Position Summary
:The Middle Ages have served as a source of inspiration for video games since the earliest days of the medium. Today, medievalist elements can be observed in everything from blockbuster to mobile freemium games. This course will examine medievalism in gaming on narrative, aesthetic, and cultural levels. Topics will include the direct use of medieval history in strategy games; the influence of medieval literary genres on game narratives; the representation of medieval art, architecture, and other elements of culture in the design of game worlds; and the influence of class, religion, and gender on gamers’ perception of medieval authenticity.
Qualifications – Required Academic Degree: Master of Arts
Qualifications – Required Discipline:
Qualifications – Required Areas of Specialization:Medieval or Medievalism Studies
Qualifications – Required Professional Designation:Masters (required)
Qualifications - Other
Salary:$10,212.40
Application Deadline: June 7, 2026
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CV (required. Max 20 pages)
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Names and Contact Information for 2 Referees
Evidence of Good Teaching
Verification of highest degree
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Cover Letter
Teaching Dossier
Sample Course Outline (maximum 2 pages)
Note: A Cover Letter is not expected (unless noted as required) as the CAF will include information that is typically included in a Cover Letter.
Applications may be addressed to:
Dr. Chris Nighman, Program Coordinator
Medieval and Medievalism Studies
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario
c/o
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