Closes: August 26, 2026

The University of St. Michael’s College, federated with the University of Toronto, is a Catholic institution of higher learning founded by the Congregation of St. Basil, whose motto, “Teach me goodness, discipline and knowledge,” sets the tone for campus life. Committed to the pursuit of knowledge, meaning and truth, USMC is a dynamic centre where Catholic intellectual life thrives in a context of academic freedom and rigorous debate. The University of St. Michael’s College boasts a large and dynamic undergraduate division, a Faculty of Theology and one of the busiest and most key libraries on the University of Toronto Campus. This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 4 Collective Agreement.

Posting Date:

August 20, 2026

Closing Date:

August 26, 2026

Position:

Course Instructor

Number of Positions Available:

One (1)

Job Posting Number:

20269 – SMT3800H (please quote on application)

Course number:

SMT3800H/6800H

Title:

Islam, Christianity and Modernity

Department:

Faculty of Theology

Term when the course will be offered:

2026 Fall

Course Description:

This course will examine how modern Muslim and Christian thinkers have attempted to grapple with how religious belonging and faith can exist in increasingly pluralist and secular societies. Course lectures will explore themes such as religious cultural imaginaries, human dignity, peace-building, spirituality and advancements in modern science and technology.

Qualifications:

The instructor of this course should have:





- A well-recognized academic degree—preferably PhD—from a well-established educational institution or university.
- An educational background that includes the study of Islamic theology, traditions, history and literature as well as the diverse cultures of the Muslim community.
- An experience in teaching the Islamic faith and the Muslim traditions in the North American context.

Brief description of duties: Preparation and delivery of course content; goals/outcomes; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours; supervising TAs (if any) assigned to the course.

Salary:

$9,997.28 (includes vacation pay)

Estimated course enrolment:

15

Estimated TA support:

N/A

Class schedule:

Tuesdays, 5 PM to 7 PM

Dates of the appointment:

September 14, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Application process:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, an updated CV and names of three references via email to the Office of the Dean, Regis St. Michael’s Faculty of Theology, [email protected]

Please note that this position is tentative, pending funding, final course determinations and enrolments.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of St. Michael’s College is committed to equity in employment and diversity. If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Officer at (phone hidden) or [email protected]

- Department

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