Sessional Lecturer, Gender, Sexualities, and Social Justice Program (ISAP)

The Gender, Sexualities, and Social Justice Program in the Department of Political Studies, College of Arts and Science invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following ISAP course during the Winter 2027 session:

Course Number, Section, and Name: GENS 112.3 (92) Introduction to Womens and Gender Studies
Term and Course Dates: Term 2 (January 6 to April 8, 2026)
CRN: 32985, Tutorial - 32986
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as a Lecture
Course Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30am to 11:20am, Tutorial – Thursday 1:00pm to 1:50pm
Expected Enrollment Limit: 40
Qualifications: Minimum of an M.A. degree; but Ph.D. degree is preferred. Previous teaching experience in a university setting is considered an asset.

This course section is offered through Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways (ISAP) which bundles advisory, co-curricular and curricular programming to support the retention and success of First Nations, Inuit and Metis students in the College of Arts & Science.

Additional qualifications required for this ISAP section include the following:

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous community priorities and perspectives, and attention to socio-economic, inter-generational, and educational barriers that unequally affect Indigenous post-secondary cohorts in Saskatchewan

Familiarity with Indigenous perspectives and research methodologies as they connect to relevant academic disciplines, and to the development of skills for student success in those disciplines

Experience teaching using methods that promote collaborative and peer-to-peer learning in small course cohorts

Experience teaching mature student cohorts and students with nonstandard K-12 preparation in relevant academic disciplines

Demonstrated intercultural competence and commitment to pedagogic praxis (reflection and reflexive adaptation of teaching)

A valid driver’s license is required for off-campus courses. Appointment periods include additional days in recognition of preparation and marking time required. Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment.

Application Process:
Complete the application at the following link: Application Link.

If you are currently employed by the University of Saskatchewan in a full-time non-teaching position, discuss your application with your people leader to ensure the appointment is suitable relative to your current position.

Department: Political Studies
Status: Term

Employment Group: CUPE 3287
Academic Calendar: Course Dates and Academic Calendar
Stipend: CUPE 3287 Stipends

Posted Date: 5/13/2026

Closing Date: 5/19/2026
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

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