IP 642 The Social Politics of Migration Winter 2026

Wilfrid Laurier University; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian university is seeking a course instructor for 'The Social Politics of Migration' in Winter 2026. This course will cover the politics of migration, governance, and integration policy. Candidates must hold a PhD in a related discipline and have specialization in International Public Policy. The successful applicant will contribute to discussions on social cohesion and public attitudes towards immigration.

Qualifications

• PhD in Political Science, Global Studies, Economics, or relevant Public Policy discipline.
• International Public Policy specialization required.

Responsibilities

• Examine the politics of migration at national levels.
• Discuss immigration governance regimes and policy responses.
• Address citizen engagement and social cohesion.

Education

PhD in related discipline

Job description

Overview

Faculty/Academic Area: School of Int'l Policy & Governance

Department: N/A

Campus: Waterloo

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10293

Position Title: IP 642 The Social Politics of Migration

Term: Winter 2026

Days/Times: Tuesday 1:00pm to 3:50pm

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 per week / 39 total

Type of Course: Graduate core course

Anticipated Class Size: 20

Additional Course Requirements: none

Posted on: October 15, 2025

Posting ends: October 22, 2025

Position Summary

The course examines the politics of migration ranging from international migration governance regimes to immigration and integration policy at national levels. Attention is given to mechanisms of migration governance, and levers for political change and for enhancing rights and social protection. Some course themes may include citizenship, pluralism and governing diversity; social cohesion and public attitudes to immigration; politics of migrant rights and transnational social movements; securitization and enforcement; and policy responses to contemporary migration and population crises.

Qualifications

Required Academic Degree: PhD in related discipline.

Required Discipline: Political Science, Global Studies, Economics, or relevant Public Policy discipline.

Required Areas of Specialization: International Public Policy

Required Professional Designation:

Other:

Salary: $9,206.40

Application Deadline: October 22, 2025

Application Instructions

Submit with Application:

• CV (required)
• Candidate Application Form (CAF) (text omitted for formatting)

Required for External Applicants:

• Names and Contact Information for Referees
• Evidence of Good Teaching
• Verification of highest degree

Optional:

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

Application Details

Applications may be addressed to: Dr. Stacey Wilson-Forsberg, Director,
Master of International Public Policy Program
Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.