Tenure-track faculty position - Sociocultural Anthropology

Posting Reason:

New Position

Job Family:

Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation:

APUO

Faculty/Department:

School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies_FT

Campus:

Main Campus

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/05

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

SCHOOL OF SOCIOLOGICAL AND ANTHROPOLOGICAL STUDIES

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA

Tenure-track faculty position in Socialcultural Anthropology

The School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies (SSAS), within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa, is accepting applications for one (1) tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in sociocultural anthropology. 

We are looking for candidates with an innovative research program and interest in teaching methodology and research design at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Topical specialization is open.

Expertise in experiential learning is considered an asset. Priority will be given to candidates whose theoretical and regional expertise complements that of current faculty.

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s capital.

The Faculty of Social Sciences comprises nine departments, schools and institutes, which offer undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs in both English and French. With its 10,000 students, 260 full-time professors, and a wide array of programs and research centres, the Faculty of Social Sciences plays a key role at the heart of the University of Ottawa. Its graduate students are trained by excellent researchers and undertake cutting-edge research in the Faculty’s Master’s and Ph.D. programs.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

•   A PhD in Anthropology; candidates who are close to completing their doctoral degree may also be considered.

•   Demonstrate excellence, or the potential for excellence, in teaching.

•   Demonstrate excellence, or the potential for excellence, in research.

Duties

•   Teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels;

•   research activities;

•   supervision of graduate students;

•   participation in the educational and administration activities of the School;

•   performing any other activity provided for in the Collective Agreement.

Terms

A new tenure-track position. Note that tenure is conditional on active knowledge of Canada's two official languages (English and French).

Salary

Salary scale for an Assistant Professor starts at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).

Starting Date

July 1, 2027

Benefits package

The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.

Location of Work

The School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies, University of Ottawa, 120 University, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6N5

Application Deadline

The deadline for applications is November 2, 2026; however, applications may be considered after this date until the position is filled.

A complete application must include the following elements:

• A letter of application describing your teaching and research experience and interests.
• A Curriculum vitae, including the names and contact information of references.
• A clear statement of your level of fluency in French and English.

Candidates must be prepared to provide, upon request, three letters of reference, a course syllabus, and a writing sample.

Contact Information

Director, School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.  Email [email protected]

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The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at [email protected]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

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