Sessional Instructor - School of Climate Change and Adaptation - Faculty of Science - Winter 2026 at University of Prince Edward Island

The School of Climate Change and Adaptation at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a sessional instructor to teach ACC 2030 Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Change in the Winter Semester 2026. This position is subject to final budgetary approval

ACC 2030 Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Change (3 Credits)

This course brings knowledge of Canadian Indigenous communities' relationship to the environment as valuable lessons for understanding climate vulnerability, impacts, and adaptation. Students will be led by a local First Nations teacher whose valuable insights into implementing efficient uses of our land and spiritual relationships with nature can assist in addressing global sustainability.

Cross-listed with IKE 2030
Three hours a week; Three semester hours

This course will be taught in person.

Qualifications:

The successful applicant will have a minimum of a master's level degree or equivalent with a combination of qualifications and experience.

Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

How to Apply:

Please send your application, including a cover letter and a curriculum vitae with references listed, to [email protected].

Please clearly state which course(s) you are applying for in the cover letter.

Note that all files in your application should be merged into a single PDF file and named with this format: Lastname_Firstname_CourseCode.pdf.

If you are applying for multiple positions, please send your application separately.

Attention:

Dr. Aitazaz Farooque, Associate Dean
School of Climate Change and Adaptation
Faculty of Science
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Telephone: (902) 566-0405

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute.

UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

The closing date for applications is December 1st, 2025.