Course Lecturer ANTH 504

McGill University; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking a qualified individual to teach Environmental Archaeology (ANTH 504) in person for the winter 2026 session. Candidates with a relevant MA or Ph.D. and teaching experience are preferred. The position emphasizes equity in employment and welcomes diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a relevant MA or Ph.D. in anthropology or related fields.
• Experience in teaching or relevant fieldwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Environmental Archaeology (ANTH 504) to students in-person.

Skills

Relevant field research background

Experience in teaching environmental archaeology

Education

MA required; preference for Ph.D or near completion

Job description

Overview

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Posting period: October 1-15, 2025

Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2025

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

The Department of Anthropology is inviting 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.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

For any questions, please contact [e-mail]

(This posting will expire at 00:00 am the day of the deadline to apply. You have until midnight the day before the deadline to apply to submit your application.)

Course details

ANTH 504 - Environmental Archaeology

Study of long-term relationships between humans and their environments based on empirical evidence. Topics include review of methodological tools in paleoecological reconstruction, and approaches to evaluating human-environment relationships. Examples will be drawn from various subfields, including, but not limited to, settlement archaeology, human ecology, and landscape archaeology.

January 5 – April 14, 2026: Tuesday (2:35 – 5:25 pm)

Location: Leacock 721

Teaching Qualification Requirements

Education:

• MA required; Priority to holders of Ph.Ds with specialization in relevant areas, or near completion of degree.

Experience:

• Priority will be given to candidates with relevant field research background and experience in teaching environmental archaeology.

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

Hiring and Course Details

Hiring Unit: Department of Anthropology

Course Title: Environmental Archaeology

Subject Code: ANTH 504 001

Location: Leacock 721

Schedule: Tuesday 2:35-5:25

Deadline to Apply: 2025-10-15

Equity and accommodations:

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].