SEPT GRAD - Sessional Faculty - SEP 701 - Theory and Practice of Policy Analysis: Frameworks an

SEPT GRAD - SESSIONAL FACULTY - SEP 701 - Theory and Practice of Policy Analysis:
Frameworks and Models - F26

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/07/28

Job Type

Limited Term (=>6months)

Close Date

2026/08/06

Employee Group

CUPE Sessional Faculty

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Department

ENG SEPT Graduate

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job Code

001095

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

3.5 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

10

The W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the FALL 2026 term. The successful candidate will have full responsibility for the course

Course Name
: SEP 701 - Theory and Practice of Policy Analysis:
Frameworks and Models

Term: Fall:
September 8 - December 10, 2026

Sections Available: 1

Projected TA Support: N/A

Wage Rate*: $9,719

Start Time and Duration:

Monday 1:30-4:30

* PLEASE NOTE, SECTION OFFERINGS ARE DEPENDENT ON ENROLLMENT NUMBERS*

In this course, an in-depth description of the public policy process will be provided. Students will develop an understanding of the process by reviewing and debating current public policy issues and emerging trends; those issues focused primarily on the five themes inherent to the Master of Engineering and Public Policy program. They will apply a series of techniques and exercises to develop and refine their capacity to identify societal problems or opportunities, develop options, assess those options, and present them to decision-makers.

The public policy process will be considered from various perspectives including, for example, politicians, officials or bureaucrats, national, provincial, and local levels of government, political parties, interest groups, and non-governmental organizations. Additionally, because government action or inaction can have an inescapable effect on the affairs of business, this course will also provide students with an opportunity to a) gain an increased understanding of how various policies affect both the day-to-day and long-term trajectories of business and b) learn how they can join the discussion and influence the process.

Required Qualifications

1. MSc

Preferred Qualifications

1. Prior Teaching Experience

2. Relevant Industry Experience

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, those legally able to work in Canada and at McMaster University will be given priority. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. Accordingly, the University especially encourages applications from women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities, and persons with disabilities

* Supplemented Fees- 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.

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.

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, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Service Centre
-HR (22247) or the Faculty of Health Sciences Human Resources office 07 to communicate accommodation needs.