12 Month Term Position – Department of Political Science

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12-MONTH TERM POSITION – Department of Political Science

The Department of Political Science invites applications for a 12-month term position. The successful candidate will teach the following courses:
78.272 Comparative Politics
78.392 Democracy and Democratization
78.452 Issues in Comparative Politics
Plus two other courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.

The successful candidate will join a department with supportive colleagues that are actively working towards equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization in their research and teaching programs. The candidate will have opportunities to develop their career and have access to a Professional Development Allowance. Additionally, multiple professional mentorship opportunities are available to the successful candidate. Willingness to participate collegially in service to the department, university, and the community that it serves will be expected.

The essential qualification is a PhD in Political Science with a specialization in, and ability to teach, Comparative Politics. The ability to teach Political Theory and Analysis will be considered an asset. ABD applicants nearing completion prior to the start date of the appointment may be considered. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the doctorate degree and are invited to contact the Office of the Dean of Arts for more information on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials.

Applicants must demonstrate teaching competence and expertise in the field and must have an active research agenda.

Expected Start Date: 1 August, 2026.
Rank and Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application deadline: 27 February, 2026 or until the position is filled

Interested candidates should submit an application package as one single pdf document containing:
• Letter of Application (to include details about candidate’s area of specialization and its relevance to the stated position requirements and preferences)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of teaching and research (including one course outline from a related course and one sample publication relevant to this position)
• Name and contact information for three references
• Citizenship/Canadian Immigration Status

Priority consideration will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please submit applications to Dr. Gregory Kennedy, Dean of Arts, at [email protected].

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
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