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Employment Opportunity: Part-time Academic Posting in the History of Science and Technology Program

The University of King's College's History of Science and Technology Program invites applications for a part-time instructor who would be responsible for teaching the following course:

HSTC3501.03: The Nature of Time I. 

This course considers views of time across cultures and societies, from the ancient world to the beginning of the early modern period. The readings and the topics of the class will be up to the instructor's discretion but will complement HSTC 3502.03: The Nature of Time II (which covers notions of time from the Renaissance to the contemporary period). 

Due to Covid-19, this class will be taught online, mostly asynchronous.  The instructor will be responsible for establishing reading, introducing texts, evaluating assignments, attending staff meetings, and holding online office hours. This position reports to the Director of the Program.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Applicants should possess, as a minimum requirement, a master's degree in any of these fields: history of science, classics, philosophy, early modern studies, religion, or cognate fields. Prior experience teaching at the university level is required. 

Pay Rate: Remuneration is based upon qualifications and experience.

To apply: 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 by Friday, July 24, 2020

Sharon Brown

History of Science and Technology Program

Email: sharon.brown@ukings.ca

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

We strongly encourage the application of 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.