Sessional Instructors, Fall 2026 and Winter 2027, Department of Communication, Media and Film

Description

The Department of Communication, Media and Film invites applications for sessional instructors to teach the following courses in Fall 2026 (Aug 24, 2026 - Dec 24, 2026) and Winter 2027 (Jan 04, 2027 - Apr 30, 2027).

Critical Media Studies

• COMS 371 (LEC 01) - TR 11:00 - 11:50, In Person

Textbook that will be used is:
Storey, John. Cultural Theory and Popular Culture, 9th or 10th edition. New York:
Routledge.

• PhD or MA in a relevant discipline
• Applicants who have completed their candidacy requirements or who have equivalent professional experience may be considered
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses at a university level

Please note that the courses are tentative, pending sufficient enrollments.

For salary information, please refer to TUCFA's Collective Agreement, Schedule

B.

All applicants must provide a letter specifying the course(s) and session(s) of interest (in order of preference), outlining their qualifications to teach each course. Applicants who have taught in the Department within the past two years need not provide anything further, although more information may be requested later in the selection process.

• A current CV containing relevant teaching experience (e.g., courses taught, textbooks used, where and when taught).
• Names and contact information for 3 potential references; and
• Teaching evaluations (if available)

Doctoral students must have successfully completed their candidacy exams prior to the beginning of the term in question for their applications to be given consideration. They should also have discussed their application with their supervisor and include a letter of support from their supervisors with their application. Those who have completed the Instructional Skills Workshop at the Teaching and Learning Centre will also be given special consideration.

Please submit your letter and any required application documents online (in pdf form) using the "Apply Now" link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments, which may require you to merge documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Final date to receive applications is July 27, 2026.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here.

In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question:
Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

The terms and conditions of this appointment, including salary, are governed by the collective agreement between the Faculty Association of the University of Calgary and the Governors of the University of Calgary. Detailed information is available here.