At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach an engaging online course exploring profound philosophical questions.
- Company: University of Regina, committed to inclusivity and diversity.
- Benefits: Flexible online teaching environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive community dedicated to academic excellence.
- Why this job: Inspire students while diving deep into philosophy's biggest questions.
- Qualifications: Ph.D. or M.A. in Philosophy; online teaching experience is a plus.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Per the URFA Collective Agreement 2021-2027: Applications for sessional lecturer positions shall include a curriculum vitae and a teaching dossier. This shall be kept on file for up to three years. These academic staff members may then make a written application to the relevant academic unit for upcoming teaching positions without including the entire file. Sessional Lecturers may also provide updated information to the file at any time.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.
Position Details
- Competition Number: 20260969SS
- Faculty/Department: Faculty of Arts
- Unit: Arts-Philosophy and Classics
- Employee Group: URFA CUPE 5791
- Job Family: N/A
- Category: Sessional
- Number of Vacancies: 1
Position Summary
This introduction to philosophy will explore how philosophy can provide answers to some of the more profound questions we face, such as questions concerning knowledge, truth, mind and body, personal identity, free will, morality, politics, reasoning & the existence of God.
Position Requirements
- Ph.D. or M.A. in Philosophy.
- Experience teaching online courses considered an asset.
Physical Demands
Pay Grade: Faculty Sessional
Salary Range: As Per URFA Collective Agreement
Status: Term
Work Hours: This is an online course. Instructors are expected to hold at least one office hour per week.
Course Modality: This course will be delivered online, asynchronously.
Course Dates and Time: Winter 2027 Semester: January 6, 2027 - April 30, 2027
Full-Time/Part-Time: Other Preference Posting: No Preference
Target Posting: Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information: philosophy.dept@uregina.ca
Job Open Date: 10/30/2026
Job Close Date: 11/13/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Application Instructions
Per the URFA Collective Agreement 2021-2027: Applications for sessional lecturer positions shall include a curriculum vitae and a teaching dossier. This shall be kept on file for up to three years. These academic staff members may then make a written application to the relevant academic unit for upcoming teaching positions without including the entire file. Sessional Lecturers may also provide updated information to the file at any time.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University's employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.
Documents Required
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Dossier
Optional Documents
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