Associate Professor - Indigenous Knowledge Systems

The University of Toronto's Centre for Indigenous Studies seeks an Associate Professor or Professor in Indigenous Knowledge Systems. The role requires a PhD in Indigenous Studies or a related field, an established international reputation, and demonstrated excellence in research and teaching with a deep understanding of Indigenous knowledge systems and community engagement. Responsibilities include leading research, teaching, and contributing to the development of a graduate program.

• Candidates will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
• In addition, the successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load.
• The Centre for Indigenous Studies is in the process of developing a graduate program and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to be fully engaged in the development and implementation of the program.

• the submitted research statement
• presentations at significant conferences
• and strong endorsements from referees.
• We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths .
• Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (including the required materials outlined below) and strong letters of reference.
• Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Indigenous Studies or a related area, with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching in Indigenous Knowledge Systems.
• Candidates must have an established international reputation.
• The candidate will have a deep understanding of the Indigenous Knowledge systems and pedagogies of their own people, community, or Nation, including knowledge gained through sustained community relationships and culturally grounded practices of teaching and learning.
• The candidate must also demonstrate the ability to teach Indigenous and non-Indigenous students how Indigenous Knowledge systems and pedagogies shape Indigenous Studies and other academic disciplines.
• Knowledge of one or more Indigenous languages is also an asset.
• other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline
• A demonstrated record of experience and engagement, including relationship-building, long- standing relationships, and work with community leaders and Elders/Knowledge Holders, is required.
• Candidates must also demonstrate long-term experience and ethical engagement with Indigenous organizations and institutions and evidence of understanding the importance of consensus-building relationships.