Thompson Rivers University·Williams Lake, British Columbia
Teach GEOG 2750 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with both lecture and lab components. Deliver engaged scholarly teaching in a sessional faculty role
Application Restrictions Open to both Internal and external Job Type Faculty (Sessional) Posting In effect from 29/7/2026 Closing Application Date 12/8/2026 Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled. Instructional Type Academic/Career(max 24 credits) Anticipated Start Date 2/9/2026 Position End Date (If Applicable) 24/12/2026
TRU’s Williams Lake campus is located approximately three hours northwest of Kamloops, in the heart of the scenic Cariboo region, on T’exelcemc territory within the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc Nation. Our small, friendly and close-knit campus community is located within the city of Williams Lake, named in honor of Secwepemc Chief William. Here, you’ll enjoy a quiet and affordable lifestyle, with all the amenities of a larger center, and with four seasons of spectacular outdoor adventures in your own beautiful backyard. A region rich in history and a plentiful selection of outdoor activities in untouched wilderness, from fishing one of the 4,500 lakes, hiking to mountain tops, to snowmobiling through fresh powder.. The Department of Geography at Thompson Rivers University, Williams Lake Campus, is inviting applications for a sessional lecturer/lab position in GEOG 2750 Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This course will have both a lecture and lab portion.
Academic qualifications for this position will be considered in a holistic context. Applicants should have an earned PhD in Geography, Environmental Studies, or related discipline, although we welcome PhD candidates and applicants with Master’s Degrees with accumulated experience that contributes to engaged scholarly teaching. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Pay Band $2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) ) Location Williams Lake, BC CA (Primary) # of Hires Needed 1 Organizational Unit Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Arts -> Geography Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.
Earned PhD in Geography, Environmental Studies, or related discipline (or PhD candidates / Master’s degree with accumulated experience contributing to engaged scholarly teaching). Academic qualifications will be considered holistically
Market context
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