The Faculty of Arts is seeking qualified Contract Academic Staff (CAS) to teach the following courses taught in the Department of Political Science at the Brandon University Campus for the Fall Session in Term 1. The courses may be delivered in an online synchronous format but preference will be given to qualified candidates who will teach in-person.
Qualifications: Applicants must have successful teaching experience and relevant expertise in Political Science or related field. They will hold a Master’s Degree in Political Science, and those holding a Ph.D. or who are at the ABD stage may be preferred. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Master’s degree and are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials.
Salary: $8,132 per 3 credit hour course.
Application deadline: A review of applications will begin July 7, 2026, and the posting will remain open until the position(s) is filled.
Fall Term: Classes run from September 9 to December 11, 2026, with an exam period following.
78:372 EUROPEAN POLITICS – Slot 8 (Mond. and Wed.- 3:40-5:30pm) – Fall
This course explores contemporary politics in and across Europe from a comparative perspective. In addition to the study of elections, parties and governing institutions in selected countries, the course focuses on salient thematic issues relevant to an understanding of European politics, such as borders, belonging and the movement of people; the European minority rights regime; changing notions of European identity, and the prospects for, and challenges of, European integration. Special attention is devoted to the European Union.
Please apply by submitting a letter of application, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three referees in a single pdf file in English to the Office of the Dean of Arts (see email below). Courses will run based on sufficient enrolment and budgetary approval.
To apply, please email Laurence LeMoine at [email protected] and indicate for which position(s) you are applying.
Issued June 2, 2026
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.
