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Sessional Instructor - Department of History & Classics - Faculty of Arts (Summer 2018)

Competition Number:
08SI18
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of History & Classics
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Summer 2018

The Department of History and Classics at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a sessional instructor to teach the following course during the 2018 Summer Session (May 14 - June 21):

Course: HIST 3090-4: “Special Topics: Confronting Terrorism in Today’s World"

This course traces the roots of modern terrorism and its contemporary manifestations. Topics include the impact of the September 11th tragedy; the present struggle with ISIS and other Al Qaeda associated organizations; the historical use of terrorism among such entities as the Irish Republican Army (IRA), the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO), the American militia movement, and Irgun; the roles played by the American and European criminal justice systems, the military and intelligence services, diplomacy, foreign aid and other forms of “hard” and “soft” power in combating terrorism; and the link between terrorism and the media.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in History or a related discipline, and teaching and/or research experience that addresses the history of terrorism and its contemporary global context. Qualified applicants on the UPEI Sessional Roster of the Department of History & Classics will be given priority.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Application Instructions:

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

Dr. Edward MacDonald, Chair

Department of History & Classics

University of Prince Edward Island

550 University Ave

Charlottetown, PE

C1A 4P3

Email: gemacdonald@upei.ca

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Closing date for applications is March 1, 2018

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.