The Department of English Language & Literatures invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer for Term 2 of the academic year 2018-2019 to teach one 3-credit section of ENGL 344 “Medieval Studies,” a variable-content course focused on literature of the Medieval period.
Applicants must have a PhD in Medieval English Literature or be near completion, with post-secondary teaching experience in the field and a record that provides evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applicants from both inside and outside UBC are encouraged to apply.
Candidates’ applications should include
- a cover letter indicating your suitability for the position
- a curriculum vitae (detailing post-secondary teaching experience)
- recent teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching effectiveness
Applicants should also arrange to have two confidential letters of reference sent by their referees.
Application and letters of reference should be sent by email to
Deadline for applications: 22 June 2018
Professor Elizabeth Hodgson, Associate Head Undergraduate
Department of English Language & Literatures
University of British Columbia
397-1873 East Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
This position is subject to final budgetary approval and is governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Faculty Members.” The current minimum salary is $6,915 per 3-credit course.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
