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

Deadline for Applications: Monday, August 31, 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 (EMSP) at the University of King’s College invites applications for a Teaching Assistant to handle duties in EMSP 2313.03 (cross-listed as CTMP 2313.03F), “The Vampire” for the fall 2026 term, running from September 8 to December 31, 2026. EMSP/CTMP 2313 is an interdisciplinary course which examines changing ideas of the vampire in the early modern and contemporary periods. The course considers the figure of the vampire as it appears in folklore, philosophy, fiction, poetry, film and television.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Reading course material
• Grading assignments and exams
• Attending lectures (please consult the Dalhousie Academic Timetable regarding class time)
• 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 subject areas relevant to the course are encouraged to apply. Prior TA experience (at the university level) is also an asset.

Hourly Rate of Pay: $35.11 (classification of TA130). Position is conditional on the course’s final enrolment numbers.

To apply, please forward a letter of interest and CV indicating evidence of teaching ability to: Dr. Kathryn Morris at kathryn.morris@ukings.ca.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to the same 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.