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Job Title
SESSIONAL FACULTY - POLSCI 3KK3 (T2)
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Location
Central Campus
Open Date
2026/06/16
Job Type
Limited Term (<12 months)
Close Date
2026/07/01
Employee Group
CUPE Sessional Faculty
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Department
Political Science
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Job Code
001095
Existing Vacancy
Yes - Newly Created Position
Contract Duration
3.6 Months
Target Number of Openings
1
Hours per Week
16
Posting Details
The Department of Political Science invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the Winter 2027 term.
Applications submitted through Mosaic to the attention of: Dr. Peter Graefe, Chair
Course Name(s)/Numbers(s): POLSCI 3KK3 | Genocide: Sociological and Political Perspectives
Term: Winter 2027
Number of Section(s) Available: 1 section
Number of Units per Section: 3 units
Location (on/off campus): On Campus
Projected Enrollment: 100 students
Projected TA Support: 1 (Marker)
Class Times: Tuesdays, 7:00PM – 10:00PM
Wage Rate*: $9,435.73 (As per schedule “A” of the CUPE, Local 3906, Unit 2 Collective Agreement)
Start Time and Duration: Monday, January 4 th 2027 – Thursday, April 22 nd , 2027
Course Description:
An examination of genocide and other extreme crimes against humanity.
Required and Preferred Qualifications:
At minimum a Masters is required, Ph.D. preferred. Previous teaching experience in course preferred.
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.
*Supplemented Fes- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.
Application Procedure
Submit documentation online via the Mosaic portal by closing date:
A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.
A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
For current or previous McMaster sessional faculty, information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). Questions may be directed to CUPE 3906 (905-525-9140 Ext. 24056).
If you require this information in an alternate/accessible format, please contact Nina Bovair, Employee/Labour Relations Administrator at extension 23850.
Employment Equity Statement
McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
to communicate accommodation needs.