CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1B

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2024, 04/09 – 19/12

Schedule: Fall 2024, Remote

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will minimally have a Masters in a relevant field or be currently completing a relevant Masters degree. They will have recent experience teaching at the postsecondary level, and a thorough knowledge (including through lived experience) of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with demonstrated community-engaged research and teaching will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 3000-level Special Topics course with current relevance in an area not currently covered by SJCS courses. In the quest for academic excellence, Social Justice & Community Studies considers lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity to be a crucial qualification for this position. 

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: July 24, 2024

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2024, 04/09 – 19/12

Schedule: Fall 2024, TR 01:00 pm- 02:15 pm; On-Campus

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will minimally have a Masters in a relevant field or be currently completing a relevant Masters degree. They will have recent experience teaching at the postsecondary level, and a thorough knowledge (including through lived experience) of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with demonstrated community-engaged research and teaching will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 3000-level Special Topics course with current relevance in an area not currently covered by SJCS courses. In the quest for academic excellence, Social Justice & Community Studies considers lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity to be a crucial qualification for this position. 

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: June 20, 2024

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 2220.2WW

Race, Racism, Colonialism

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Winter 2025, 08/01 – 23/04

Schedule: Winter 2025, TBA; Web Course

Academic Calendar Description:

Students critically examine the history, social production, and ongoing impacts of race, racism and colonialism.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional approaches to racism and colonialism. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in this field will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: June 20, 2024

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 2220.1

Race, Racism, Colonialism

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2024, 04/09 – 19/12

Schedule: Fall 2024, MW 10:00 – 11:15 am; On-Campus

Academic Calendar Description:

Students critically examine the history, social production, and ongoing impacts of race, racism and colonialism.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional approaches to racism and colonialism. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in this field will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: June 20, 2024

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Spring 2024, 06/05 – 22/06

Schedule: Spring 2024, TR 1:30-4:29 pm; Remote Synchronous

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will minimally have a Masters in a relevant field or be currently completing a relevant Masters degree. They will have recent experience teaching at the postsecondary level, and a thorough knowledge (including through lived experience) of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with demonstrated community-engaged research and teaching will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 3000-level Special Topics course with current relevance in an area not currently covered by SJCS courses. In the quest for academic excellence, Social Justice & Community Studies considers lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity to be a crucial qualification for this position. 

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: April 22, 2024

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 2000.1

Canadian Society & Soc Justice

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Summer 2024, 03/07 – 19/08

Schedule: Summer 2024, TR 1:30-4:29 pm; Remote Synchronous

Academic Calendar Description:

Prerequisites: SJCS 1211 Students examine social justice perspectives on Canadian society and state policies past and present. Possible questions include: What does it mean to be Canadian? What are the encounters involved in how the Canadian nation and identity come to be?.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will minimally have a Masters in a relevant field or be currently completing a relevant Masters degree. They will have recent experience teaching at the postsecondary level, and a thorough knowledge (including through lived experience) of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with demonstrated community-engaged research and teaching will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 3000-level Special Topics course with current relevance in an area not currently covered by SJCS courses. In the quest for academic excellence, Social Justice & Community Studies considers lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity to be a crucial qualification for this position. 

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: April 22, 2024

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 3813.1

Special Topics in Social Justice & Community Studies

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2023, 06/09-20/12

Schedule: Fall 2023, MW 2:30-3:45pm; On Campus or Remote Synchronous

Academic Calendar Description:

Students examine a selection of mid-level topics directly related to social justice and community studies.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will minimally have a Masters in a relevant field or be currently completing a relevant Masters degree. They will have recent experience teaching at the postsecondary level, and a thorough knowledge (including through lived experience) of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with demonstrated community-engaged research and teaching will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 3000-level Special Topics course with current relevance in an area not currently covered by SJCS courses. In the quest for academic excellence, Social Justice & Community Studies considers lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity to be a crucial qualification for this position. 

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course design and delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus or remote synchronous delivery is possible, with preference for on campus delivery. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

CUPE 3912

How to Apply: 

Candidates who currently hold an appointment to teach in SJCS should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above (including lived experience), CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course. All other applicants should submit a complete application: with a cover letter that addresses qualifications (including lived experience), CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, including the proposed course, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: July 26, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 2220.1

Race, Racism, Colonialism

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Summer 2023, 07/05-08/22

Schedule: Summer 2023, 1:30-4:30pm, TR, Remote Synchronous

Academic Calendar Description:

Students critically examine the history, social production, and ongoing impacts of race, racism and colonialism.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional approaches to racism and colonialism. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in this field will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of remote synchronous course delivery – including the preparation and delivery of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom will be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V., and recent teaching evaluations. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications and duties outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca 

Application deadline: February 27, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 2000.1

Canadian Society and Social Justice

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Summer 2023, 07/05-08/22

Schedule: Summer 2023 1:30-4:30pm, MW, Remote Synchronous

Academic Calendar Description:

Students examine social justice perspectives on Canadian society and state policies past and present. Possible questions include: What does it mean to be Canadian? What are the encounters involved in how the Canadian nation and identity come to be?

