Instructor, Anthropology
Top Benefits
About the role
Instructor, Anthropology
Employment Group
VIUFA
Position Number
00276
Division
Faculty of Social Sciences
Department
Anthropology
Campus
Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Location
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Country
Canada
Appointment Type
temporary part-time
Workload
0.25FTE (1 course) Fall 2025. August 11 to December 26, 2025 0.75FTE (3 courses) Spring 2026. December 29, 2025 to May 15, 2026
Pay Level
VIUFA F2: temporary instructional.
Starting Salary
$8,196.30 per assigned course consisting of three workload hours. The rate for any courses requiring fewer or greater hours shall be prorated based on this standard.
Appointment Start Date
11-Aug-2025
Appointment End Date
15-May-2026
Additional Information
Subject to funding and enrolment. Appointment may end early or be extended.
Applicant Documents
CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Philosophy, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference
Posted Date
24-Jul-2025
Closing Date
06-Aug-2025
Job Reference
2766
Duties:
Teach one or more undergraduate courses in the Anthropology Department. Instruction includes preparation and delivery of lectures, assessment and evaluation of students, facilitation of students' learning, and provision of student support during office hours. The courses will be taught face-to-face, use of the introductory text approved by the Department is required to support integration with other course offerings in the program. If an instructor cannot be found to deliver these courses face to face then online delivery may be considered.
The courses include:
Fall 2025
ANTH 112: F25N01 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 10:00-11:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
Spring 2026
ANTH 112: S26N01 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 13:00-14:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
ANTH 212 S26N01 - Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 08:30-10:00
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
ANTH 324
Food and Culture
T/R 10:00-11:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
Course descriptions and more information about the Anthropology Department can be found at: https://www.viu.ca/programs/arts-humanities-social-sciences/anthropology-ba
Required Qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in Anthropology from an appropriately accredited institution
- A record of relevant successful undergraduate teaching
- Demonstrated knowledge of course content
- Demonstrated ability to deliver courses that address diverse learning styles and cultural and academic backgrounds
- Experience using a common learning management system, such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, or Moodle
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctoral specialization in relevant subject area
- Experience in teaching small classes in an inclusive institutional environment
VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.
Note:
- Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
- All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
- Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.
About Vancouver Island University
We believe the doors to a university education should be open to everyone. We believe in the power of personal connection and kindness. We value diversity of thought, identity and experience. And we know our success is best measured by the strength of our community and the achievements of our students.
A university by and for our community VIU is a public university in Canada with a long history. Since 1936, we have addressed the needs of Vancouver Island with programs that improve lives in coastal BC. We have grown and adapted to changing times, extending our reach and impact while still focusing on the local community.
Instructor, Anthropology
Top Benefits
About the role
Instructor, Anthropology
Employment Group
VIUFA
Position Number
00276
Division
Faculty of Social Sciences
Department
Anthropology
Campus
Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.
Location
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Country
Canada
Appointment Type
temporary part-time
Workload
0.25FTE (1 course) Fall 2025. August 11 to December 26, 2025 0.75FTE (3 courses) Spring 2026. December 29, 2025 to May 15, 2026
Pay Level
VIUFA F2: temporary instructional.
Starting Salary
$8,196.30 per assigned course consisting of three workload hours. The rate for any courses requiring fewer or greater hours shall be prorated based on this standard.
Appointment Start Date
11-Aug-2025
Appointment End Date
15-May-2026
Additional Information
Subject to funding and enrolment. Appointment may end early or be extended.
Applicant Documents
CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Philosophy, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference
Posted Date
24-Jul-2025
Closing Date
06-Aug-2025
Job Reference
2766
Duties:
Teach one or more undergraduate courses in the Anthropology Department. Instruction includes preparation and delivery of lectures, assessment and evaluation of students, facilitation of students' learning, and provision of student support during office hours. The courses will be taught face-to-face, use of the introductory text approved by the Department is required to support integration with other course offerings in the program. If an instructor cannot be found to deliver these courses face to face then online delivery may be considered.
The courses include:
Fall 2025
ANTH 112: F25N01 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 10:00-11:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
Spring 2026
ANTH 112: S26N01 - Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 13:00-14:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
ANTH 212 S26N01 - Sociocultural Anthropology
M/W 08:30-10:00
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
ANTH 324
Food and Culture
T/R 10:00-11:30
Delivery mode: Face-to-Face
Nanaimo Campus
Course descriptions and more information about the Anthropology Department can be found at: https://www.viu.ca/programs/arts-humanities-social-sciences/anthropology-ba
Required Qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in Anthropology from an appropriately accredited institution
- A record of relevant successful undergraduate teaching
- Demonstrated knowledge of course content
- Demonstrated ability to deliver courses that address diverse learning styles and cultural and academic backgrounds
- Experience using a common learning management system, such as Desire2Learn, Blackboard, or Moodle
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctoral specialization in relevant subject area
- Experience in teaching small classes in an inclusive institutional environment
VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.
Note:
- Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
- All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
- Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.
About Vancouver Island University
We believe the doors to a university education should be open to everyone. We believe in the power of personal connection and kindness. We value diversity of thought, identity and experience. And we know our success is best measured by the strength of our community and the achievements of our students.
A university by and for our community VIU is a public university in Canada with a long history. Since 1936, we have addressed the needs of Vancouver Island with programs that improve lives in coastal BC. We have grown and adapted to changing times, extending our reach and impact while still focusing on the local community.