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Sessional Instructor - Island Studies Program - Faculty of Arts (Winter 2021)

Competition Number:
45SI20
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Island Studies Program - Faculty of Arts
Position:
Sessional Instuctor
Contract:
Winter 2021

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 6120 - Small Island International Relations - Winter 2021. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

IST 6120: Small Island International Relations

Small-island states share a wide range of issues that are either exclusive to small islands or of particular salience for these island states. This course explores in-depth the international agenda for small-island states, the channels and resources involved in their international relations, and the attention and commitment of metropolitan states and international organizations. This course will be taught online.

Qualifications:

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 in the social sciences or business management. Those with a Master’s level degree and at least two years of teaching experience would also be considered for the position. Demonstrated experience teaching courses in an online format would be an asset.

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

Application Instructions:

Applications should submit an updated curriculum vitae and the names of two academic 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 October 29, 2020

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.