Interdisciplinary Studies in Aquatic Resources Program - Part-Time Academic Instructor

The Interdisciplinary Studies in Aquatic Resources Program invites applications for a Part Time Academic Instructor to teach one section (3 credits) of AQUA 202 (The Oceans Commons and Society) during the winter term of the 2025-26 academic year currently scheduled in-person on Monday and Wednesday mornings (W1/W2). This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Course Number and Title: AQUA 202: The Oceans Commons and Society

Course Description:

The tragedy of the commons has been a reoccurring concept when discussing ocean resources. In this course students will encounter how social scientists study and understand the use of the resources in the oceans commons. The course will explore theoretical paradigms governance social class gender race fishing aquaculture and oil and gas. Students will gain a foundational understanding in social science approaches to issues relating to the aquatic resources.

About the Aquatic Resources Program

The Aquatics Resources Program at StFX explores water the environment sustainability climate change and how humans interact with and impact local to global resources. AQUA uses an interdisciplinary approach- combining natural and social science perspective - to motivate student engagement and foster understanding of water resource issues- both Marine and freshwater. We explore how water permeates our lives from the food we eat to the health of the Earths oceans and more how water shapes our world and how water sustains living organisms. Students majoring in Aquatic Resources may complete a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree.

Start and End Dates: January 1 2026 - April 30 2026

Delivery Mode: in-person

Duties

Part-Time Academic Instructor positions involve the normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course including but not limited to preparation and delivery of course content; development administration and marking of assignments tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; and holding regular office hours.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a completed Masters degree in a social science field or program directly related to the course; a PhD or ABD is preferred. The Program is seeking candidates who are committed to contributing to StFXs priorities of equity and inclusion as well as experience and an interest in undergraduate level teaching.

Application Instructions:

Consideration of applications will commence on July 17 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply please submit a cover letter that addresses the candidates experience and qualifications related to teaching courses in this area as well as a curriculum vitae and the names/contact information for three references via email to:

Dr. Andrew MacDougall Coordinator

Aquatic Resources Program

St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish NS B2G 2W5

e-mail:

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mikmaki the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including Indigenous persons (especially Mikmaq) racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians) persons with disabilities those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact People and Culture at