Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor - Term (Political Science)
About the role
Job Title
Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor - Term (Political Science)
About the University
At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.
The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on theprinciples of liberal educationwhere inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day. With campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary, uLethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs in the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business. Together, these programs serve more than 8,300 students.
We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.
Together, we transform lives and communities.
Rank
Assistant Professor
Tenure Information
Not Applicable
Position Details
The Department of Political Science at the University of Lethbridge invites applications from scholars of Political Science. This position is for an 8.5 month term Assistant Professor to begin on August 15, 2026, and end on April 30, 2027, subject to budgetary approval. Hiring salary will be in the range of $79,132-$92,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. in hand, although applicants who are very near completion of their Ph.D. may also be considered. The University of Lethbridge aspires to hire individuals who, depending upon their career stage, demonstrate considerable potential for excellence in teaching and research, or who have an established record of excellence in these areas. The successful candidate is also expected to be an active contributor to the life of the department.
Our Values:
Accessibility, Belonging and Community for all are keystrategic prioritiesfor the University of Lethbridge. The university recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and our community and is fundamental to excellence in teaching, learning, and research. Through recruitment and support of individuals who further enhance our diversity, the University strives to create a diverse and inclusive community where students, faculty and staff feel welcome, are treated equitably, and can thrive.
Our City:
Living and benefiting from Blackfoot Confederacy’s traditional territory, we acknowledge and deeply appreciate the Siksikaitsitapi peoples’ connection to their traditional territory and honour the traditions of people who have cared for this land since time immemorial. Home to more than 100,000 people,Lethbridgeis a place where ideas grow. It is a culturally vibrant city with a flourishing arts scene and an active social calendar. We boast stunning scenery, four distinct seasons, spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets that illuminate Alberta’s big sky. Lethbridge is only two hours from Calgary’s International Airport and a short drive to both Waterton Lakes National Park and the United States border. Looking for a centre with a lower cost of living than many other Canadian cities? See theCanadian Real Estate Association national price mapto compare average Canadian housing prices.
Our Application Process:
The deadline for applications is March 31, 2026, with in-person interviews to be held shortly thereafter. All applications must be submitted online, and should include a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a list of course titles that you could teach and/or would add to the current curriculum, and three potential references. Short-listed candidates will be contacted if their application is selected, at which time three letters of reference will be requested.
Our Contact Information:
For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Yale Belanger, Political Science Department Chair, atbelayd@uleth.ca.
Position Category
Other
Faculty
Faculty of Arts & Science
Campus
Lethbridge
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About University of Lethbridge
The University of Lethbridge (also known as uLethbridge and U of L) is a publicly funded comprehensive academic and research university, founded in the liberal education tradition, located in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, with two other urban campuses in Calgary and Edmonton. The main building sits among the coulees on the west side of the Oldman River.uLethbridge is a member of the Alberta Rural Development Network.
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Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor - Term (Political Science)
About the role
Job Title
Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor - Term (Political Science)
About the University
At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.
The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on theprinciples of liberal educationwhere inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day. With campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary, uLethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs in the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business. Together, these programs serve more than 8,300 students.
We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.
Together, we transform lives and communities.
Rank
Assistant Professor
Tenure Information
Not Applicable
Position Details
The Department of Political Science at the University of Lethbridge invites applications from scholars of Political Science. This position is for an 8.5 month term Assistant Professor to begin on August 15, 2026, and end on April 30, 2027, subject to budgetary approval. Hiring salary will be in the range of $79,132-$92,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. in hand, although applicants who are very near completion of their Ph.D. may also be considered. The University of Lethbridge aspires to hire individuals who, depending upon their career stage, demonstrate considerable potential for excellence in teaching and research, or who have an established record of excellence in these areas. The successful candidate is also expected to be an active contributor to the life of the department.
Our Values:
Accessibility, Belonging and Community for all are keystrategic prioritiesfor the University of Lethbridge. The university recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and our community and is fundamental to excellence in teaching, learning, and research. Through recruitment and support of individuals who further enhance our diversity, the University strives to create a diverse and inclusive community where students, faculty and staff feel welcome, are treated equitably, and can thrive.
Our City:
Living and benefiting from Blackfoot Confederacy’s traditional territory, we acknowledge and deeply appreciate the Siksikaitsitapi peoples’ connection to their traditional territory and honour the traditions of people who have cared for this land since time immemorial. Home to more than 100,000 people,Lethbridgeis a place where ideas grow. It is a culturally vibrant city with a flourishing arts scene and an active social calendar. We boast stunning scenery, four distinct seasons, spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets that illuminate Alberta’s big sky. Lethbridge is only two hours from Calgary’s International Airport and a short drive to both Waterton Lakes National Park and the United States border. Looking for a centre with a lower cost of living than many other Canadian cities? See theCanadian Real Estate Association national price mapto compare average Canadian housing prices.
Our Application Process:
The deadline for applications is March 31, 2026, with in-person interviews to be held shortly thereafter. All applications must be submitted online, and should include a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a list of course titles that you could teach and/or would add to the current curriculum, and three potential references. Short-listed candidates will be contacted if their application is selected, at which time three letters of reference will be requested.
Our Contact Information:
For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Yale Belanger, Political Science Department Chair, atbelayd@uleth.ca.
Position Category
Other
Faculty
Faculty of Arts & Science
Campus
Lethbridge
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About University of Lethbridge
The University of Lethbridge (also known as uLethbridge and U of L) is a publicly funded comprehensive academic and research university, founded in the liberal education tradition, located in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, with two other urban campuses in Calgary and Edmonton. The main building sits among the coulees on the west side of the Oldman River.uLethbridge is a member of the Alberta Rural Development Network.