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Teaching Position Available—Winter 2026

ENGL 275 Race, Migration, and the Canadian Nation

Department of English Literature and Creative Writing 

Queen’s University, Kingston, ON CAN K7L 3N6

The Department of English Literature and Creative Writing at Queen’s University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates interested in teaching the course ENGL 275 Race, Migration, and the Canadian Nation. This is an on-campus lecture-based course with an anticipated enrolment of 90 students; teaching assistants will be assigned based on enrolment. Like all 200-level ENGL courses, it is open to all students in second year and above. Candidates should have a demonstrated record of expertise, combined with evidence of teaching experience. A doctoral degree in a field related to the subject of this course will be considered an asset. The appointment is for the Winter Term 2026 (1 January–30 April 2026).

• In addition to having relevant subject expertise, successful candidates will also:
• demonstrate knowledge of Universal Design for Learning principles in designing this course,
• be available to meet with students during weekly office hours
• provide students with timely and constructive feedback
• be comfortable supervising a team of Teaching Assistants.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous/Aboriginal people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during this process, please contact Meghan Brien, Manager for the English Department at .

The academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by the Collective Agreement between the ���˴�Ƭ Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University, which is posted at /facultyrelations/qufa/collective-agreements-lous-moas.

To comply with Federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information about how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens/permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen/permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen/permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.

Applications should include a complete and current curriculum vitae, letters of reference from two (2) referees, and any other relevant materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration such as a letter of intent, creative portfolio, etc. Please arrange to have applications and supporting letters sent directly to: 

                                                              Dr Scott-Morgan Straker, Acting Head
                                                  Department of English Literature and Creative Writing
                                                                              Queen’s University
                                                                   Kingston, ON K7L 3N6, Canada

Applications will be received until 30 October 2025. Review of applications will commence shortly thereafter, and the final appointment is subject to budgetary approval. Additional information about the Department of English can be found at /english/.

Course Description: 

ENGL 275 Race, Migration, and the Canadian Nation

This course explores the relationships between race, migration, and multiculturalism in Canadian contexts. It provides students with the cultural and historical knowledge required to critically engage with urgent contemporary concerns such as national identity, settler culture, racism, diaspora, and activism in the name of justice and equality.

Learning Hours: 120 (36 Lecture, 84 Private Study)  

Requirements: Prerequisite (Level 2 or above) or (6.0 units of ENGL)

Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science  

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Analyze the dominant narratives of the Canadian nation to critically act upon their legacy and impact.
2. Examine alternate and often marginalized perspectives on the formation of the Canadian nation.
3. Explain the role of race and migration in the constitution of the national imaginary.
4. Deploy cross-disciplinary concepts and vocabulary to redefine belonging and citizenship.
5. Engage with the past to alter and imagine the nation's future and your place in it as a global citizen.

Posted: September 25, 2025

AVAILABLE: Teaching Assistant/Academic Assistant positions to support online and in class offerings of the following WRIT courses: 

To Apply: 

Apply in writing with a cover letter and resume or CV to Lori Vos, Undergraduate Coordinator of Writing Courses, the Faculty of Arts and Science, at vosl@queensu.ca. Applications for Fall courses must be received by Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Applications for Winter courses must be received by Monday, November 3, 2025.
Full details about these positions can be found here