Associate or Full Professor, Institute of Indigenous Research and Studies

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Tenure-track position with Open Specialization

The Institute of Indigenous Research and Studies at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor,
open to Indigenous scholars of any disciplinary background. Priority will be given to senior scholars whose academic background and training is in Indigenous Studies or cognate disciplines and who conduct research around questions of, but not exclusively:

Candidates whose research and teaching praxes reflect an existing and ongoing relationship to legally recognized and inherent First Nations, Metis, and Inuit nations, communities and/or organizations (non-profit, health and wellness, educational sectors, etc.), or artistic and heritage organizations (museums, galleries, theatres, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Priority will be given to First Nations, Metis, and Inuit scholars who regard Indigenous Studies as a suitable home for their research and teaching praxis. Candidates are especially sought who wish to advance the educational opportunities and outcomes for Indigenous students and create a place where Indigenous intellectual traditions can thrive. IIRS is a newer academic unit and successful candidates will be expected to contribute to its growth, including the building of graduate programming.

A strong commitment to participate in the administrative activities of the Institute is required.

Preferential Hiring of Indigenous Candidates

In addition to increasing the representation of Indigenous faculty members in IIRS’s teaching and research activities, this position will support the growth of Indigenous Studies as a discipline at the University of Ottawa.

This hiring is undertaken in accordance with the which seeks to remedy the under-representation of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit faculty members. By their cover letter and application materials, candidates must demonstrate that they are First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit and have their referees also speak to their indigeneity.

We especially encourage applications from Indigenous scholars with connections to the nations and peoples from the territories near the University of Ottawa or who make the region home; however, we welcome applications from all First Nations, Metis, and Inuit scholars.

The start date is expected to be July 1, 2025.

Position: Associate or Full Professor level, but other ranks may be considered under exceptional circumstances

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) scholarly activities and research; b) academic service including the development of a graduate program; c) teaching, d) supervision of students. The successful candidate is expected to help grow Indigenous Studies and the Institute at the University of Ottawa. A commitment to building the discipline and academic unit, including graduate programming, is required.

To this end, the successful candidate must have an established rigorous research program that includes grants from major funding agencies such as SSRHC, as well as engagement with Indigenous communities and other partners committed to decolonization of academic research. The successful candidate should also have strong knowledge of university governance and be committed to developing the Institute’s research and teaching excellence.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, in English or French.

A successful applicant is…