The Island Studies Program in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a Sessional Instructor to teach IST 6260: Blue/Green Development Strategies for Small Islands – Winter 2020. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

IST 6260:  Blue/Green Development Strategies for Small Islands

Blue-green development is an approach that emphasizes the integration of marine and land-based resources and sectors, sustainable production and consumption, indigenous perspectives, diversification, clean technology, renewable energy and island entrepreneurship. This course examines and critiques this framework as a viable development path for small islands. This course could be taught online or face-to-face with videoconference accompaniment for students at a distance.

The successful applicant should have a Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline or area of study, preferably in island studies, or in a related discipline, including political science/studies, environmental studies and sustainable development. Those with a Master’s level degree and at least two years of teaching experience would also be considered for the position.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster of the academic unit

Application Instructions:

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

Dr. Jim Randall

Coordinator, Master of Arts Island Studies Program

Faculty of Arts

University of Prince Edward Island

550 University Avenue

Charlottetown PE C1A 4P3

jarandall@upei.ca

Tel. (902) 620-5013

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 October 25, 2019