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, Canadian society and intersectional social justice. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of Remote Synchronous course delivery – including the preparation and delivery of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom will be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V., and recent teaching evaluations. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications and duties outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application (including a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations including preferably in the subject area, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability). Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca 

Application deadline: February 27, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1 

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Spring 2023, 05/08-06/24

Schedule: Spring 2023, 1:30-4:30pm, MW, Remote Synchronous

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of remote synchronous course delivery, including the preparation and delivery of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom will be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V., and recent teaching evaluations. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications and duties outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: February 27, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1B 

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2022, 07/09-21/08 

Schedule: Fall 2022, 1:00-2:15pm, TR; On Campus

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery, including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus delivery is expected but online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: August 22, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 4820.1

Special Topics in Social Justice & Community Studies

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2022, 07/09-08/21

Schedule: Fall 2022, 4:00-6:30pm, W; On Campus

Academic Calendar Description:

Students examine a selection of upper-level topics directly related to social justice and community studies.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in this specific area, and experience teaching at the 4000-level, will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 4000-level Special Topics course in an area not currently covered in Department courses, and with current relevance. Social Justice & Community Studies is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus delivery is expected but online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter, a C.V., and relevant course syllabus.  Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: August 22, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 2220.2WW

Race, Racism, Colonialism

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Winter 2023, 01/09-04/21  

Schedule: Web

Academic Calendar Description:

Students critically examine the history, social production, and ongoing impacts of race, racism and colonialism.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional approaches to racism and colonialism. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in this field will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery, including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus delivery is expected but online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations, preferably in the subject area. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application (including a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations including preferably in the subject area, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability). Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file sent directly via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: September 12, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.2B 

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Winter 2023, 01/09-04/21  

Schedule: Winter 2023, 2:30-3:45pm, MW; On Campus, potentially remote

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery, including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus delivery is expected but online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required. 

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: September 12, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 3829.1

Special Topics in Social Justice & Community Studies

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2022, 07/09-21/08

Schedule: Fall 2022, 2:30-3:45pm, MW; On Campus

Academic Calendar Description:

Students examine a selection of mid-level topics directly related to social justice and community studies.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional approaches to a specialized topic in Social Justice & Community Studies. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in this specific area will be preferred. The Department especially welcomes applications from faculty who can teach a 3000-level Special Topics course in an area not currently covered in Department courses, and with current relevance. Social Justice & Community Studies is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery – including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. On campus delivery is expected but online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform) will be required, and work via Microsoft Teams and Zoom may also be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V., and relevant course syllabus. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area. Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi in the relevant subject area, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: August 22, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1 

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Summer 1 2022, 05/09-06/25

Schedule: Summer 1 2022, 1:30-4:30pm, MW

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Applicants will minimally hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field (a PhD or being near completion is preferred) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery, including the preparation of lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom may be required.

Remuneration: 

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

How to Apply: 

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Other applicants who currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Submissions are made as a single PDF file only, sent via email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: April 5, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor 

Course: SJCS 1211.1  

Social Power Relations  

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.  Semester: Summer 1 2022, 05/09-06/25  

Schedule: Summer 1 2022, 1:30-4:30pm, MW 

Academic Calendar Description:  

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and  resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge  dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations  across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.  

Qualifications:  

Applicants will minimally hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field (a PhD or being near completion is  preferred) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of,  intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or  demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The  Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience  at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset. 

Duties:  

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery, including the preparation of lectures,  the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work via  Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom may be required.  

Remuneration:  

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

How to Apply:  

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the  advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Other applicants who currently hold a part time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they  meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi  (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment  at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of  academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names  and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as  a single PDF file only, sent via email to: email to: SJCS@smu.ca 

Application deadline: February 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor 

Course: SJCS 3810.1  

ST: Climate Disaster & Justice  

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.  Semester: Summer 2 2022, 07/04-08/20  

Schedule: Summer 2 2022, 1:30-4:30pm, MW 

Course Description:  

Students in this course will study the basic science of climate change, learn the history of climate  activism, connect environmental harm and capitalism, and reflect on what this means for our near  future. The course will center Black and Indigenous disproportionate community impacts, land care, and  resistance to the “resourcification” of the earth.  

Qualifications:  

Applicants will minimally hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field (a PhD or being near completion is  preferred) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of,  intersectional approaches to the climate crisis and climate justice. Candidates with publications and/or  demonstrated research in this field will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity  as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization,  Indigeneity will be considered an asset. 

