PO311G: International Environmental Policy

Wilfrid Laurier University is seeking a lecturer for the course PO311G: International Environmental Policy for Winter 2027. The position requires a PhD in Political Science or related fields and focuses on international environmental policy-making. Classes will be held in-person on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 PM to 5:20 PM, with an expected class size of 50 students. The application deadline is July 17, 2026.
Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Arts Department: Political Science Campus: Waterloo Employee Group: WLUFA Requisition ID: 11627 Position Title: PO311G: International Environmental Policy (Winter 2027) Term: Winter 2027 (Jan 1 – April 30) Days/Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4PM to 520PM Hours per week/Hours Total: 3/36 Mode of Delivery: In-Person Type of Instruction: Lecture Anticipated Class Size: 50 Posted on: July 3 2026 Posting ends: July 17 2026 AI tools will be used in the hiring process: No Position Summary: Explores international environmental policy-making in the Age of the Anthropocene, including geopolitical dynamics, economic and natural resource systems, and trends in human well-being. Delves into the perspectives and knowledge systems, global earth governance architecture and policy approaches that seem most promising in terms of transforming our political, economic and social systems towards sustainability. Qualifications – Required Academic Degree: PhD Qualifications – Required Discipline: Political Science, Global Governance or related discipline Qualifications – Required Areas of Specialization: International Environmental politics background and/or experience teaching Salary: $10 212.40 (C.A. article 25.2) Application Deadline: July 17 2026 Submit with Application: Required for All Applicants - CV (required) - Candidate Application Form (CAF) Required for External Applicants - Names and Contact Information for Referees - Evidence of Good Teaching - Verification of highest degree Optional - Cover Letter - Teaching Dossier - Sample Course Outline Note: A Cover Letter is not expected (unless noted as required) as the CAF will include information that is typically included in a Cover Letter. Applications may be addressed to: Political Science PTAC To Apply: Please click the gold “Apply Now” button located on the top right hand side of the page. You will be asked to sign in if