Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream – Film Studies (Limited Term Appointment)

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About the Position

Field of Specialization: Film Studies
Academic Unit: School for Studies in Art and Culture
Category of Appointment: Term
Rank/Position Title: Lecturer or Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream
Salary Range: $69,933 – 93,774
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Closing Date: March 6, 2026 or until position is filled

The School for Studies in Art and Culture invites applications for a one-year appointment at the rank of Lecturer/Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, beginning 1 July 2026, from qualified candidates engaged in Film Studies.

The candidate will be expected to teach 6 semester-length undergraduate courses, 3 of which will be Introduction to Film Studies (in the fall, winter, and early summer term), 3 will be on topics related to the successful candidate’s research interests and expertise.

We encourage applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in Film Studies.

To see the full position posting, please visit Carleton University’s Deputy Provost’s website at https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/jobs/academics/.

About the Academic Unit
Carleton University’s Film Studies program is located within the School for Studies in Art and Culture, which also houses programs in Music and Art and Architectural History. The Film Studies program offers a BA and an MA in Film Studies. Faculty members have research expertise in multiple fields, with an emphasis on the history and theory of cinema, digital media and game studies, media aesthetics, transnational film cultures, and critical feminist, race, and sexuality studies. For more information, see https://carleton.ca/filmstudies/

Qualifications
The position requires a PhD or PhD near completion by the appointment’s start in Film Studies or in related fields. Demonstrated teaching excellence or demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching contributions is required as well as a strong ability to contribute to the academic life of the unit.

Application Instructions
Applications must be sent electronically in a single PDF file containing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three referees, to Dr Mitchell Frank, Director of the School for Studies in Art & Culture: Mitchell.frank@carleton.ca.

About Carleton University
Located in Ottawa, Carleton is an innovative teaching and research institution with a tradition of leading change. Internationally recognized academics, staff, and researchers engage more than 31,000 students in over 100 programs of study. Learn more about our university and the city of Ottawa at https://carleton.ca/deputyprovost/jobs/.

Carleton University is committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our university including, but not limited to: women and gender equity-seeking groups; racialized individuals; Indigenous Peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation and/or expression. Furthermore, Carleton understands that career paths vary and interruptions will not prejudice the assessment process. We invite you to review our revitalized Indigenous strategy, Kinàmàgawin at https://carleton.ca/indigenousinitiatives/cu-files/kinamagawin/ and visit our Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities at http://carleton.ca/equity for information about our commitment to leadership in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accessibility is a university strategic priority and applicants selected for an interview who require accommodations are invited to contact the Chair as soon as possible to ensure that appropriate arrangements may be made.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

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