HS203 BR: Disease and Society (Fall 2026)

Wilfrid Laurier University • Brantford, ON

17h • Onsite

About The Position

This course examines human health and disease from antiquity to the present. Relevant studies in epidemiology, bioarchaeology, anthropology, and history will be used to build a long-term picture of trends in health and disease and the role of epidemic disease in the transformation of human societies on a global scale.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline.
• CV (Maximum of 10 pages, with 12-point font and 2.54 cm margins).
• Candidate Application Form (CAF) submitted.
• On the CAF, clearly outline only those qualifications which are relevant for each course applied for and articulate how their work and academic experience enhances their ability to teach each course.
• Verification of highest degree.
• Name and contact information for referees.
• Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.
• All applications must be submitted online.

Nice To Haves

• Previous university teaching experience.
• Refereed publications in the area.

Responsibilities

• Teach HS203 BR: Disease and Society course.
• Examine human health and disease from antiquity to the present.
• Utilize studies in epidemiology, bioarchaeology, anthropology, and history to build a long-term picture of trends in health and disease.
• Analyze the role of epidemic disease in the transformation of human societies on a global scale.
• Assess applications based on the Candidate Application Form (CAF), Curriculum Vitae, and any specifically referenced pages in supplemental documents.
• Mark and grade student work.
• Coordinate large classes or multi-section courses as applicable.

Benefits

• Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance.
• Coordination of large classes or multi-section courses allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level