Sessional Lecturer, Social Inequality, Social Justice , and Social Action (online)

Description

Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohsyó:ni, and Attawandaran (Neutral) Peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach. We are guided by the work of the University of Waterloo’s Office of Indigenous Relations.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website.

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities at Renison University College (affiliated with the University of Waterloo) invites applications for a part-time/sessional lecturer opportunity in the Fall 2026 term.  

 

The School of Social Sciences and Humanities is seeking an individual to teach the following course:

·         SDS 331R Social Inequality, Social Justice, and Social Action (online)

·         Fall 2026 (September to December 2026)

·         Online (asynchronous)

Compensation: The salary paid per term is $8910 plus vacation pay, based on qualifications and experience.

Course description:

This course examines the hidden causes of inequality and associated social injustices. It provides a snapshot of main issues associated with modern society and the evidence that ties them to persistent inequality and injustice. The course reviews not only the major types of inequality but also social and public policy responses to them.

 

Job duties include:

·         Job duties include preparing and adhering to the academic course syllabus, facilitating the achievement of course learning objectives, grading student assignments, being available to meet with students outside of class hours, and submitting final grades.

Qualifications

·         Applicants must have a PhD completed or near completion in Sociology, Social Work or a related social science field, experience as an educator, and practice experience in community or academic initiatives related to course themes.

Application Instructions

Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.

 

This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

 

Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.

Applications will be treated confidentially. Application materials should be addressed to Rob Case, Director of the Renison School of Social Sciences and Humanities and submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio. 

Please include a complete curriculum vitae, a letter of application outlining areas of relevant expertise, post-secondary teaching experience, and professional experience. Please provide the names of three potential referees, who will be contacted if your application moves forward; referees will not be contacted without your permission. The successful candidate will also be asked for consent to have an educational and a criminal records verification completed. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

Review of applications will begin on May 25, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Further enquiries can be directed to Dr. Rob Case at rob.case@uwaterloo.ca

This posting is for an existing vacancy.