The Department of Political Studies at Queen’s is a medium-sized department with twenty-six full-time regular faculty members who teach in all areas of the political science discipline. All our members have active research programs and share a commitment to providing the best learning experience for our students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. As such, the Department invites applications from all qualified individuals for the opportunities listed below.
All inquiries should be directed to Barbra Lalonde, Hub-1 Manager, at Barbra.Lalonde@queensu.ca .
Available Positions
Department of Political Studies
Teaching Fellow Positions Available 2026-2027 Academic Year
Queen’s University, Kingston, ON CAN K7L 3N6
The Department of Political Studies at Queen’s University invites applications from suitably qualified full-time graduate students at Queen’s University interested in teaching an undergraduate course during the 2026/2027 academic year.
Fall term appointments are for the period of September 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with classes in session from September 8, 2026, to December 8, 2026. Winter term appointments are for the period of January 1, 2027, to April 30, 2027, with classes in session from January 4, 2027, to April 5, 2027.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals who display in-depth knowledge and experience in teaching in the field of political studies. This includes demonstrated interpersonal and teaching skills, including the ability to collaborate and work with faculty members, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds. Graduate Teaching Fellows are the instructors of record for the course and carry full responsibility. Duties include planning, preparing class materials, teaching, meeting with and/or responding to student queries, grading assignments, and reporting grades. Graduate Teaching Fellows are expected to comply with all Queen’s University policies.
Candidates must be enrolled as a Ph.D. student at Queen’s University and have completed their comprehensive examinations.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s University is committed to employment, 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.
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 Barbra Lalonde at 613-533-3443.
Graduate Teachings Assistants and Teaching Fellows at ³ÉÈË´óƬ are governed by the Collective Agreement for Teaching Assistants and Teaching Fellows between PSAC Local 901 and ³ÉÈË´óƬ.
Remuneration will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement, and appointments are subject to funding and enrolment criteria.
Applications must include:
- a cover letter;
- a complete and current curriculum vitae;
- a one-page course outline;
- endorsement from academic supervisor (email correspondence is acceptable);
- unofficial copies of graduate-level academic transcripts; and
- any other relevant materials the candidate wishes to submit for consideration such as a teaching dossier, and/or student evaluations.
Applicants are required to indicate their Preference Group (if applicable) as outlined in Article 12.08 in Collective Agreement for Teaching Assistants and Teaching Fellows between PSAC Local 901 and ³ÉÈË´óƬ within their cover letter.
Please address application to Dr. Jonathan Rose, Department Head, Department of Political Studies and submit directly to:
Barbra Lalonde, Hub 1 Manager
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON K7L 3N9
Email: hub1-hr@queensu.ca
Applications will be received until Wednesday May 13, 2026. Review of applications will commence shortly thereafter, and the final appointment is subject to budgetary approval. Additional information about the Department of Political Studies can be found on their website.
Please review course descriptions, term and enrollment capacities below. Course descriptions are also available within the Academic Calendar.
POLS 405: International Relations: Questions and Challenges (Winter)
Issues in global politics, international relations, international diplomacy, or foreign policy will be examined in this course. The focus of this course will vary from year to year.
POLS 406: Comparative Politics: Questions and Challenges (Winter)
A comparative examination of the politics and government of different countries, theories or themes in comparative politics. The focus of this course will vary from year to year.
POLS 498: Topics in Political Studies (Winter)
The focus of this course will vary from year to year; consult the departmental website for further details.
POLS 590: Thesis (Fall/Winter)
The thesis is optional and counts as one course toward an honours concentration in Political Studies. The thesis subject must be selected at the end of the penultimate year after consultation with members of the Department, and the thesis must be submitted by 31 March of the final year.
* The POLS 590 teaching fellow works in conjunction with the POLS Undergraduate Chair.
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Posted: May 5, 2026