Part-Time Professor - ECS 4502 000 - Winter 2027

Winter 2027

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

Functions:

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

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.

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.

Required experience and qualifications:

• 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 submit your application (letter of intent and CV) online using the job posting system, by November 5, 2026, 11:59 PM. 

Applicants must clearly indicate in their cover letter the specific course for which they are applying. They must also provide: (1) a brief description of their approach to course content and teaching; and (2) concrete evidence demonstrating how their academic background, teaching experience, research, and/or relevant professional experience align with the course requirements.

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.