PHIL 100 - 398 - Introduction to Philosophy - Winter 2027 - Online

University of Regina; Regina; Remote; CAD 8,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Regina is inviting applications for a sessional lecturer to teach PHIL 100 – Introduction to Philosophy for Winter 2027 in an online format.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or MA in Philosophy; online teaching experience is preferred. The position is part-time under URFA CUPE 5791 and involves asynchronous delivery and regular online office hours.

Applications require CV and teaching dossier; posting closes Nov 13, 2026; work within Canada.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.A. in Philosophy; demonstrated ability to teach introductory philosophy courses.
• Experience teaching online courses is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach PHIL 100 online in Winter 2027 (online course).
• Hold at least one office hour per week.
• Contribute to course design and assessment as part of URFA process.

Skills

Online teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. or M.A. in Philosophy

Job description

PHIL 100 - 398 - Introduction to Philosophy - Winter 2027 - Online

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Per the URFA Collective Agreement 2021-2027: Applications for sessional lecturer positions shall include a curriculum vitae and a teaching dossier. This shall be kept on file for up to three years. These academic staff members may then make a written application to the relevant academic unit for upcoming teaching positions without including the entire file. Sessional Lecturers may also provide updated information to the file at any time.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.

Position Details

Posting Summary Competition Number 20260968SS Position Title PHIL 100 - 398 - Introduction to Philosophy - Winter 2027 - Online Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Philosophy and Classics Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1

Position Summary PHIL 100 – Introduction to Philosophy: This introduction to philosophy will explore how philosophy can provide answers to some of the more profound questions we face, such as questions concerning knowledge, truth, mind and body, personal identity, free will, morality, politics, reasoning & the existence of God.

Position Requirements Ph.D. or M.A. in Philosophy. Experience teaching online courses considered an asset.

Physical Demands: Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As Per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours This is an online course.

Instructors are expected to hold at least one office hour per week.

Course Modality Asynchronous. Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) Winter 2027 Semester: January 6, 2027 - April 30, 2027. Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted. Additional Information Contact Information [e-mail]. Job Open Date 10/30/2026. Job Close Date 11/13/2026. Open Until Filled. No Special Application Instructions.

Diversity Statement: The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.

Reference Letter

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Supplemental Questions

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Documents Required

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier