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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Global Asian Histories
The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at 51社区黑料 invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Global Asian Histories for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. In keeping with university policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.
In 2026-2027, we have a second Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar opening with the Global Asia Program, with the possibility of an affiliation with one of FASS鈥檚 other departments or schools. Please note that we will begin reviewing applications for the Global Asia Program position on June 1, 2025.
Those interested in the initial Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar opening with the School for International Studies should refer to their ad found via: /vpacademic/academic-careers/faculty-positions/arts-social-sciences.html
The Global Asia Program welcomes scholars engaged in the study of Asia and/or its diasporas, including border-crossing research that explores Asian and Asian diasporic people and places in their relations with others. We especially encourage applicants with an interest in teaching pedagogically-innovative Global Asia courses that complement and expand on our current course offerings, aimed at students from a range of disciplinary backgrounds.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in the academic year. (51社区黑料operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms.) While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual activity that will be open to students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported in public outreach activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here.
Applications should be submitted electronically to farley_comp2@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:
- a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;
- a brief description of a proposed interdisciplinary Global Asia undergraduate-level elective course;
- a brief account of the public outreach activity, including topic(s) to be addressed; and
- the names and contact information of two referees.
Applications will be considered until the position is filled, with preference being given to completed applications received by June 1, 2025.
To find out if the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar position in Global Asian Histories is a good match for you, please contact Global Asia Program Director Nadine Attewell at nattewel@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean, Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca.
Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU鈥檚 Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
We acknowledge the X史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), Skwxw煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), S蓹l虛ilw蓹ta蓙涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Samiahmoo and Tsawassen peoples on whose unceded territories 51社区黑料鈥檚 three campuses reside. In so doing, we acknowledge Indigenous stewardship both past and present. Our words of recognition indicate our aspiration to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies
The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at 51社区黑料 invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies for the 2026鈥2027 academic year.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. In 2026鈥2027, the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar will be hosted by SFU鈥檚 , with the possibility of an affiliation with one of FASS鈥檚 other departments or schools.
The School for International Studies welcomes applications from scholars addressing the history of international law and diplomacy with particular attention to aspects of Canadian foreign policy.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in an academic year. 51社区黑料operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual and mentoring activities for students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported to contribute to public engagement activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here.
Applications should be submitted electronically to farley@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:
- a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;
- a brief description of a proposed interdisciplinary International Studies undergraduate level elective course;
- a brief account of the proposed public engagement activity, including the topic(s) to be addressed; and
- the names and contact information of two referees.
Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2025.
To inquire about whether the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies is a good match for you, please contact SIS Director Dr. Elizabeth Cooper at eccooper@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean , Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca
In keeping with University policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.
Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU鈥檚 Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
We acknowledge the X史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), Skwxw煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), S蓹l虛ilw蓹ta蓙涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Samiahmoo and Tsawassen peoples on whose unceded territories 51社区黑料鈥檚 three campuses reside. In so doing, we acknowledge Indigenous stewardship both past and present. Our words of recognition indicate our aspiration to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
Full Professor Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC)鈥擟rime and Inequality | Date Posted: February 3, 2025
As a strategic priority, the School of Criminology at 51社区黑料 (SFU), Canada鈥檚 leading comprehensive university, supports research that centers on pressing societal issues of criminological interest. To further this strategic priority, the School of Criminology seeks applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Crime and Inequality at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, dependent on experience. This position is contingent upon the applicant receiving a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. This opportunity is open to external candidates who do not hold a continuing position at SFU. The anticipated start date is Summer 2026 or later.
At the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community outreach lies 51社区黑料, Canada鈥檚 engaged university. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbia鈥檚 largest municipalities鈥擵ancouver, Burnaby and Surrey鈥攐ur students, faculty and staff are privileged to live, work, and play on the traditional unceded territories of the x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), s蓹l虛ilw虛蓹ta蕯涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), q虛铆c虛蓹y虛 (Katzie), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen Peoples.
Consistently ranked as one of Canada鈥檚 top employers, 51社区黑料is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion, and the pursuit of decolonization, indigenization and reconciliation. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.鈥
51社区黑料is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, the selection for this position will be limited to candidates who self-identify as a Canadian Indigenous person, a gender minority and/or a woman, a person with a disability, and will bring to their research and teaching the perspective that comes from the lived experiences of those underrepresented in higher education, particularly the experiences of an Indigenous person, a gender minority and/or a woman, a person with a disability. Candidates from these groups must self-identify as belonging to one or more of these equity groups using the administered by the 51社区黑料Equity Office to be considered for this position: (). Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.
