Dear Colleagues, I realize that advertising per-course or "part-time" teaching positions doesn't occur often on this list, but I hope you will indulge me, since the particular suite of courses that we are advertising for the coming year – two intro IR courses and a course on Politics of the Environment – might make it attractive for a few on this list.
The closing date is approaching (June 22 – this Friday - for the two intro IR courses; July 4 for the third), so apologies for the short notice. If you are interested in applying but anticipate having difficulties submitting an application by the closing date, or just want more information, please let me know: [email protected] or (902)585-1925. More details on the positions is below. Regards, Andrew Biro Associate Professor and Acting Head Dept of Politics Acadia University Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6 (902)585-1925 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Competition #POLS 05-254-12 Course Title POLS 3883 X2 – The Politics of the Environment Contract Term December 15, 2012 to April 30, 2013 (Winter Term) Course Schedule Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 5:30pm Employee Group Acadia University Faculty Association Basic Stipend $5,550 per 3 hour credit course Course Description We study Canadian and international environmental politics to identify and assess policy processes at the national and intergovernmental levels. We review the reluctance of the federal government to lead on Canadian environmental issues. We then evaluate international regimes on ozone, climate, species, whaling, forests and hazardous waste. Can sovereign states, divided on North-South concerns, cooperate on environmental problems? Qualifications The minimum requirement is ABD in a PhD program in Politics or other relevant field (e.g. International Relations, Environmental Studies). The successful applicant must have relevant teaching experience, and an ability to incorporate current developments in the field. The ability to broaden the scope of the course beyond the stated focus on policy and regimes would be an asset. Submissions should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae and sample course syllabus. Applications should be sent via any of the following to: Kelli Mahoney, Human Resources Department Post: Acadia University, Wolfville NS B4P 2R6 Fax: 902-585-1075 E-mail: [email protected] Competition closes July 4, 2012. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Acadia University is committed to employment equity and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We therefore invite applications from Aboriginal peoples, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women, as well as persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment to a position is academic and professional excellence. Candidates who are a member of one of the aforementioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, should complete the Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package. While budgetary approval has been granted for this position, Acadia University reserves the right not to fill this position, or to fill this position at a level different from the advertised level or term. Competition #POLS 03-244-12 Course Title POLS 2683 – Global Politics Contract Term August 15, 2012 to December 31, 2012 (Fall Term) Course Schedule Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Employee Group Acadia University Faculty Association Basic Stipend $5,550 per 3 hour credit course Course Description This course introduces the core schools of thought in the discipline of International Relations. It does so in the context of examining the tensions between states and globalization. We review historical and changing patterns of conflict and cooperation in the international system. We study global governance organizations like the United Nations and processes of international law. We discuss issues like terrorism, nuclear proliferation and peacekeeping and humanitarian intervention. Qualifications The minimum requirement is ABD status in a PhD program. The successful applicant must have teaching experience in introductory global politics or international relations courses; must be able to teach from a variety of theoretical perspectives that are central to the sub-discipline. The current text in use is The Globalization of World Politics Fifth Edition (Oxford: Oxford University Press 2011). A sample syllabus for this course is required. Candidates are also encouraged to apply for Competition #POLS 04-245-12. Submissions should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae and sample course syllabus. Applications should be addressed to the Search Committee sent via any of the following to: c/o Kelli Mahoney, Human Resources Department Post: Acadia University, Wolfville NS B4P 2R6 Fax: 902-585-1075 E-mail: [email protected] Competition closes June 22, 2012. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Acadia University is committed to employment equity and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We therefore invite applications from Aboriginal peoples, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women, as well as persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment to a position is academic and professional excellence. Candidates who are a member of one of the aforementioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, should complete the Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package. While budgetary approval has been granted for this position, Acadia University reserves the right not to fill this position, or to fill this position at a level different from the advertised level or term. Competition #POLS 04-245-12 Course Title POLS 2783 – Global Issues Contract Term December 15, 2012 to April 30, 2013 (Winter Term) Course Schedule Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30pm – 3:00pm Employee Group Acadia University Faculty Association Basic Stipend $5,550 per 3 hour credit course Course Description This course covers the new generation of global issues and problem-solving processes involving states and other actors beginning with the global economy (trade, development, aid and debt). We then study actors and processes in other global regimes including human security, the environment, gender and human rights. Qualifications The minimum requirement is an ABD status in a PhD program. The successful applicant must have teaching experience in introductory global politics or international relations courses; must be able to teach from a variety of theoretical perspectives that are central to the sub-discipline. Ideal candidates can incorporate the following topics into their syllabi: gender, race and identity, international development, global governance and human security, indigenous politics and human rights, international political economy, climate change and global environment. Consideration of the text Global Politics: A New Introduction (London: Routledge, 2009) is welcomed. A sample syllabus for this course is required. Candidates are also encouraged to apply for Competition # POLS 03-244-12. Submissions should include a letter of application, curriculum vitae and sample course syllabus. Applications should be addressed to the Search Committee sent via any of the following to: c/o Kelli Mahoney, Human Resources Department Post: Acadia University, Wolfville NS B4P 2R6 Fax: 902-585-1075 E-mail: [email protected] Competition closes June 22, 2012. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Acadia University is committed to employment equity and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. We therefore invite applications from Aboriginal peoples, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women, as well as persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment to a position is academic and professional excellence. Candidates who are a member of one of the aforementioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, should complete the Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package. While budgetary approval has been granted for this position, Acadia University reserves the right not to fill this position, or to fill this position at a level different from the advertised level or term.
