PO334: Canadian Foreign Policy (Winter 2027)

Wilfrid Laurier University • Waterloo, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A critical review of theories of foreign policy-making in international politics, as applied to the Canadian experience. Topics may include systemic, state and domestic level analyses of the sources of foreign policy, the effects of national differences in policy-making structures and processes on decisions, and the issue of "learning" in foreign policy.

Requirements

• Master's degree (MA).
• Degree in Political Science or a related discipline.
• Previous experience teaching Canadian Foreign Policy is preferred.
• Submit CV.
• Submit Candidate Application Form (CAF).
• Submit Names and Contact Information for Referees (for external applicants).
• Submit Evidence of Good Teaching (for external applicants).
• Submit Verification of degree (for external applicants).
• Proof of academic credentials for the highest degree must be submitted prior to contract award.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience teaching Canadian Foreign Policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach Canadian Foreign Policy course (PO334) during the Winter 2027 term.
• Deliver lectures on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 PM to 2:20 PM.
• Manage a class size of approximately 50 students.
• Conduct critical review of theories of foreign policy-making.
• Analyze systemic, state, and domestic level factors influencing Canadian foreign policy.
• Examine the impact of national differences in policy-making structures and processes on decisions.
• Discuss the concept of "learning" in foreign policy.

Benefits

• Salary: $10,212.40

What This Job Offers

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