The Department of Sociology invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026 Fall term.
Applications submitted online via MOSAIC to the attention of: Dr. Neil McLaughlin, Acting Undergraduate Chair.
Course Name/Number: SOCIOL 4CM3 - Critical Analysis of Media
Term: Fall 2026
Number of sections available: 1 section
Number of units per section: 3 units
Projected enrolment: 25
Projected TA support: 0
Wage Rate: $9435.73 (as per current rate in schedule “A” of the CUPE, Local 3906, Unit 2 Collective Agreement)
Location: MDCL_1115
Class Times: Thursdays 11:30am-2:20pm
Duration: Tuesday, September 8 – Thursday, December 10, 2026
Exam Period: Friday, December 11 - Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Course Description:
This course examines critical theoretical perspectives and research focusing on power, control, inequality, and conflict in relation to media production and media content.
Required Qualifications:
A Ph.D. degree in Sociology is preferred with successful teaching experience and a strong scholarly record. In addition, selection will be based on seniority, teaching competence, ability to perform the various duties and previous academic employment experience.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, those legally able to work in Canada and at McMaster University will be given priority. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. Accordingly, the University especially encourages applications from women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minorities, and persons with disabilities.
*Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement. The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount. If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.
Application Procedure
Please submit application online via MOSAIC by the closing date:
- A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught.
- A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
- For current or previous McMaster Sessional Faculty, please include your Current Seniority and Aggregate Seniority in your cover letter . Questions may be directed to CUPE 3906 (905-525-9140 Ext. 24003).
If you require this information in an alternate/accessible format, please contact Employee/Labour Relations Administrator at extension 23850.
