Athabasca University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is recruiting to the position of Assistant Professor, Political Science.

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a diverse range of courses and programs in education, distance education, humanities, interdisciplinary studies, and social sciences.

In the words of the Dean of the Faculty, "Our undergraduate and graduate offerings are designed to equip our learners with critical thinking skills, information literacy, theoretical knowledge, and other essential competencies to navigate our rapidly changing world and deepen their understanding of both current and historical issues.

We are committed to fostering an environment of respect, collegiality, openness, and cultural awareness, while embracing the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and the Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Our faculty includes accomplished scholars and instructors with expertise in innovative research and teaching, supported by a dedicated team of staff.

We take great pride in being a student-centered faculty, focused on ensuring that our learners' academic journeys are rich, meaningful, and memorable."

The Position : The Political Science Program is housed within the largest Faculty, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, in Athabasca University's Centre for Social Sciences.

The full job profile can be viewed at:Academic Role Description

Qualifications :

- Curriculum Vitae
- Evidence of research effectiveness including




- A research statement
- A published article
- One or more research outputs (formal or informal knowledge dissemination that you want to highlight based on the CV)
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness, ideally a teaching dossier including
- A teaching philosophy statement
- Teaching or course evaluations if available
- A sample syllabus
- Artifact of teaching initiatives (e.g.,websites,videos, podcasts)
- Names and contact information of three referees

Contact information : Athabasca First

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What AU Offers : Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:

- Defined Benefits Pension Plan
- Alberta Health Care
- Extended Health Care
- Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Vacation
- Office Closure between Christmas and Current Year's Day
- Discretionary Benefit Fund
- AU Course Allowance
- A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials.

All educational credentials must be recognized in Canada.

- Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada._

📌 Assistant Professor, Political Science (Athabasca)
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