Course lecturer - ANTH 340

McGill University; Alberta; On-site; CAD 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Quebec is seeking applications to teach ANTH 340 - Middle Eastern Society and Culture in Winter 2026. Candidates must have a Master's degree and preferably hold a PhD, with experience in Middle Eastern anthropology. The position requires teaching in-person and knowledge of the cultural context. Committed to equity in employment, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in Quebec.
• English communication both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Teach ANTH 340 - Middle Eastern Society and Culture.
• Explore daily life, culture, and society in the Middle East.

Education

MA required, priority to holders of PhDs

Job description

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Winter 2026 Course

Posting period: October 1 - 15, 2025

Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2025

Salary: $11,479 / course (including vacation pay).

The Department of Anthropology invites applications to teach a course in winter 2026. Please complete the online application form and upload required documents. Applications will be ranked according to the collective agreement between McGill University and the MCLIU. Preference will be given to the qualified applicant with the most priority points.

McGill University is committed to equity in employment and diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Requirements

To work at McGill University, you must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in Quebec.

McGill University is an English-language university requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Course Details

ANTH 340 - Middle Eastern Society and Culture

Exploration of daily life, culture, and society in the Middle East through examination of ethnographic accounts.

Schedule: January 5 – April 14, 2026: Tuesday & Thursday (2:35 – 3:55 pm), Location: McConnell Engineering 11

Teaching Qualification Requirements

• Education: MA required, priority to holders of PhDs with specialization in relevant areas, or near completion of PhD.
• Experience: Priority will be given to candidates with relevant field research background in the Middle East and experience in teaching Anthropology of the Middle East.

This course will be taught by one instructor in-person.

McGill University Commitment

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from diverse candidates, including racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].