University of Winnipeg·Winnipeg, Manitoba
Teach the Pathways Indigenous Wisdom course (IS-4021-050) during the Fall/Winter term. Deliver instruction for 22 classes scheduled Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Provide course instruction at the college or university level
THE FACULTY OF ARTS INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR CONTACT ACADEMIC STAFF POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES Course Name Pathways Indigenous Wisdom Course Number IS-4021-050 Course Dates: Sept.
8/26 – Apr.
6/27 Contract Start Date August 17, 2026 Contract End Date May 14, 2027 Number of Classes 22 Class Times Wednesday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Projected Enrolment 20 Credit Hours 6 Location of Course Main campus Qualifications Related Master’s degree required.
Previous experience teaching courses at the college or university level is preferred.
Remuneration $13,310 (inclusive of vacation pay based on 2019-2026 UWFA-CAS Agreement) The closing date for applications is August 10, 2026 Note: Applicants must apply online by submitting their cover letter, curriculum vitae and any other requested supporting documents by clicking on the Apply button below.
Please note that all positions are subject to final budgetary approval.
The posted position is required provided there is sufficient enrollment to offer the course.
Other positions may become available.
Applicants should contact Crystal Moore at cg.moore@uwinnipeg.ca if they need more information.
The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
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