Offer summary

Qualifications:

PhD in English or a master's degree in English or a closely related field., MFA in Creative Writing is required for ENGL-3517., Post-secondary teaching experience in English Studies is essential., Strong understanding of Nipissing University's policies and procedures..

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for assigned courses.

Available to meet with students outside of official classroom time.

Complete mandatory training requirements as per university guidelines.

Review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures.

Job description

Course Instructor (Distance) – English Studies, Fall 2025

Date Posted: Monday May 5, 2025

Closing Date: Monday May 19, 2025 (Open Until Filled)

Faculty: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: English Studies

Salary Range: $6,818.58 CAD + vacation pay

The Faculty of Arts and Science at Nipissing University invites applications from qualified instructors to teach English Studies courses during the Fall 2025 semester.

Qualifications

A PhD in English
A master's degree in English or closely related field
MFA in Creative Writing (for ENGL-3517)
Post-secondary teaching experience in the subject area identified in the course title

Duties

Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned
Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time
Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures

Courses Available

We are hiring for multiple courses, including:

Fall 2025

(September 2, 2025, to December 1, 2025)

ENGL-2447 – Children’s Literature after 1914
ENGL-3517 – Creative Writing: Prose Fiction

View full course list in the academic calendar.

How To Apply

Complete the application form and submit the following in a single PDF to as_jobs@nipissingu.ca

📌 Cover letter

📌 Curriculum vitae

📌 Proof of highest level of education

📌 Proof Of Other Qualifications (if Applicable)

📌 Professional letter of reference

📌 Work permit (if applicable)

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.

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