Part-Time Academic (INFO 2001 – Digital Society) Winter 2026
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Academic (INFO 2001 – Digital Society) Winter 2026
Posting Number
PTAP3127P
Department/Unit
Information Science
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
Work Assignment: INFO 2001 – Digital Society
The sessional instructor will teach the online undergraduate elective course Digital Society (INFO 2001) in the 2026 Winter term.
The instructor will report to the Director of the Department. Duties include but are not limited to: Responsibility for all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, active learning class sessions, assignment preparation and evaluation; availability for two hours per week for consultation with students. Course syllabi are available upon request.
Qualifications/Requirements of Position
Requirements of the Position: PhD in Information Science, Anthropology, or Sociology or be in the final stages of a Ph.D. program. Previous experience teaching large undergraduate class, asynchronous is required. Previous experience supervising a team of teaching assistants required. Previous experience teaching INFO2000 – Digital Citizenship or INFO2001 Digital Society is required.
If you are interested in this position, please apply in writing (CV and cover letter) by the deadline. Please list the course number in your cover letter.
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the courses and approval by the University.
Salary Range/Pay Rate
$6478 (In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement)
Additional Information
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment
January 2026 - April 2026
Open Date
11/06/2025
Close Date
11/16/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.
Part-Time Academic (INFO 2001 – Digital Society) Winter 2026
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Academic (INFO 2001 – Digital Society) Winter 2026
Posting Number
PTAP3127P
Department/Unit
Information Science
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
Work Assignment: INFO 2001 – Digital Society
The sessional instructor will teach the online undergraduate elective course Digital Society (INFO 2001) in the 2026 Winter term.
The instructor will report to the Director of the Department. Duties include but are not limited to: Responsibility for all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including lectures, active learning class sessions, assignment preparation and evaluation; availability for two hours per week for consultation with students. Course syllabi are available upon request.
Qualifications/Requirements of Position
Requirements of the Position: PhD in Information Science, Anthropology, or Sociology or be in the final stages of a Ph.D. program. Previous experience teaching large undergraduate class, asynchronous is required. Previous experience supervising a team of teaching assistants required. Previous experience teaching INFO2000 – Digital Citizenship or INFO2001 Digital Society is required.
If you are interested in this position, please apply in writing (CV and cover letter) by the deadline. Please list the course number in your cover letter.
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the courses and approval by the University.
Salary Range/Pay Rate
$6478 (In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement)
Additional Information
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment
January 2026 - April 2026
Open Date
11/06/2025
Close Date
11/16/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.