Sessional Instructor - Department of Environmental Studies - Faculty of Science - Winter 2027

The Environmental Studies Program at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a Sessional Instructor during the forthcoming Winter 2027 semester. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

ENV-2120-01 - Earth’s Physical Environment

This course will introduce students to the basic 'building blocks' of Earth's physical characteristics, providing a foundation on which to develop more specialist knowledge in their understanding of Environmental Studies. It will examine the geologic and geomorphic cycles, including processes of weathering, erosion, transportation, and deposition, and investigate how these create fluvial, glacial, and coastal landforms and impact human activity. It also aims to address atmospheric processes and the links between global climate zones and world ecosystems.

W 5:30 PM– 8:15 PM

Qualifications:

Successful applicants should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in an environmental or related field, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience in the subject area for the course. Applicants should have experience in teaching, research, or practice related to the course content.

Preference will be given to the qualified candidate with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster, and to those with experience in teaching university-level courses.