Job detail
Part-Time Instructor - Celtic Studies - CELT 131/132 - Celtic Civilizations I & II
St. Francis Xavier University
Location
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
Quick overview
Teach CELT 131 & 132
Celtic Civilizations I & II. Potentially teach up to two additional courses
Requirements summary
Master’s degree in Celtic Studies or related field. Preference for PhD in Celtic Studies. Strong teaching and communication skills. Prior university teaching experience
Master’s degree in Celtic Studies or related field, PhD preferredTeachingCommunication skillsUniversity-level teaching
Job description
- <p>The Department of Celtic Studies at St.
- Francis Xavier University invites applications for the position of Part-time Academic Instructor to teach CELT 131 & 132: Celtic Civilizations I & II (3 credits each) and potentially up to two more 3-credit courses from our course offerings (see course descriptions under Dept of Celtic Studies in the <a href="https://www.stfx.ca/sites/default/files/documents/2026-2027%20Academic%20Calendar_June2.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">StFX Academic Calendar</a>, pp.
- 104-06), to be determined depending on qualifications of applicants.
- Courses will be taught over the fall term (September to December) and winter term (January to April) in the 2026-27 academic year, with classes beginning on the 2nd of September.
- Ideally courses will be taught in person, but we are willing to entertain proposals for online courses.</p> <p>Ideal candidates should possess, at minimum, a Master’s degree in Celtic Studies or related field.
- Preference will be given to candidates who possess a PhD in Celtic Studies and to individuals who have strong teaching and communication skills and/or who have prior experience in university-level teaching.
- Courses with fewer than 8 students are subject to cancellation.</p> <p><strong>About the Department</strong></p> <p>To learn more about the Department of Celtic Studies, please visit our website at <a href="https://www.stfx.ca/department/celtic-studies" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Department of Celtic Studies | St.
- Francis Xavier University</a></p> <p><strong>**Application Instructions</strong></p> <p>Consideration of applications will begin on the 16th of June 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
- To apply, please submit a letter of application that includes an overview of the courses that you would be able to teach from our offerings, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references via email to:</p> <p>Dr.
- Michael Linkletter, Chair</p> <p>Department of Celtic Studies</p> <p>St.
- Francis Xavier University</p> <p>Antigonish, NS B2G 2W5</p> <p>Email: mlinklet@stfx.ca</p> <p> </p> <p>Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
- We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
- Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.</p> <p>We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities.
- Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at hr@stfx.ca or 902-867-5038.</p> <p><strong>About St.
- Francis Xavier University</strong></p> <p>Established in 1853, St.
- Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada.
- StFX exceeds the needs of today’s undergraduates through providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research opportunities, and global exchanges -- all within Canada’s most vibrant and inspiring residential campus.
- Here, the focus is on the academic and the personal development of every student, making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience.
- Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life, determined to make a positive impact on the world.
- In 2022, Maclean's annual university rankings put StFX #1 in student satisfaction and #2 in reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category.
- For more, visit www.stfx.ca.</p> <p><strong>About Antigonish, Nova Scotia</strong></p> <p>The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia.
- Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres, Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels.
- The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, sports and other active lifestyle activities.
- Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year.
- For more information visit www.townofantigonish.ca or www.visitantigonish.ca.</p>
