Ville : Hamilton

Catégorie : Other

Industrie : Education

Employeur : McMaster University

MPP invites applications for the following teaching position in the 2026-27 session:

PUBPOL 707: Architectures of Digital Ecosystems

This course provides a technical overview of a selection of key digital technologies intended to provide students with a working knowledge as to how these technologies work and their resultant policy implications. Topics include Internet Protocols, Artificial Intelligence, blockchain and cryptocurrency, cloud and quantum computing, social media platforms, programmatic advertising, and biotechnology.

The successful candidate will have a track record of research and teaching appointments at the rank commensurate with an Adjunct Professor, Associate Professor or Professor of Practice.

Applicants must have an area of specialization in digital transformation, technologies, and policy development, and a track record of research in their area of specialization with evidence of interdisciplinary research.  Practical experience in the private or public sectors is an asset. The Faculty of Social Sciences and MPP have significant strengths in the areas of research, teaching and mentorship. The successful applicant will teach at graduate level and have a demonstrated track record of excellent teaching.

The incumbent will be appointed at the appropriate rank with MPP located on the main university campus to begin on September 1, 2026.

McMaster University is a globally renowned institution of higher learning and a research community committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being. McMaster has a vision to achieve international distinction for creativity, innovation and excellence as a student-centred, research-intensive university.  McMaster’s Faculty of Social Sciences comprises over 130 faculty members advancing education and research in collaboration with one or more of the Faculty’s 13 schools, departments and program areas.  Its disciplines are preparing societal leaders to respond to economic, political and cultural shifts in Canada and abroad.  Discover more about the Faculty of Social Sciences

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. All applicants will receive an online confirmation of receipt of their application; only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University gathers information about applicants’ status as either a permanent resident of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements:  Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada or No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Direct any inquiries about this position to:

Graeme Stewart, Executive Director, MPP

E-mail: Graeme.stewart@mcmaster.ca