LTA in Department of Political Science

Limited Term Appointment
The Department of Political Science and Global Development Studies at Saint Mary’s University invites applications for a 9-month Limited Term Appointment position (non-tenure-track 8-month teaching contract with a 4-week paid preparatory period) with teaching commencing on September 1, 2026 and ending on April 30, 2027. The Department has teaching needs in the areas of Public Policy, Law and Politics, and International Law.

Applications are sought from candidates who hold a completed or nearly completed Ph.D. in Political Science or cognate fields. The successful candidate will be assigned a standard teaching load of five (5) 3-credit hour single term courses. The successful candidate will be required to teach an introductory course on Law and Politics (in both the Fall and Winter terms), two third-year courses on Public Policy, and a third-year course in International Law. The appointment includes participation in departmental governance. Honours student supervision may also be assigned.

Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada’s east coast, Saint Mary’s University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces, and fresh ocean air. Our campus is based in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq, and is global in reach and influence. The Saint Mary’s University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world—a world without limits.

Saint Mary’s University is one of Canada’s top primary undergraduate universities known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies, and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada’s best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary’s provides our students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Saint Mary’s is a community-focused institution with strong values, operating the way the world should. We embrace diversity, are committed to sustainability, and bravely tackle the issues that matter to society.

At Saint Mary’s University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at hr@smu.ca. Teaching loads, employee benefits, and salaries are governed by the Saint Mary’s University Collective Agreement.

Applications should consist of the following six (6) items merged into one file:

1) Letter of application addressing the listed criteria and areas of expertise;
2) Curriculum vitae;
3) Teaching dossier including teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and relevant sample syllabi;
4) One example of recent scholarly writing;
5) Official MA and PhD graduate school transcripts; and
6) Names and contact information for three referees.

Complete application files should be submitted by email to:
Dr. Lyubov Zhyznomirska, Chair (poli-gds@smu.ca)
Department of Political Science and Global Development Studies
Saint Mary’s University

The closing date for applications is April 15, 2026 at 23:59 (Atlantic Time).

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