Duties:  

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery – including the preparation of  lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work  via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom may be required.  

Remuneration:  

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

How to Apply:  

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the  advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Other applicants who currently hold a part time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they  meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi  (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment  at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of  academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names  and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s  teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as  a single PDF file only, sent via email to: email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: February 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor 

Course: SJCS 2220.1  

Race, Racism, Colonialism  

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.  Semester: Summer 1 2022, 05/09-06/25  

Schedule: Summer 1 2022, 1:30-4:30pm, TR 

Academic Calendar Description:  

Students critically examine the history, social production, and ongoing impacts of race, racism and  colonialism.  

Qualifications:  

Applicants will minimally hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field (a PhD or being near completion is  preferred) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of,  intersectional approaches to racism and colonialism. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated  research in this field will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential  to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity  will be considered an asset. 

Duties:  

Duties and responsibilities encompass all aspects of course delivery – including the preparation of  lectures, the creation and evaluation of all student assessments, and meeting with students. Online work  via Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom may be required.  

Remuneration:  

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

How to Apply:  

Candidates who hold a current appointment to teach in SJCS and who are deemed eligible to teach the  advertised course should submit a cover letter and a C.V. Other applicants who currently hold a part time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a cover letter addressing how they  meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations and syllabi  (preferably in the subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment  at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application: with a cover letter, CV, proof of  academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations and syllabi (preferably in the subject area), and names  and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s  teaching ability. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as  a single PDF file only, sent via email to: email to: SJCS@smu.ca

Application deadline: February 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 3508.2: Corporate Crime

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Winter 2022 — 01/10–04/26

Schedule: Winter 2022 — 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays

Academic Calendar Description:

Students examine and analyze corporate and state crime and social harm, the principal factors in the definition and commission of such crimes, and the ways in which governments and legal systems respond to the problems.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a master’s degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of corporate and state harm and crime. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of corporate and state harm and crime will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities of this course include course / lecture preparation and delivery, evaluation of student work, office hours, and responding to student enquiries via email and Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom. 

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 addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations (including preferably in the course or subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application (including a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations including preferably in the subject area, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability). Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file sent directly via email to: SJCS@smu.ca. 

Application deadline: Monday September 27 at noon. 

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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.1A 

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Fall 2021, 09/08-12/21

Schedule: Fall 2021, 13:00pm-14:25pm, MW (Remote Synchronous)

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities of this course include course / lecture preparation and delivery, evaluation of student work, offering office hours, and responding to student enquiries via email and Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or Microsoft Teams and Zoom. 

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 addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations (including preferably in the course or subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application (including a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations including preferably in the subject area, indication of experience with online synchronous teaching, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability). Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file sent directly via email to: SJCS@smu.ca.

Application deadline: June 4, 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.

CUPE 3912 Job Posting for Part-Time Instructor

Course: SJCS 1211.2

Social Power Relations

Department: Department of Social Justice & Community Studies, Saint Mary’s University.

Semester: Winter 2022, 01/10-04/26

Schedule: Winter 2022, 14:30pm-15:45pm, MW 

Academic Calendar Description:

Students are introduced to social justice perspectives on social inequality, power relations, and resistance. Students examine theoretical concepts of power relations and topics that challenge dominant notions about society. The biases and assumptions that inform the study of power relations across gender, race, class, sexuality, Indigeneity, ability and citizenship are also considered.

Qualifications:

Preferred applicant will have a PhD in a relevant field or be near completion (minimally they will hold a Master’s Degree) and have recent experience teaching at the university level, and a thorough knowledge of, intersectional experiences and analyses of power relations. Candidates with publications and/or demonstrated research in the field of intersectional social power relations will be preferred. The Department is committed to equity and diversity as essential to academic excellence, and lived experience at the intersections of racialization, colonization, Indigeneity will be considered an asset.

Duties:

Duties and responsibilities of this course include course / lecture preparation and delivery, evaluation of student work, offering office hours, and responding to student enquiries via email and Brightspace (SMU’s online platform), and/or potentially Microsoft Teams and Zoom. 

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 addressing how they meet the specific qualifications outlined above, a CV, and recent teaching evaluations (including preferably in the course or subject area). Applicants who do not currently hold a part-time teaching appointment at Saint Mary’s University should submit a complete application (including a cover letter, CV, proof of academic credentials, recent teaching evaluations including preferably in the subject area, and names and contact information of three referees, at least one of whom can comment on the applicant’s teaching ability). Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted. Submissions are made as a single PDF file sent directly via email to: SJCS@smu.ca.

Application deadline: June 4, 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.