The Environmental Studies Program at the University of Prince Edward Island has an opening for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following two-week intensive course in the Summer 2025 semester (May 26-June 6, 2025).  This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

ENV 3020/BIO 3020 AQUACULTURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT (Cross-listed)

This field course will examine interactions between aquaculture and the environment by providing an overview of the global field of aquaculture with an emphasis on the aquaculture industry on Prince Edward Island. Topics covered include policy and regulation, water quality, production systems, disease and pest management, and the effect of aquaculture on the environment and human communities.  Three hours lecture, three hours field.

This two-week intensive course runs Monday-Friday 8:30 – 4:20 pm. from May 26 – June 6, 2025

Qualifications:

Successful applicants should have a minimum of a Master’s degree in an environmental or related field, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience in the subject area for the course. Applicants should have experience in teaching, research or practice related to the course content.

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and names of three referees by e-mail to:

Dr. Carolyn Peach Brown, Director of Environmental Studies

University of Prince Edward Island

550 University Avenue

Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3

Email: hcpbrown@upei.ca

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is February 21, 2025.