HR/LY232 VA2 - Women, Rights & Equality Winter 2026

Wilfrid Laurier University; Alberta; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian university is seeking a qualified individual for a virtual course titled 'Women, Rights & Equality' focusing on the struggles of women and girls for equality. The position requires a Master's degree, with a PhD being preferred. Responsibilities include examining historical and cultural perspectives. The course runs from January to April 2026 and pays approximately CAD 5,554.87.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• PhD preferred for a related discipline.
• Experience in scholarly research or postsecondary teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine women's struggles for equality and human rights.
• Address how cultural and regulatory frameworks shape these issues.

Education

Master's Degree

PhD preferred in a related discipline

Job description

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Liberal Arts

Department: Human Rights and Human Diversity

Campus: Other

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10394

Position Title

HR/LY232 VA2 – Women, Rights & Equality

Term

Winter 2026 (January 1 – April 30)

Days/Times

Asynchronous

Hours per week / Total

3 per week / 36 total

Type of Course

Virtual

Anticipated Class Size

100

Additional Course Requirements

None

Posting Dates

Posted on: November 12, 2025
Posting ends: November 19, 2025

Position Summary

This course examines Canadian and international, especially developing world, perspectives on the historical and current struggles of women and girls to achieve equality and recognition of their human rights. Special attention is paid to how women's efforts have been shaped by and, in turn have shaped, cultural mores and regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications – Required

• Master’s Degree

Qualifications – Other

• PhD preferred in a related discipline
• At least one of the following (both preferred) with respect to the subject matter of the course: record of scholarly research or prior postsecondary teaching experience

Salary

$5,554.87 subject to CA 25.2

Application Deadline

November 19, 2025

Submit with Application

Required for All Applicants

• CV with current contact information (required)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF)

Required for External Applicants

• Evidence of good teaching (include official reports of evaluations for all courses taught for the last three years if using Student Teaching Surveys from institutions other than Laurier)
• Names and contact information for references (optional)

Optional

• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier
• Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

Applicants will be required to submit proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract.

Contact

Questions can be directed to Jennifer Beam at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors. Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity‑deserving groups. Indigenous candidates are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [e-mail]. Candidates from other equity‑deserving groups may contact Equity and Accessibility at [e-mail]. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada. Members of the designated groups must self‑identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity. All applicants shall be submitted online, and all applications will be reviewed under a set of criteria established by the part‑time hiring committee.