The Department of History at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a Sessional Instructor for the 2025 First Summer Semester to teach HIST4090.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval. This is a .5 sessional instructor position.

HIST4090 – Pasteur vs Koch

Louis Pasteur (1822–1895) and Robert Koch (1843–1910) were the two most influential microbiologists in the second half of the 19th century.  Koch, from Germany, discovered the diseases causing organisms of many major infectious diseases, including anthrax, tuberculosis and cholera. Pasteur, from France, discovered ‘pasteurization,’ and he established the basis for antisepsis in surgery. Both were responsible for establishing the germ theory of disease, which had a major impact on medicine, especially the way we treat contagious diseases. Curiously, these two giants of science disliked each other intensely. This course examines how the personal rivalry between Pasteur and Koch reflected major developments in the mid-to late 19th century, including changes in how science was understood, geo-political conflicts in Europe, and European colonial attitudes towards Africa.

There is a field trip portion to this course (1 June – 11 June 2025) during which time students will travel to Paris and Berlin.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will have a PhD specialization in the history of medicine and science, experience in study abroad programs at UPEI, and professional contacts in Paris and Berlin to facilitate the field trip portion of this course.

Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a letter of application, an updated C.V., and the names of three
referees to:

Dr. Richard Raiswell
Department of History
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Email: jmoran@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 May 1, 2025.