Sessional Lecturer: POLHS, Topics in Comparative Politics III; Palestinian Politics

Date Posted: 06/05/2026
Req : 48452
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Political Science
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

Course description: This course provides a comprehensive study of Palestinian politics, focusing on the history, evolution, and internal dynamics of the Palestinian national movement. It examines the emergence and transformation of Palestinian political identity, the formation and development of Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), and the competition for leadership within the Palestinian political landscape between the Palestinian major movements such as Fatah and Hamas.

The course explores how Palestinian actors navigated critical historical junctures, including the British Mandate, the Nakba, the establishment of the Palestinian Authority, and internal political divisions. While the broader Palestinian-Israeli conflict provides context, the primary focus is on Palestinian decision-making, factional strategies, and the political rationale behind key positions. By engaging with scholarly analyses and historical narratives, students will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and aspirations that have shaped Palestinian political life and their ongoing pursuit of self-determination.

Estimated course enrollment: 70 students

Estimated TA support: 50 hours

Class schedule: Thursday 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

* The delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

Salary (includes vacation Pay):
Sessional Lecturers I - $9,997.48

Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term) - $10,699.22

Sessional Lecturers II - $10,699.22

Sessional Lecturers II (Long Term) - $10,953.96

Sessional Lecturers III - $10,953.96

Sessional Lecturers III (Long Term) - $11,228.90

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD is required.
• Teaching experience at the university level is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching a similar course is preferred.

Description of duties:

• Preparation of course syllabus and course marking scheme

• Planning and teaching weekly lectures

• Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams and course administration in accordance with the University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook for Instructors

• Submission of grades

• Available for office hours for academic counselling of students

• Dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions

• Supervising and training TAs

Application Procedure:
Please see the Department’s website  for the application process

All applicants for this position should submit the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). along with teaching evaluations if available, a current C.V., and the names and contact information for 3 references to:

Elizabeth Jagdeo at

Closing Date: 06/08/2026, 11:59PM EDT
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This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.

Please note:

Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.