Part-Time Professor - ECS 5501 000 - winter 2027

Saint Paul University; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Paul University seeks a Part-Time Professor for ECS 5501 000 in Winter 2027. The course is delivered in person, with the schedule set by the Faculty. Candidates should hold a doctorate in a relevant field and have university-level teaching experience in identity-based conflicts.

Qualifications

• Passive proficiency in the second official language.
• Sensitivity to multiple differences (including abilities, genders, and cultures) and to students' concerns.
• Proficiency with both in-person and online learning tools.
• Doctorate in political science, sociology, international relations, anthropology, peace and conflict studies, or a related discipline, with a relevant specialization.
• In-depth knowledge of theories of collective identity and the main explanatory approaches to identity-based conflicts.
• Proficiency in issues related to ethnicity, nationalism, religion, language, minorities, discrimination, and identity-based mobilization.
• Relevant university-level teaching experience in identity-based conflicts, intergroup relations, nationalism, political violence, or related topics.
• Research focusing on causes, dynamics, and consequences of identity conflicts.
• Ability to draw on theoretical frameworks and empirical case studies to analyze mechanisms of collective identities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-person lectures for ECS 5501 000 during Winter 2027.
• Assess student work and provide timely feedback.
• Coordinate with the Faculties of Human Sciences and Philosophy for course delivery.

Skills

Second official language

Diversity sensitivity

Learning tools proficiency

Identity-based conflicts expertise

Education

PhD in political science or related field

Job description

Part-Time Professor - ECS 5501 000 - winter 2027

35306A Ottawa, ON, CA

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1393

Winter 2027

Vacancy: 1

*As indicated in Appendix A of the collective agreement for part-time professors.

Functions:

A Part-Time Professor is required for the following course:

Term

Course code

Course title

Faculty

Winter 2027

ECS 5501 000

Faculties of Human Sciences and Philosophy

Description of the delivery mode:000 – In Person course :This type of course is delivered in person, with the professor and students attending on the dates and times set by the Faculty.

Date

Schedule

Mode of Delivery

Language

January 11, 2027-

April 14 2027

Thursday 1:30pm – 4:30pm

In-class courses

FR

Course description: Theoretical concepts used in the study of the dynamics of religious and ethnic conflicts. Application of these concepts to various situations. Religion, ethnicity, gender relations, social class, and other markers of identity. Human needs for identity, mimetic theory, structures of domination, ethno-nationalist movements, and victimization.

Required experience and qualifications:

• Passive proficiency in the second official language
• Sensitivity to multiple differences (including abilities, genders, and cultures) and to students' concerns.
• Proficiency with both in-person and online learning tools
• Doctorate in political science, sociology, international relations, anthropology, peace and conflict studies, or a related discipline, with a relevant specialization.
• In-depth knowledge of theories of collective identity and the main explanatory approaches to identity-based conflicts.
• Proficiency in issues related to ethnicity, nationalism, religion, language, minorities, discrimination, and identity-based mobilization.
• Relevant experience in university-level teaching in the field of identity-based conflicts, intergroup relations, nationalism, political violence, or related topics.
• Research experience focusing on the causes, dynamics, and consequences of identity conflicts.
• Demonstrated ability to draw on theoretical frameworks and empirical case studies to analyze the mechanisms of construction, politicization, and mobilization of collective identities.

Applicants must clearly indicate in their cover letter the specific course for which they are applying. They must also provide:
(1) a brief description of their approach to course content and teaching; and
(2) concrete evidence demonstrating how their academic background, teaching experience, research, and/or relevant professional experience align with the course requirements.

Please note that Saint-Paul University will prioritize the professors that are already affiliated with the University according to article 14.6 of the part-time professor’s collective agreement.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. We will be contacting only those candidates who have been chosen for the next step of the selection process.