Job ID

76751

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:

• Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.