RLST 100-001 - Introduction to Religious Studies - Winter 2027 - On Campus

University of Regina Careers; Regina; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Regina Careers is seeking a sessional lecturer for RLST 100 – Introduction to Religious Studies, to be conducted on-campus in Winter 2027. The instructor will teach face-to-face on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 14:30 to 15:45 and provide one weekly office hour.

Applicants should have an MA in Religious Studies (PhD preferred) and experience with UR Courses (Moodle). Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada; review of applications begins soon and continues until filled.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of an MA in Religious Studies; PhD preferred.
• Demonstrated effective teaching at the post-secondary level.
• Experience with classroom and online technologies used by the University of Regina (UR Courses/Moodle).

Responsibilities

• Deliver RLST 100 on campus face-to-face Tuesdays and Thursdays 14:30–15:45.
• Maintain one office hour per week for students.
• Handle preparatory work and grading tasks as needed before/after the term.

Skills

Teaching experience

Classroom management

Online learning technologies

Education

MA in Religious Studies

PhD preferred

Tools

UR Courses (Moodle)

Job description

RLST 100-001 - Introduction to Religious Studies - Winter 2027 - On Campus

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

Position Details

Posting Summary Competition Number 20260909SS Position Title RLST 100-001 - Introduction to Religious Studies - Winter 2027 - On Campus Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Gender, Religion and Critical Studies Department Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1

Position Summary RLST 100 – Introduction to Religious Studies An introduction to the academic study of religion; a survey of the thought and practices of major world religions; the impact of religion on society and culture

Position Requirements

• hold a minimum of an MA in Religious Studies, preferably a PhD;
• have a record of effective teaching at the post-secondary level;
• have experience managing classroom and online technologies used by the University of Regina (including UR Courses [Moodle])

Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours The instructor will deliver the course on campus face-to-face on Tuesday and Thursdays from 14:30-15:45. Instructors are expected to have one office hour per week.

Sessional Lecturers may have preparatory work to do before the start date and sometimes may have to deal with grading tasks after the termination date.

Course Modality

On Campus, Face-to-Face Course Dates and Time Tuesdays, Thursdays - 14:30-15:45 Duration (if Term/Temporary) January 6 - April 30, 2027.

Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted Additional Information Contact Information GRCS [e-mail] 306-585-5128

Job Open Date 10/19/2026 Job Close Date 11/02/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Application Instructions

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

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.

If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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 Human Rights Code.

Reference Letter

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Supplemental Questions

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Documents Required

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
• Teaching Dossier

Optional Documents