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Sessional Instructor - Department of History & Classics - Faculty of Arts (Winter 2019)

Competition Number:
12SI18
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of History & Classics
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Winter 2019

The Department of History & Classics at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a sessional instructor to teach the following course during the 2019 Winter Term (Jan 3 - April 24):

Course: HIST 3090-3 - “Special Topics: The American Presidency” (cross-listed as POLS 3090-2)

This course examines the development of the U.S. presidency and the rise of executive power from the origins of the office in the wake of the American Revolution through the present day. Using a case study approach tied to pivotal moments and key themes in American politics, it assesses the role of the president as an individual strategic actor within the framework of the American political system, using as a lens the presidents’ impact on cultural, military, and political institutions. Significant officeholders are considered within the context of their technological, cultural, and political environment in order to trace the rise of the "Imperial Presidency."

Qualifications:

Successful applicants should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in History or a related discipline, and teaching and/or research experience in the field of American political history. 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.