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Sessional Instructor - Faculty of Arts (Summer 2021)

Competition Number:
06SI21
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Arts
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Summer 2021

The Faculty of Arts at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a sessional instructor to teach the following course in the Summer Session 2021. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

IST 6210:  Theory and Practice of Island Research I

This course provides students with an opportunity to develop, integrate and apply their knowledge of island issues and theory in a specific focus area. Students will be involved in practical experiences with private, public or non-governmental organizations that deal with island issues. In-class discussions and online forums will assist students in developing an interdisciplinary and integrated approach to analysing these experiences.

May 3 to June 11, 2021 (Online)

The successful applicant should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline or area of study, preferably in Adult Education or a cognate field. Experience in developing and delivering experiential learning curricula and other materials is required.  Experience interacting with placement organizations, working in a university setting, knowledge of the research process and of island studies is preferred.

Application Instructions:

Applications should submit an updated curriculum vitae and the names of two references, electronically, to:

Dr. Laurie Brinklow

Interim Coordinator, Master of Arts Island Studies Program

Faculty of Arts

University of Prince Edward Island

550 University Avenue

Charlottetown PE C1A 4P3

brinklow@upei.ca

Tel. (902) 894-2881

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 18, 2021

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.