Position Details

Position Information

Position Title German DFA Instructor

Posting Number F811P

Type of position Probationary/Continuing

Department/Unit German

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

About The Opportunity The Dalhousie University Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures seeks applications for a full time probationary Instructor in German language and German studies, effective July 1, 2027. The position is subject to budgetary approval. The Instructor will primarily teach German language courses at all levels, as well as courses in the German Studies program.

These are courses typically taught in English and cross-listed to also serve other programs in the department or faculty, on topics such as Confronting Fascism, Monsters & Madness (German Expressionist Film), German Romanticism, Modern German Drama, or Modern German Philosophy.

This appointment supports the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures move toward a more integrated model of language teaching and learning and offers an opportunity to contribute to shared curriculum practices and student-centered initiatives during a period of program renewal and growth. The workload is equivalent to eight 3-credit hour courses during the one-year period, which would occasionally include two 3-credit courses taught in the summer term.

Qualifications for the Position

- Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in German studies (which could include comparative linguistics/literature/cultural studies/philosophy or related interdisciplinary fields) and a strong record of teaching German language classes.




- The ideal candidate will be able to invigorate course offerings and attract students to the program, building bridges between our curriculum and other programs at Dalhousie/King’s.
- Native or native-equivalent command of German and English, as well as extensive expertise in teaching the German language at the undergraduate level, are required.
- The successful candidate will possess strong organizational and administrative skills, and a commitment to fostering student engagement.
- Experience teaching in North American or European institutions will be considered an asset, as well as expertise in teaching German online.

Applications must include the following:
- A letter of application addressed to the Search Committee;
- An up-to-date CV;
- A teaching dossier addressing teaching effectiveness (student evaluations, past syllabi etc.)
- Teaching statement/philosophy
- The Self-Identification Questionnaire (PeopleAdmin Portal)
- List of referees

Please apply for this position directly via PeopleAdmin: https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22021 . For further information, please contact Lillian Sanderson, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Languages, Literatures, & Cultures, at [email protected] . This position is a part of the Dalhousie Faculty Association ( DFA ) Bargaining Unit.





All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.

For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance.

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University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 09/04/2026

Close Date 10/15/2026

Open Until Filled No

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22021

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