Part Time Instructor - ANTH 112 - Introduction to Socio-Cultural Anthropology - Spring 2026

The Centre for Online Learning & Professional Studies at St. Francis Xavier University invites applications for a Part-time Academic Instructor to teach Introduction to Socio-Cultural Anthropology in Spring 2026.

Course Number and Title: ANTH 112 - Introduction to Socio-Cultural Anthropology

Start and End Dates: February 2 - July 3, 2026

Class Schedule: April 27 - June 19, 2026

Delivery Mode: Online

Duties

Part-Time Academic Instructor positions involve the normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course including but not limited to preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; and holding regular office hours.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a PhD or Master’s degree with significant experience in the course area. Relevant teaching experience at the undergraduate level, and experience with online teaching platforms are assets. 

Application Instructions

To apply for this opportunity, click the "Apply Now" button and upload your cover letter, resume and references. Review of applications will begin on January 28, 2026 and continue until the position has been filled.   

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@stfx.ca