The Department of Political Science at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for Sessional Instructors to teach in the Fall 2022 semester. These positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

POLS 1010 - Introductory Politics I: Government and Politics in Liberal Democracies (3 Credits)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to politics. Initially students explore the nature of political activity and basic concepts such as political culture, the nation-state, the various roles of government, and the international system. The course examines differences among democratic, authoritarian, and totalitarian political systems just as it introduces students to such contemporary ideologies as liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and nationalism.

Lecture/Seminar: Three hours a week

POLS-2010 - Canadian Politics I: Government (3 Credits)

This course introduces and surveys the basic constitutional components of Canadian politics: Parliament (including the Crown, the House of Commons, the Senate, Cabinet, courts, and the bureaucracy), federalism (including the distribution of legislative authority, inter-governmental decision-making, and fiscal federalism), and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Constitutional principles and actual practices of government are discussed.

Lecture: Three hours a week

POLS 2110 - Law, Pol, Judicial Process I (3 Credits)

This course is designed to acquaint interested students with the nature of law. It has a Canadian focus with special reference to Prince Edward Island. The areas covered in this semester include sources of law, interests protected by the law, and fundamental legal and political concepts. Major areas of concentration are constitutional and civil law.

Lecture: Three hours a week

Qualifications:

Successful applicant(s) will have a minimum of a Ph.D. in Political Science.

Members of the Department of Political Science’s Sessional Roster will be given priority in consideration for this position.

Application Instructions: 

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

Dr. Gil Germain, Chair
ggermain@upei.ca
Department of Political Science
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 4P3

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing date for applications is May 20, 2022.