ACADEMIC POSITION | CONTEMPORARY STUDIES PROGRAM (PART-TIME)

King's MFA Programs; Time; Presencial; NOK 365 000 - 547 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

University of King's College invites applications for a part-time instructor in the Contemporary Studies Program. The course The Idea of Race in Philosophy, Literature, and Art will be taught during the winter term (January 11–April 13, 2027) with classes Mondays and Wednesdays 4:05–5:25 pm.

The successful candidate will teach 3 hours per week, evaluate assignments, attend meetings, and may supervise a teaching assistant.

Qualificações

• Master's degree in interdisciplinary humanities or a related field is required.
• Prior university teaching experience is required.
• Expertise in critical race theory is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Teach The Idea of Race in Philosophy, Literature, and Art (CTMP 2115.03/BAFD2215.03) during the winter term.
• Evaluate assignments and provide timely feedback.
• Attend staff meetings and hold office hours.

Conhecimentos

Teaching

Critical race theory

Curriculum development

Formação académica

Master's degree in interdisciplinary humanities or relevant discipline

PhD preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Academic Position - Contemporary Studies Program (Part-time)

Established in 1789, King's College is Canada's oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King's is known nationally and internationally for its highly acclaimed interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its renowned Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts program in creative writing. King's is a community where students, faculty, alumni and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity and compassion to the world.

The Contemporary Studies Program invites applications for a part-time instructor who would be responsible for teaching the following course in the winter term (January 11-April 13, 2027): The Idea of Race in Philosophy, Literature, and Art (CTMP 2115.03/BAFD2215.03). What is race? How does racism impact our sense of self and the communities in which we live? The first part of this class examines the emergence of the modern idea of race, in relation to European expansionism and colonialism, philosophical ideas of the time, and the development of science. The second part of the class focuses on contemporary conceptions of race and their relations to culture, history, ideology, science, and everyday lived experience. We will consider contemporary debates on race and racism in the works of thinkers, writers, artists, and social activists, reflecting on the concept of white privilege and on the intersections of race, class, and gender. For 2026-27, the class is scheduled in the winter term on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:05-5:25 pm. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching 3 hours of classes per week, evaluating assignments, attending staff meetings and holding office hours. If eligible, the candidate may be required to supervise a teaching assistant(s). This position reports to the director of the program. All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

Qualifications And Experience

Applicants should possess, as a minimum requirement, a master's degree in interdisciplinary humanities or a relevant discipline or field of research, although a Ph.D. is preferred. Expertise in critical race theory will be an asset. Prior experience teaching at the university level is required.

Pay Rate

Remuneration is based upon qualifications and experience.

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion

The University of King's College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.