Part-Time Professor - ECS - Winter

35306A Ottawa, ON, CA

5 days ago Requisition

Winter 2027

Vacancy: 1

* As indicated in Appendix A of the collective agreement for part-time professors.

A Part-Time Professor is required for the following course:

ECS 4502

000

Faculties of Human Sciences and Philosophy

Description of the delivery mode
: 000 - In-class courses:
This type of course is offered in the classroom, in the presence of the professor and students.

January 11, 2027-

April 14 2027

Friday 1:30

Pm – 4:30PM

In-class courses

FR

Course description
:

An examination of various factors that explain conflict and violence, including social classes, the unequal distribution of resources, culture, religion, institutions, decision-making constraints, and rational behavior. An introduction to game theory as applied to the study of conflict.

• Passive proficiency in the second official language
• Sensitivity to multiple differences (including abilities, genders, and cultures) and to students' concerns.
• Proficiency with both in-person and online learning tools
• Passive proficiency in the second official language
• Sensitivity to diverse differences (particularly regarding abilities, gender, and culture) and to students’ concerns.
• Proficiency in face-to-face and online learning tools
• Ph.D. or master’s degree in political science, sociology, international relations, peace and conflict studies, or a related discipline, with expertise relevant to the course.
• In-depth knowledge of the main sociological and rationalist approaches explaining the causes of conflict.
• Proficiency in theoretical debates concerning social inequalities, collective mobilization, strategic incentives, information problems, and credible commitments.
• Relevant experience in university-level teaching in a field related to conflict, political sociology, or international relations.
• Research experience on the causes of conflict, political violence, armed conflict, or related phenomena.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate theoretical approaches with empirical case studies, as well as to develop students’ critical analysis skills.

Please note that Saint-Paul University will prioritize the professors that are already affiliated with the University according to article 14.6 of the part-time professor’s collective agreement.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. We will be contacting only those candidates who have been chosen for the next step of the selection process.