The Faculty of Education at the University of New Brunswick invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the areas Critical Studies and Social Studies. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Education and have a beginning record of scholarly publishing. The ideal candidate will have expertise in critical theories (i.e., feminist, queer, anti-racist, or disability studies theories) and knowledge applying these frameworks with pre-service teachers in Social Studies education contexts. Experience with critical and community engaged scholarship, public schools, professional learning with K-12 teachers, or curriculum writing experience is preferred.
Responsibilities will include teaching at the undergraduate (Social Studies) and graduate levels (Critical Studies in Education), student supervision at the master's and doctoral levels, pursuit of a program of funded research and scholarship, and some teaching online. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellent teaching skills. Experience teaching in the K-12 system is preferred.
The appointment, effective July 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is subject to final budgetary approval.
The University of New Brunswick is one of the oldest public universities in Canada. It offers degrees in more than 60 disciplines encompassing a range of academic and professional programs. The Faculty of Education offers a variety of graduate and undergraduate programs in teacher education and adult education that are delivered face-to-face and online. The Faculty is active in international programs and has been highly successful in obtaining research grants and contracts. Fredericton, New Brunswick, is located by the Wolastoq (the beautiful and bountiful river), has many kilometers of walking trails and a very active arts community. Fredericton provides the opportunity for a balanced, environmentally friendly lifestyle.
Applications should be submitted not later than February 16, 2024. Selection and interviews will be conducted as soon as possible thereafter. A letter of application, current curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, one example of a scholarly publication reflecting your current research interests, and the names of three referees should be sent.
Application packages should be directed to:
Dr. Sharon Wahl
Dean
Faculty of Education, The University of New Brunswick
PO Box 4400, Fredericton, NB, Canada E3B 5A3
Email: wjones@unb.ca
Phone 506-453-4862
Fax: 506-453-3569
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.