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Job Title: Instructor, Canadian Studies, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
Employee Group: LFA
Employee Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
Start Date: Tuesday, September 1 2026
End Date: Thursday, December 31 2026
Job Summary: CNST 1110 — American Power in Canada Provides an understanding of contemporary American cultural, economic, and political power in Canada and the varied popular and institutional responses. Topics may include the political-economy of Canada - US relations; the free trade agreements and globalization; and American impact on Canadian arts, film, and media.
Job Description: One temporary position to teach a section of Canadian Studies 1110: American Power in Canada. This course provides an understanding of contemporary American cultural, economic, and political power in Canada and the varied popular and institutional responses. Candidates deemed qualified will be asked to develop lectures and course assignments to reflect course content and themes, as well as grading course assessments. They will be able to teach on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30-14:20 (in-person) starting September 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026.
Required Qualifications: Master’s Degree or PhD in related field (such as Canadian Studies, History, Political Science, Sociology, Geography) is required.
A sound knowledge of the current issues in Canada-U.S. relations.
An understanding of key concepts as it applies to Canada and the U.S: economic and political interdependence, trans-national relations, geo-political and regional integration, and theories of sovereignty and the state.
Using Brightspace and other educational technology is an asset.
Demonstrated post-secondary teaching experience related to course content is preferred.




Ability to attend program meetings and be an active member of the Canadian Studies program is preferred.
Additional Info: Length of appointment, if temporary: Start Date: September 1, 2026 (12:30-14:20 Mondays/Wednesdays – in-person) End date: December 31, 2026. Salary placement: On Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.
Why Join Langara? At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.
Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
Access to on-site daycare subject to availability
Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
Course/program tuition reimbursements
Wellness classes and campus engagement events
Salary Range: $46.06 - $142.49
Salary Range Placement: Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.
Pay Grade: LFA
Instructional Closing Date: Monday, August 24 2026
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Langara College is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce. Located in beautiful Vancouver, BC, Canada, Langara College started in 1965 as part of Vancouver Community College and in 1970, it opened its West 49th Avenue campus. On April 1, 1994, Langara College was established as an independent public college under the Provincial College and Institute Act. The College is also known as house of teachings, a name given to us by the Musqueam First Nation, on whose unceded traditional territory we are located. Today, Langara is one of BC's leading undergraduate institutions providing University Studies, Career Studies, and Continuing Studies programs and courses to more than 21,000 students annually.
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📌 Instructor, Canadian Studies, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies (British Columbia)
🏢 Langara College
📍 British Columbia