Deadline for Applications: August 28, 2026
Established in 1789, the University of King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King’s is known nationally and internationally for its interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its first-year Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts programs in creative writing. King’s is a community in which students, faculty, alumni and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity and compassion to the world.
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 2026 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.
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: $35.11 (classification will be between TA90 and TA130 depending on enrolment. The position is conditional on the course’s final enrolment numbers.
To apply for this position, please forward an electronic application and C.V. to Katie Schmidt, katie.schmidt@ukings.ca and cc the instructor, Dr. Justina Spencer, justina.spencer@ukings.ca.
Questions regarding the position can be directed to the instructor, Dr. Justina Spencer, Early Modern Studies Program, University of King’s College at justina.spencer@ukings.ca.
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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.