Teaching Assistant in the Early Modern Studies Program (Part-Time)

Deadline for Applications: August 22, 2025

The Early Modern Studies Program at the University of King’s College invites applications for a Teaching Assistant position for “Love, Lust and Desire in Italian Renaissance Art” (EMSP 3280) in the Fall 2025 Term. The course examines how gender, race and class shaped the visual imaginary of desire in Renaissance Italy (c. 1350–1600). Weekly topics will include: the visual culture of courtly love, marriage and virginity, ideals of beauty and the male gaze, sexual violence, women artists and self-representation, and the fetishization of foreign bodies.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• reading course material
• grading assignments and exams
• holding office hours and assisting students with assignments
• attending lectures (please consult the Dalhousie Academic Timetable regarding class time)
• moderating discussions and/or tutorials
• consulting on a regular basis with the instructor regarding the approach taken in teaching, grading and other expectations

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates may come from various fields but should have at least an undergraduate degree. Graduates with some background in art history, early modern studies, literature, philosophy or cultural studies are especially encouraged to apply. Prior TA experience is also an asset.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $30.05 (classification of TA130). The position is conditional on the course’s final enrollment numbers.

To apply, please forward an electronic application, consisting of a cover letter including a statement of interests and relevant experience and CV indicating evidence of teaching ability to:

Dr. Justina Spencer
c/o Early Modern Studies Program
University of King’s College
Email: justina.spencer@ukings.ca

Questions regarding the position can be directed to the same email address.

The University of King’s College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.