Full-time, 2-year Limited Term Appointment as Assistant Professor in Screenwriting and Adaptation

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The Department of English and Film Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a two-year Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Screenwriting and Adaptation beginning July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval.

Anticipated Salary Range: $90K to $110K. Actual salary to be commensurate with experience.

The successful candidate will have expertise and publications in Screenwriting, Intermedial Adaptation, and/or Creative Writing, with a PhD in Film Studies, English, Creative Writing (or related field). University teaching experience is required.

We are seeking a writer with an active record of publications and teaching experience who operates at the intersections of filmic and literary studies, and can contribute to our department’s thriving undergraduate programs. The successful candidate will be expected to teach five one-term courses per year, to maintain a robust research agenda, and to engage in academic service. The Department currently offers a variety of courses in screenwriting, literary and film adaptation, creative writing, graphic novels, and popular culture. We would also encourage the candidate to develop new courses or special topics to complement departmental strengths. The department’s MA and PhD programs offer additional teaching opportunities for candidates with PhDs.
Aligned with Laurier’s Action Plan for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Indigeneity (https://www.wlu.ca/about/discover-laurier/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/index.html), the Department of English and Film Studies is strongly committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in our hiring process and consideration of candidates with lived experience. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from diverse and equity-deserving groups to apply.

Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading Canadian university renowned for its learning environment and student-focused educational experience. As a comprehensive university with more than 19,000 students, Laurier has grown rapidly in research intensity while at the same time preserving its well-earned reputation for undergraduate and graduate teaching and learning excellence. With a multi-campus and multi-community culture, Laurier offers students an exceptional range and depth of more than 100 academic programs taught by award-winning lecturers across nine faculties.
For more information about working at Laurier as well as the Department of English and Film Studies, applicants are encouraged to visit our web pages:

Wilfrid Laurier University: https://www.wlu.ca/
Department of English and Film Studies: https://students.wlu.ca/programs/arts/english-and-film-studies/index.html

Qualifications:
• Required: PhD in Film Studies, English, Creative Writing or related field (in hand as of July 1, 2026)
• Required: Postsecondary Teaching Experience

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, sample publications, and a dossier that may include creative work and summaries of course evaluations and course outlines. Applicants should also provide contact information for three referees. Application materials should be addressed to:

Dr. Markus Poetzsch, Chair
Department of English and Film Studies

WHERE TO SUBMIT: Laurier’s Career Portal: https://careers.wlu.ca/job/Waterloo-Full-Time%2C-2-year-Limited-Term-Appointment-as-Assistant-Professor-in-Screenwriting-and-Adaptation-ON/1290767447/

Electronic submission of applications will be accepted until Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:59pm.

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 qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [email protected]. Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [email protected].

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obligated to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenships; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements in their cover letter:

Yes, I am a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
No, I am not a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Members of designated groups must self-identify to be considered for employment equity. Candidates may self-identify, in confidence, to Dr. Sofie Lachapelle, Dean of Arts ([email protected]). Further information on the equity policy can be found at https://www.wlu.ca/about/governance/assets/resources/8.4-employment-equity.html

Applicants are encouraged to address any career interruptions or special circumstances that may have affected their record of research and teaching, in accordance with SSHRC and NSERC definitions and guidelines. To obtain a copy of this job description in an accessible format, please contact Renee Ellis ([email protected]).

The Department of English and Film Studies wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the Search Committee, and a short list of candidates shall be interviewed. Only those applicants selected for the shortlist will be contacted.

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