Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Indigenous Studies in Greater Sudbury

The School of Liberal Arts in the Faculty of Arts at Laurentian University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time position in Anishinaabemowin at a rank matching qualifications and experience. Depending on the candidate's qualifications, expertise, and career focus, the appointment may be made as either a Master Lecturer (focusing on pedagogical excellence, curriculum development, and student mentorship) or a tenured/tenure-track faculty member (Lecturer, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor focusing on scholarly inquiry, grant acquisition, and research-informed teaching). Candidates are requested to specify their chosen stream in their cover letter.

The preferred start date is July 1, 2027, and the position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping Anishinaabemowin curriculum, teaching students at various levels of proficiency, and engaging in community-driven research or language revitalization initiatives in Indigenous Studies within the School of Liberal Arts.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) to Turtle Island with demonstrated ties to their community.
• Comprehensive understanding of Indigenous worldviews and frameworks.
• Understanding of Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) to Turtle Island culture and traditions including their importance within an Indigenous Studies framework.
• Preferred: Candidates who possess a master’s degree alongside extensive, recognized lived experience as a community language expert will be given full and equal consideration.
• Applicants of all educational backgrounds who bring extensive, recognized lived experience in Indigenous language fluency and teaching—including Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community language experts—are welcome and will be considered.
• Experience designing, developing, and delivering courses in Anishinaabemowin, ranging from introductory to advanced fluency levels with preference given to undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Evidence of the ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate level with a commitment to pedagogical and academic excellence, promoting a safe, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment, and advancing Laurentian University’s tricultural mandate.
• As applicable, demonstrated research/scholarly/creative productivity and teaching experience in their area(s) of expertise.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, promoting a vibrant academic and work environment.

Actively engaging in teaching and/or research respective of the type of appointment, the successful candidate will establish a strong presence on campus, contributing to the School, Faculty, University, and broader community. The candidate will teach in-person as well as advance student learning in curriculum design and program oversight, all within a collegial environment.

Application Requirements:

• A complete application includes the following:
• A cover letter (including one of the two statements about citizenship/resident status specified below)
• A statement of current and prospective teaching experience and interests
• A statement of current and prospective research interests (as applicable)
• Self-identification as First Nations, Métis or Inuit
• The names and contact information for three academic references.

The application package, inclusive of all documents, should be submitted electronically as a single PDF file to: Office of Provost and Vice-President Academic at academic-careers@laurentian.ca with the following subject line: application for faculty position in Indigenous Interdisciplinary Studies. The deadline for receipt of applications is December 15, 2026, or until the position is filled.

Laurentian University is an inclusive and welcoming community committed to employment equity. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.