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POSTING DATE: May 10, 2019
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  August 1, 2019

PAY RATE: Remuneration is based upon qualifications and experience.

WORK ASSIGNMENT:  The Contemporary Studies Program invites applications from qualified individuals to teach the following course:

CTMP 2115.03   The Idea of Race in Philosophy, Literature, and Art 
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, 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 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.

The class will be offered Tuesday & Thursday, 4:05-5:25 p.m., winter term.

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.  This position reports to the Director of the Program.

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants should possess, as a minimum requirement, a Master's degree in interdisciplinary studies or a relevant discipline or field of research. Some expertise in critical race theory will be an asset. Prior experience teaching at the university level is required.

Applicants must submit a cover letter stating their qualifications for, and interest in, teaching the class, a curriculum vitae, two confidential letters of reference and evidence of teaching effectiveness.

If you are interested, please submit your application and supporting documents in writing no later than August 1^st to:

Sharon Brown, Administrative Assistant

Contemporary Studies Program

University of King's College

Halifax NS   B3H 2A1

email: Sharon.Brown@ukings.ca

phone: (902) 422-1271, ext. 204

All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

The University of King's College is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage and welcome those who would contribute to the diversification of our staff and faculty including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.