Job ID

76381

Job Title

SESSIONAL FACULTY-INDIGST 3HH3: Experiential Indigenous Medicine- Winter 2027

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/05/26

Job Type

Limited Term (<12 months)

Close Date

2026/06/15

Employee Group

CUPE Sessional Faculty

Favorite Job

Department

SOCSCI Indigenous Studies

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job Code

001095

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

3.1 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

17.89

Job Description

The Indigenous Studies Department invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-2027 academic session.

Date of Posting: May 25 2026

Applications to be directed to: Dr. Robert Innes, Chair of Indigenous Studies

Department Contact: Nicole Martin, Academic Department Manager – martin38@mcmaster.ca

Course Name(s)/Number(s): INDIGST 3HH3: Experiential Indigenous Medicine

Term: Winter 2027

Number of Section(s) Available: 1

Number of Units per Section: 3

Location: TBD, McMaster Main Campus

Projected Enrollment: 40

Projected TA Support: NA

Wage Rate: $9,435.73 (As per schedule “A” of the CUPE, Local 3906, Unit 2 Collective Agreement)

Start Time and Duration**:** Classes January 4 2027- April 7 2027 on Mondays 11:30AM- 2:20PM. Exam Period: April 9 2027- April 22 2027

***Please note: Class times and locations are subject to change according to timetable updates.**

Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties

Building on concepts of traditional medicines, their histories and their connection to Indigenous philosophies of wellness studied in INDIGST 2HW3, this course focuses on procedures for procurement and practical application of medicines. Emphasis will be placed on cultural protocols and the reasons for efficacy.

Required Qualifications:

Experience with and knowledge of Indigenous communities and ways of knowing, with expertise in Indigenous medicines and concepts and the ability to lead class in practical hands-on activities. The candidate will preferably have a Master’s degree or equivalent and demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity to the values of Indigenous people’s cultural traditions and spirituality. Preference given to practitioners of Indigenous Medicine.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching at university level.

• *Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement.**The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount.*If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.

Applications should be submitted in one (1) PDF file by applying online via MOSAIC at the McMaster Academic Careers website.

Please submit the following by the closing date: June 15th

1. A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.

2. A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.

3. Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/

4. Names and contact information of two references. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) or Nina Bovair at ext. 23850 to communicate accommodation needs

Pay Transparency Statement

The starting salary will not be less than $17,845.36 per 6 units, or $8,922.68 per 3 units.

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