APTPUO - Fall 2026 - POL4134 - A00

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

7d•Remote

About The Position

This position is for a Student Part-Time Professor to teach POL4134 - Law, Politics, and the Constitution in Canada during the Fall 2026 semester. The course focuses on modern constitutionalism, the relationships between politics and law, constitutional claims, the Charter of rights and freedoms, and the roles of the executive power and courts in Canada. The course is intended for PhD students and will be offered online in a scheduled, synchronous format with live instruction. Training in online course delivery is available. The teaching method may be modified due to public health measures or other reasons. The University of Ottawa is committed to diversity, inclusion, and employment equity, fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and inclusion. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, with a priority given to Canadians and permanent residents. Applicants with disabilities requiring accommodation during the recruitment process should contact [email protected].

Requirements

Ph.D. or Ph.D. coursework in the field of Law, Politics, and the Constitution in Canada.
Teaching experience in the field.
Demonstrate knowledge of the course topic through a letter of intent (considered, not mandatory).
Submit information describing previous training or experience with teaching if never taught at the University of Ottawa (as per article 10.9.2).
Successfully complete all mandatory legislated training.

Nice To Haves

A letter of intent that demonstrates knowledge of the topic of this course.

Responsibilities

Teach POL4134 - Law, Politics, and the Constitution in Canada.
Deliver live instruction in a scheduled, synchronous online format.
Potentially modify teaching methods due to public health measures or other reasons.
Complete all mandatory legislated training as required by provincial law.