Part-Time Academic (POLI 2215) Canadian Aboriginal Politics Winter 2023 - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Part-Time Academic (POLI 2215) Canadian Aboriginal Politics Winter 2023Posting Number PTAP1696PDepartment/Unit Political ScienceLocation HalifaxJob Summary & Key ResponsibilitiesThis part-time academic will be required to teach POLI 2215.03, Canadian Aboriginal Politics during Winter Term (January 2023-April 2023), currently scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays from 14:35 p.m.-15:55 p.m.Course description: This course explores the colonial relationship between Indigenous peoples in what we call Canada and the Canadian settler-state, or the Crown. Dominant themes include nationhood, identity, autonomy, colonialism, and the state. We discuss Indigenous ways of knowing and being in Canada and how the settler state attempts to subvert these ideas. We examine the key political and legal issues, cases, and events that shape the relationship between Indigenous peoples and Canada. Some key questions include how Indigenous peoples conceptualize self-determination; how the state is understood and experienced by Indigenous peoples; and how misogyny and the patriarchy have shaped colonialism and self-determination.The part-time academic will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, test preparation and evaluation. The position reports to the Chair of the Department.Qualifications/Requirements of PositionPreference will be given to applicants with a PhD, or nearly completed PhD in Political Science or another relevant field of study. A Master’s Degree in Political Science or a related field may also be considered. Previous experience in teaching Indigenous politics will be an asset.Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective AgreementAdditional InformationAll offers of employment as a Part-time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrollment in the course and approval by the University.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.Posting Detail InformationTerm of appointment January to April 2023Open Date 10/11/2022Close Date 10/21/2022Open Until FilledQuick Apply

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