A Sessional Instructor is required to teach a three-hour credit course in Journalism for the Winter 2022 semester (January-May 2022). This position is subject to budgetary approval. 

JOUR 3010: The Long Form 

The Long Form provides students with the opportunity to improve their reporting skills and to broaden their perspective by taking the long view of contemporary issues and events. In addition to developing their expertise with enterprise journalism, narrative journalism, and documentary storytelling, students will complete a final project that reflects best practices in the long form.

Qualifications:

The successful applicant should have a background in journalism and media studies, obtained through a Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant discipline or area of study, preferably in journalism or media studies, or through applicable professional experience. A publishing, research, outreach, and teaching background in the subject would be an asset. 

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

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a letter of application, along with an updated curriculum and the names of two academic references electronically to: 

David Hickey, Coordinator
BAA in Journalism Program 
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE
C1A 4P3
(902) 566-0478
dshickey@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.

UPEI will require mandatory full Covid 19 vaccination for all students, staff, and faculty. Exemptions only apply for medical, religious, or cultural reasons in accordance with the UPEI Covid 19 mandatory vaccination policy.

Closing date for applications is November 22, 2021.