Instructor, Anthropology (Updated)

Vancouver Island University; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking an instructor for undergraduate courses in the Anthropology Department. Responsibilities include course instruction, student assessment, and support. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Anthropology and demonstrate effective teaching skills for diverse learners. Opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits plan are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Paid holiday time

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a doctoral degree in Anthropology.
• Should demonstrate a record of relevant successful undergraduate teaching.
• Knowledge of course content is essential.
• Experience in teaching diverse learning styles is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in the Anthropology Department.
• Prepare and deliver lectures, assess and evaluate students.
• Provide student support during office hours.

Skills

Relevant successful undergraduate teaching

Knowledge of course content

Ability to address diverse learning styles

Experience with learning management systems

Education

Doctoral degree in Anthropology

Tools

Desire2Learn

Blackboard

Moodle

Job description

Duties:

Teach one or more undergraduate courses in the Anthropology Department. Instruction includes preparation and delivery of lectures, assessment and evaluation of students, facilitation of students' learning, and provision of student support during office hours. The courses will be taught face-to-face, use of the introductory text approved by the Department is required to support integration with other course offerings in the program. If an instructor cannot be found to deliver these courses face to face then online delivery may be considered.

The courses include:

Fall 2025

ANTH 112: F25N01 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 10:00-11:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus

Spring 2026

ANTH 112: S26N01 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 13:00-14:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus

ANTH 212 S26N01 - Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 08:30-10:00
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus

ANTH 324 S26N01-Food and Culture
T/R 10:00-11:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus

Course descriptions and more information about the Anthropology Department can be found at: https://www.viu.ca/programs/arts-humanities-social-sciences/anthropology-ba

Please include in your cover letter a clear statement of course(s) you're applying to teach and summary of relevant education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in Anthropology from an appropriately accredited institution
• A record of relevant successful undergraduate teaching
• Demonstrated knowledge of course content
• Demonstrated ability to deliver courses that address diverse learning styles and cultural and academic backgrounds
• Experience using a common learning management system, such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, or Moodle

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral specialization in relevant subject area
• Experience in teaching small classes in an inclusive institutional environment

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.