SY324A, Sociology of Food and Culture

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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Wilfrid Laurier University Full time

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SY324A, Sociology of Food and Culture (Winter 2025)

Position Title: SY324A, Sociology of Food and Culture (Winter 2025)

Term: Winter 2025 (January 1 to April 30)

Location: Waterloo Campus

Type of Course: Lecture/In-class

Anticipated Class Size: 50

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: May 30, 2024

Posting ends: June 16, 2024 at 11:59 pm

Position Summary:

The course addresses structural and symbolic aspects of the contemporary foodscapes in North America, with a focus on the Canadian context. Food matters are examined as social justice concerns and modes of cultural communication. Theoretical approaches employed may include feminist, queer family studies, cultural studies and critical race.

Qualifications – Required: Master's Degree

Qualifications – Discipline: Sociology or related discipline

Qualifications – Other: Applicants must demonstrate professional training and/or experience relevant to the substantive content of the course.

Application Deadline: June 16, 2024 at 11:59 pm

  • Names and Contact Information for Referees
  • Evidence of Good Teaching
  • Verification of Highest Degree

Optional

  • Teaching Dossier
  • Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

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Department of Sociology

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement , for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed using both the "Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1" in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric , where applicable. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.

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For Supplementary Remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3

Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at

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Members of the designated groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

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