Assistant Professor in Global/Transnational/ Decolonial Perspectives on Gender and Environmental Justice (Tenure-Track)
Consistent with UVic’s values, we acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the University of Victoria stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
The Department of Gender Studies at the University of Victoria invites applications for a tenure-track position in the area of Global/Transnational/ Decolonial Perspectives on Gender and Environmental Justice. Particular areas of interest include but are not limited to theory and practice of decolonial, environmental justice through intersectional feminisms. The Department is particularly seeking candidates with research interests that trace lineages and have lived experience from diasporic, global Indigenous, Black, or migrant communities. The Department invites and supports gender and queer interdisciplinary research methods, critical inquiry, and theoretical perspectives. The Department defines equity through an intersectional approach reflected in pedagogy, research, service, and lived experience. We encourage candidates to express how they align with this perspective. The Assistant Professor position commences July 1, 2025.
The candidate's qualifications, experience and overall market demand will determine a candidate’s final salary offer. The salary for this position includes a competitive salary range of $100,011 - $123,543. UVic is committed to offering an equitable and competitive salary, inclusive of a generous benefits package, eligible leaves, and pension plan.
In accordance with the University’s Equity Plan and pursuant to section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferred candidates must be from the following groups: Indigenous Peoples, Black Peoples who self-identify as being of African and/or Caribbean descent, People of Colour, and People with Disabilities/Disabled Peoples. Candidates from these groups who wish to qualify for consideration must self-identify.
For candidates self-identifying as Indigenous, please note the Office of the Vice President Indigenous is in the process of creating a policy to support the affirmation of declarations of Indigenous citizenship. A candidate may have to complete the Indigenous Citizenship Declaration process once the policy is drafted and established. For more information please see https://www.uvic.ca/ovpi/ways-of-knowing/policies-and-guidelines/indigenous-citizenship-declaration-icd/index.php - ipn-icd-communications
Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. or equivalent by date of appointment, a strong record of scholarship and/or creative work, a demonstrated commitment to teaching in an interdisciplinary undergraduate Gender Studies program at all levels, and the ability to draw on experiential knowledge in research and teaching. The successful candidate will demonstrate clear potential for research excellence, teaching, curriculum development, publication, and student supervision and mentorship. Further, as a member of a small department, the candidate will be expected to share in administrative duties both at the departmental and university level and participate in the growth of the department (e.g. the candidate will be expected to teach in GNDR 100 to support the development of the program). Moreover, we are seeking a candidate who enjoys collaborative working environments and student engagement.
Additional information
Research Stream Faculty
Research stream faculty’s normal workload is 40% research, 40% teaching and 20% service. All full-time faculty members not entitled to course release are expected to teach 6.0 units each year during the fall and spring terms (September to April); normally, two courses are taught in the fall term and two courses in the spring term. These courses will usually include 100-level, 200-level, and 300-level courses. The Department currently offers an undergraduate program; however, there is opportunity for faculty members to supervise and teach graduate level students in other programs.
Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement. Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; if you are neither a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, please indicate if you are authorized to work in Canada and be prepared to provide a copy of your permit authorizing same.
Contact information
Complete applications must include:
- A cover letter;
- A complete curriculum vitae;
- The names and addresses (including email and telephone numbers) of at least three academic referees who the department may contact; additional references from no more than two non-academic community members are welcome but not required;
- Copies of two selected relevant publications and/or creative works; and
- A teaching portfolio that includes summaries of teaching evaluations.
- The Department invites applicants who wish to self-identify to please do so in the first paragraph of the cover letter in a clear manner.
Optional documentation may include:
- testimonials about teaching
- peer evaluations of teaching
- any relevant documentation demonstrating scholarly activity as defined in this ad.
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide a list and brief description of three proposed courses that add breadth to the existing curriculum.
To apply, please send the following application materials (electronic only, in pdf or Word format) to gndrapp@uvic.ca
Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed via Zoom.
Any questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Davina Bhandar, Chair, Gender Studies Department at gndrchair@uvic.ca.
Application deadline
Closing date for application is 11:59pm PST October 28, 2024
Equity statement
UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement
Required accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process can be facilitated through the Faculty Relations and Academic Administration at frrecruit@uvic.ca. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.