The School of Labour Studies invites applications for the following
Course Number& Name: WRKLAB 4C03 - Public Sector Collective Bargaining
Number of Sections Available: 1
Number of Units Per Section: 3
Term: Fall Term September 8 – December 10 th , 2026
Location - Central Campus Room KTH-105
Start time & duration: Tuesday, 11:30-2:20 , non negotiable
Projected TA support: 0
Projected Enrolment: 25 (capped 30)
Wage Rate: $9,435.73(per 3 unit course)
Reports to: Prof David Goutor, Director School of Labour Studies
Course Description: This course examines unionization and collective bargaining for employees in the public, and para-public sectors. The topics covered include the origin and growth of public sector unions, models of public sector bargaining, legal aspects of bargaining rights and impasse resolution, bargaining issues and bargaining outcomes, and empirical studies of the effectiveness of dispute resolution procedures.
Required Qualifications:
A PhD or ABD is preferred, although applicants with MAs and teaching experience (either in post-secondary institutions or in the labour movement) will be considered. Applicants should have an interdisciplinary approach to labour issues.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.
*Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.
Application Procedure: Submit all documentation online via the Human Resources Mosaic Portal
Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as d efined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement).
Questions may be directed to CUPE 3906 (905-525-9140 Ext. 24003).
If you require this information in an alternate/accessible format, please contact Employee/Labour Relations Administrator at extension 23850.
