PO322 VA1: Contemporary Security Issues

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

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university is seeking an instructor for an online course titled 'Contemporary Security Issues' for Spring 2026. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD specializing in International Relations and have experience in Political Science or a related discipline. Responsibilities include examining global conflict and security topics, with a focus on contemporary issues. Required application materials include a CV and evidence of good teaching.

Qualifications

• PhD with a specialization in International Relations is essential.
• Experience in Political Science or a related discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Examine global conflict and security in the post-Cold War era.
• Focus on contemporary debates and issues in security.

Education

PhD with International Relations specialization

Political Science or related discipline

Job description

Position Details

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Arts

Department: Political Science

Campus: Waterloo

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10583

Position Title: PO322VA1: Contemporary Security Issues

Term: Spring 2026 (May 4–July 28)

Days/Times: NA

Hours per week/Hours Total: NA

Type of Course: Online asynchronous

Anticipated Class Size: 100

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: January 30, 2026

Posting ends: February 13, 2026

Position Summary

This course examines global conflict and security in the post-Cold War era from a variety of theoretical perspectives with particular attention to contemporary debates and issues. Topics may include peacekeeping, humanitarian intervention, the military-industrial complex, the “war on terror”, refugees and migration, poverty and development and environmental security.

Note: This is an online course with pre-set lectures, reading and assignments. For more information, contact the Political Science department at the email address listed for inquiries or the Online Learning contact address.

Qualifications – Required

PhD with International Relations specialization

Qualifications – Professional Discipline: Political Science or related discipline

Salary

$5,612.53 (C.A. article 25.4.2)

Application Deadline

February 13, 2026

Submit with Application

Required materials are listed below under "Required for All Applicants" and related categories.

Required for All Applicants

• CV (required)

• Candidate application form (CAF)

Required for External Applicants

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

Optional

• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier

Applications and Contact

Applications may be addressed to: Dr. Christopher Anderson, Chair, Department of Political Science, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario.

How to Apply

Please apply online through the university’s application system. Applicants will be asked to sign in if they have an account. If you do not have an account, you may create one to apply. Once an account is created you can sign in to apply for the position.

Notes

This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement. All applicants are assessed using the applicable collective agreement and program-specific rubrics.

Please refer to the contract and rubrics for details on scoring and accessibility of information.

Please note: The CAF is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form should be uploaded with all other application materials by the posted deadline.

CTF Members may submit a single application to multiple course postings via a combined form. The PCAF link is provided in the notification you receive. The PCAF is due within 5 days of the notification and must be submitted via Qualtrics. If not submitting a PCAF, you may apply for each course separately. Refer to the collective agreement for more details.

Supplementary remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses is described in Article 28.3.

All applicants are required to apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time on the posting date.

Wilfrid Laurier University is committed to diversity and inclusion and to fair hiring practices. Equity and accessibility resources are available for applicants who need assistance applying or require an alternative format. Contact HR for accessibility support.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants must prove they are legally eligible to work in Canada. Designated-group members should self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) for employment equity considerations.

All course offerings are contingent on adequate student registration and budgetary funding.

For more information about opportunities and the online application system, please visit the university careers page. All applications are reviewed under the criteria established by the part-time hiring committee; only those recommended for a position will be contacted.