EN409QA Contemporary British Literature (Winter 2027)

Position Title: EN409Q Contemporary British Literature

Term: Winter 2027 (January 1-April 30)

Days/Times: Tuesday, Thursday 4 – 6:50 p.m.

Mode of Delivery: In-Person

Type of Instruction: Lecture

Anticipated Class Size: 22

Additional Course Requirements: None

AI tools will be used in the hiring process: No

Position Summary:

Course description: an exploration of British literature from circa 1970 to the present, covering poetry, drama, and/or prose as they engage with the social demands and complex realities of an ever-changing Britain.

Qualifications – Required Academic Degree: PhD

Qualifications – Required Discipline: English

Qualifications – Other Teaching experience at the university-level; Research expertise (dissertation, publications and/or conference presentations) in English is an asset.

Salary: $10,212.40 subject to CA 25 (Compensation)

- Names and Contact Information for Referees
- Evidence of Good Teaching
- Verification of highest degree
- Teaching Dossier

Applications may be addressed to:

Associate Professor and Chair

Department of English and Film Studies

75 University Ave West

N2L 3C5

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