University of Lethbridge·Calgary, Alberta
Teach courses for the School of Liberal Education addressing the foundational four pillars model of liberal education. Deliver instruction in-person, online, or blended formats as assigned. Provide instruction on the Lethbridge campus and/or Calgary campus as needed. Apply for sessional instruction opportunities by submitting required application materials
School of Liberal Education - Sessional Lecturer Posting Details
Job Title School of Liberal Education - Sessional Lecturer About the University It’s your time to shine! Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities. Rank Lecturer Tenure Information
The School of Liberal Education at the University of Lethbridge invites applications for prospective Sessional Lecturer employment opportunities. The School of Liberal Education offers courses that address the foundational four pillars model of liberal education at the University of Lethbridge. Courses may be in-person, on-line, or blended and may be offered through our Lethbridge campus or our Calgary campus. While there are no immediate needs for Sessional Instruction in the School, we are seeking applications in all areas. Applicants should, at a minimum, be familiar with and able to articulate the principles of liberal education, as well as hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field of study. We will follow up with applicants, should an opportunity become available. Classes taught on the Lethbridge campus are normally offered during the day and occasionally evenings; classes on the Calgary campus are normally offered evenings and weekends. Please submit your application to the Dean, Harold Jansen by email to libadmin@uleth.ca, and include in the subject line “Application for Sessional Instruction”. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of application, indicating the desired area of instruction within the School of Liberal Education. All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. At the University of Lethbridge, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. The University is located in traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory. We honour the Blackfoot people and their traditional ways of knowing in caring for this land, as well as all Aboriginal peoples who have helped shape and continue to strengthen our University community. Position Category Faculty School of Liberal Education Campus Lethbridge or Calgary Posting Detail Information Open Date 07/20/2026 Close Date 08/15/2026 Open Until Filled Desired Start Date 09/01/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) 04/30/2027 Special Instructions to Applicants Please submit your application to the Dean, Harold Jansen by email to libadmin@uleth.ca, and include in the subject line “Application for Sessional Instruction”. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of application, indicating the desired area of instruction within the School of Liberal Education. All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Employment Equity The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record. The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference. The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee. Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Familiar with and able to articulate the principles of liberal education. Hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant field of study. Submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of application indicating the desired area of instruction. Submit application to the Dean, Harold Jansen by email with subject line "Application for Sessional Instruction"
Market context
In Alberta, sessional lecturer roles in liberal education are typically sought by candidates who can teach across broad humanities or social science themes and explain the principles of liberal education clearly. Competition often centers on academic background, teaching fit, and the quality of the application package; a Master’s degree or Ph.D., plus a focused CV and letter of application, can help you stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your letter to the specific area of instruction requested and follow the email submission instructions exactly.