The Department of Religious Studies invites applications for a sessional instructor position teaching RS 2610 Chinese Religion and Philosophy (course description below) lecturing in the evening (day TBD) Fall 2025 term. 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. 

RS 2610 – Chinese Religion and Philosophy

This course is an introduction to Chinese religion and philosophy. It examines the so-called "Three Teachings" in China: Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Most of the course deals with the basic philosophical concepts, moral values and religious beliefs of these major traditions. Attention is directed also to their impact on traditional China, as well as on other East Asian countries, including Japan and Korea. The course concludes by considering the contemporary situation of each tradition in response to recent economic, social and political changes.

Qualifications:
 

Candidates should possess an MA, PhD preferred, in Religious Studies, Philosophy or another closely matching discipline and have experience teaching in the area(s) of Chinese and/or East Asian Eastern religious and philosophical traditions.  

Preference will be given to qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Department of Religious Studies Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

Application Instructions: 

Interested candidates should submit in a single PDF document a letter of application, updated curriculum vitae, and a sample syllabus to:

Dr. Robert Dennis, Chair, Religious Studies
Email: rdennis@upei.ca 

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is April 25, 2025, by 4:00 pm.