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Posting period: February 1-13, 2026

Deadline to Apply: February 13, 2026

Salary: $11 479/ course (including vacation pay).

The Department of Anthropology is inviting applications to teach a course in summer 2026. Please complete the online application form and upload required documents. Applications will be ranked according to the collective agreement between McGill University and the MCLIU. Preference will be given to the qualified applicant with the most priority points. McGill University is committed to equity in employment and diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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ANTH 207 - Ethnography through film

This course will investigate and discuss cultural systems, patterns, and differences, and the ways in which they are observed, visually represented, and communicated by anthropologists using film and video. The visual representation of cultures will be critically evaluated by asking questions about perspective, authenticity, ethnographic authority and ethics.

May 4 – June 4, 2026: Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs (1:35 pm – 3:55 pm)

Location: TBA

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

Education: MFA or MA required; Priority to holders of MFA or PhDs with specialization in relevant areas.

Experience: Priority will be given to candidates with experience in teaching documentary and/or ethnographic filmmaking; priority will be given to candidates with prior filmmaking experience as demonstrated by dossier and film festival screenings, etc.

This course will be taught by one instructor in-person.

Hiring Unit:

Department of Anthropology

Course Title:

Ethnography Through Film

Subject Code:

ANTH 207 001

Location:

TBA

Schedule:

Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs

Deadline to Apply:

2026-02-13

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.