Assistant Professor – Canadian Studies Program and Department of English

The successful candidate will have expertise in Canadian literature and culture and a PhD in an Arts and Humanities discipline. An interest in pedagogy and experience teaching at the undergraduate level are assets. The position will begin August 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval. The appointment will be at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor depending on the candidate’s experience.

In addition to participating in a team-taught introductory Canadian Studies course, the successful candidate will teach an introductory course in Canadian literature, a course on media and popular culture in Canada, and two third-year courses on Canadian literature focusing on topics of their choice. The successful candidate will work with scholars who teach and research topics related to Indigeneity, diversity studies, border issues, critical citizenship, literary and cultural representation, and the scholarship of teaching and learning in higher education. Colleagues aim to support the successful candidate through informal mentorship and pedagogical collaboration.

Review of applications will begin on April 19, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae and a letter that details their teaching, research, and other relevant experience to the address below; they should also arrange to have two letters of reference sent electronically to the same address.

Ms. Brittany Jones
Administrative Assistant
Canadian Studies
Email:bjones@mta.ca

Short-listed candidates may be asked for further materials.

Questions or inquiries can be directed to Dr. Andrew Nurse, Acting Director of Canadian Studies at anurse@mta.ca.

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.

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