SCAR 2MT3 – ASIAN MEDITATION TRADITIONS - SESSIONA

The Department of Religious Studies invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2022 Winter Session.

Course Name(s)/Number(s):                  SCAR 2MT3 – Asian Meditation Traditions

Fall Term:                                                     January 10 – April 12, 2022 

Number of Section(s) Available:           one                                     

Number of Units per Section:               three

Location (on/off campus):                      Central campus  

Projected Enrollment:                              80

Projected TA Support:                             TBD (based on enrolment)

Wage Rate:                                                 $7,630.55

Teaching schedule:                                  TBA

Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties:

A study of the historical traditions and modern transformations of Asian religious practices of meditation and mental cultivation.

Two hours lecture (Friday, 1:30-2:20 p.m.; Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.), one-hour tutorial (Tuesday, 12:30-1:20 p.m.).

Required Qualifications:

Eligible candidates are those with a completed PhD as well as graduate students whose university funding has expired; doctoral students who apply must have completed all course work and comprehensive exams

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.  However, those legally able to work in Canada and at McMaster University will be given priority.  McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff.  Accordingly, the University especially encourages applications from women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities, and persons with disabilities.

*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.

Online Application Procedure:

Please submit the following by July 31, 2021 via MOSAIC:

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 CV listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.

3. For current or previous McMaster sessional faculty, information necessary to determine your current seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement).  Questions may be directed to CUPE 3906 (905-525-9140 Ext. 24056).

4.  First-time applicants should supply the name and contact information of two references.

If you require this information in an alternate/accessible format, please contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) to communicate accommodation needs.

Employment Equity Statement:

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the lands protected by the “Dish with One Spoon” wampum agreement.

In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) or the Faculty of Health Sciences Human Resources office at ext. 22207 to communicate accommodation needs.