PO498F: The Canadian Arctic: Politics and Policy

Wilfrid Laurier University•Waterloo, ON

2d•Remote

About The Position

This course explores contemporary events in the Arctic. The course examines a broad set of issues through three key themes: International Relations, Climate Change & Geopolitics, and Indigenous Governance & Self-Determination. The course uses a combination of peer-reviewed articles, documentaries, online guest speakers, audio-interviews, and literature to think through the pertinent issues at hand. The course will appeal to those who are interested in exploring questions of power, governance and policy as it relates to Arctic issues.

Requirements

PhD in Political Science or a related discipline.
Specialization in Canadian and Indigenous Arctic.
CV
Candidate Application Form (CAF)
Names and Contact Information for Referees (for external applicants)
Evidence of Good Teaching (for external applicants)
Verification of highest degree (for external applicants)

Nice To Haves

Cover Letter (optional)
Teaching Dossier (optional)
Sample Course Outline (optional)

Responsibilities

Deliver lectures for the course 'The Canadian Arctic: Politics and Policy'.
Utilize a combination of peer-reviewed articles, documentaries, online guest speakers, audio-interviews, and literature for instruction.
Facilitate discussions on power, governance, and policy related to Arctic issues.
Potentially engage in marking and grading, as per Article 28.2 of the collective agreement.
Potentially coordinate large classes or multi-section courses, as per Article 28.3 of the collective agreement.