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The Opportunity
The International Development Studies Program at Saint Mary's University invites applications for an eight-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin September 1, 2019. The successful applicant will teach five one-semester courses (equivalent to a 3/2 or 2/3 load).
What you'll do
Responsibilities
The successful applicant should be able to teach third-year level contemporary issues in development; an undergraduate methods class; a regional specialization course preferably on Latin America, and two other special topics courses (preferably on labour and development and migration and development respectively).
What you'll need
Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants specializing in critical and social justice approaches to development and the political economy of development. Applicants should hold a PhD (or be ABD and close to completion of the PhD), with demonstrated excellence in teaching and research.
A little bit about us
Saint Mary’s University
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 7,000 students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. 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. The Saint Mary's University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a world without limits.
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Work With Us
Details on the Program and current course offerings can be found on our website: http://www.smu.ca/academics/departments/international-development-studies.html. The International Development Studies Program offers degree Programs at the undergraduate, Master's, and PhD levels, making it the largest interdisciplinary Program at Saint Mary's University.
Applicants should submit an application package consisting of the following: 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a teaching dossier including evidence of teaching effectiveness and course evaluations; 4) one example of recent scholarly writing; 5) graduate transcripts; and 6) names and contact information for three referees. Please merge these documents into one PDF file.
Applications are to be submitted online using the CareerBeacon application system. Applicants should visit www.smu.ca/employment, select the position for which they are applying, and click on the 'Apply Online Now' button.
If you require further information, please contact the IDS Program Coordinator: Dr. Evangelia Tastsoglou, Undergraduate Program Coordinator, International Development Studies Program: [email protected]
We will start reviewing applications by June 5 and continue the search till the position is filled .