the university level. Experience with remote /online delivery is an asset.

Duties:

This course is scheduled to be delivered on-line/remotely for the duration of the academic year 2021-2022. Duties and responsibilities include course/lecture preparation and online/remote delivery; preparation and evaluation of all student assessments. The course is capped at 60 students.

Remuneration:

Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement between Saint Mary’s University and CUPE 3912.

How to apply:

Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit (as a single PDF) a cover letter, CV, relevant syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. They should also arrange to have three letters of reference submitted on their behalf.

Submissions should be emailed to Scott Edgar, Chair, Department of Philosophy at scott.edgar@smu.ca.

Application deadline: May 31, 2021.

Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.