Graduate degree (PhD, PhD abd , MFA or MA) in Visual Arts, Art History or Italian Studies. A record of sustained successful teaching of art courses at the University level with specific focus on the Italian Renaissance. Native or near native fluency in English.
Teaching documentation: evidence of teaching competence at University level specifically dealing with courses in Renaissance Art and Architecture; official student and peer evaluations; teaching dossier; sample course syllabus; references. Ability to work alone without immediate direct supervision. Responsibility in all aspects of course work: course development; careful test and exam preparation; student assessment; prompt and accurate marking.
Expected integration of web-based and multimedia teaching/learning tools. Use of email, Brightspace, internet, common office software ( e.g. Word, Excel) and multi-media equipment.
Commitment to responsible time management ( e.g. course structuring, punctuality for lectures). Commitment to meeting the requirements and administrative responsibilities associated with the delivery of the course. Availability for individual consultation with students (office hours 1.5 hours per section per week required ) and proctoring exam .
Applications
Please include:
a cover letter
a current resume
course/performance evaluations
a sample syllabus for a course on Renaissance Art and Architecture
at least two reference letters.
Members with seniority can provide seniority date in the application questionnaire. Assure to include all required documentation.
Please Note
Positions listed on this posting are subject to course enrolments and budgetary approval.
As per Article 22.04 of the Collective Agreement:
Members shall not accept any appointment which, taken together with all other appointments at the University, would cause the member to exceed the maximum number of regular hours (i.e., not overtime hours) allowable in a work week under the Employment Standards Act, as amended from time to time.
Applicants that are in excess of the above noted workload limits will not have their applications considered unless they have received prior written approval from the appropriate Dean and the Human Resources Department.
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Additional Comments
Course descriptions can be found on the Undergraduate course calendar website:
http://www.brocku.ca/webcal/
Academic terms generally run from:
Fall - September to December
Winter - January to April
Spring - May to July
Summer - July to August
*Actual dates can be found on the Timetables available on the Office of the Registrar web page: https://brocku.ca/registrar/tool
Benefits
Effective September 1, 2026 - $7,887.59 per half course (195 hours nominally)Effective September 1, 2026 - $15,775.20 per full course (390 hours nominally)Please note: Instructors who are employed in a 2-hour/week lecture, or the equivalent of a 2-hour/week lecture, are responsible for the first hour of seminar/lab in each course.Vision insurance
Additional Information
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Post End Date:
June 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM
This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group) Title of Course: EARLY TO HIGH RENAISSANCE ART & ARCHITECTURE
ITAL 2P92 WINTER D3 LEC Tuesday (1400-1700)
Please Note: The mode of delivery for this course will be face to face during the term.
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