The Opportunity
The School of Criminology invites applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Crime and Inequality with an anticipated start date of August 1st 2026. The applicant鈥檚 research area should primarily align with the mandate of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)/Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)/Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) as outlined in the .
The stands at the center of a national strategy to foster research excellence in Canada and improve our depth of knowledge and quality of life, strengthen Canada's international competitiveness, and help train the next generation of highly skilled people through student supervision.
This CRC appointment opportunity is intended for outstanding researchers acknowledged by their peers as world leaders in criminology. Applicants must be full professors or associate professors who are expected to be promoted to the full professor level within one or two years of the nomination. As any other faculty, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair holders will report to the School's Director. Alternatively, if they come from outside the academic sector, nominees must possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at these levels. For more information about eligibility and requirements for appointment at each rank, please see SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement Article 28 (/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html).
Introduction to the School of Criminology
The School of Criminology has a well-established undergraduate program with over 900 students. It also offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of M.A. and Ph.D. There are exceptional research opportunities which include access to key research centres and institutes including the International Cyber-Crime Research Centre, the Centre for Forensic Research, the Centre for Restorative Justice, the Institute on Violence, Terrorism and Security, and the FREDA Centre for Feminist Research, Education, Development and Action. The successful candidate will be supported by collegial interdisciplinary faculty who employ a range of approaches to understand complex relationships between crime and inequality. Our School has a strong research and teaching emphasis, with an award-winning interdisciplinary faculty and internationally recognized graduate program. Department faculty regularly consult with the highest level of government and nongovernment agencies on policy-based research at the national, provincial, and local level. Our community engaged research and teaching is exciting, inclusive, and at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary work in criminology.
The School of Criminology is committed to fostering inclusive excellence and embracing diverse approaches and perspectives in both teaching and research. Our faculty members integrate a wide range of viewpoints and materials into the curriculum that reflect various cultures, experiences, and perspectives. They employ diverse teaching methods to address different learning styles and needs, incorporating collaborative projects, discussions, and experiential learning opportunities to engage all students effectively.
Additionally, the School actively conducts and promotes research that tackles issues related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This includes studying the effects of social policies on marginalized groups, such as drug users, individuals living with HIV, and sex workers. Furthermore, the School collaborates with various community organizations to introduce real-world perspectives into the classroom and research environments, thereby enriching the educational experience and positively contributing to community well-being.
The Successful Candidate
We seek a scholar with a PhD or equivalent credential, whose research program focuses on Crime and Inequality. The successful candidate must have research and teaching interests in crime and inequality demonstrated by a PhD in Criminology or a related discipline. Ideal applicants must have a strong and evolving publication record, emphasizing a commitment to high-quality research across a diverse range of outlets, including academic publications, community-based projects, policy outcomes, and participation in advisory boards and governmental bodies. Applicants should have an established publication record in leading scholarly journals appropriate to their rank, alongside a strong research pipeline that demonstrates a focus on high-quality projects targeted for publication in reputable journals. A proven track record of obtaining grants and a demonstrated history of successful research are essential. Additionally, we value candidates who have experience managing inclusive research groups that integrate diverse students and colleagues, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Strong endorsements by referees of high standing will be required. Further support can be provided by publications that make community-based contributions relevant to criminology, a recognized contribution to the literature, as well as accolades and awards. The successful candidate must demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness through their submission of a teaching portfolio/dossier that provides a discussion of their experience with and/or understanding of inclusive teaching, mentoring graduate students, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students (see below for details on teaching dossier). Ideal candidates have experience teaching and developing undergraduate and graduate criminology curricula and should be prepared to assist with the School鈥檚 development of innovative and inclusive course delivery options.
We additionally invite those whose scholarship is grounded in Indigenous knowledge, methodologies and/or epistemologies and whose scholarship might be distinct from Western academic traditions and/or follow ethical principles of community direction and governance.
The focus on Crime and Inequality situates the Chair at the center of the most important debates and trends in the field. The criminal justice system mirrors the rest of society in sometimes producing, and often exacerbating, inequalities. Research in crime and inequality captures some of the most pressing societal issues in Canada 鈥 from the over-representation of certain ethnic groups or racialized minorities in crime statistics to the differential risks of victimization to which certain groups are subjected. The successful applicant will demonstrate how their research agenda is centered around issues of crime and inequality, broadly defined.
The successful applicant will be expected to engage in innovative research, work with individuals and communities with lived/ing-experience, build relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., in government), and assume a leadership role that bridges research strengths, knowledge mobilization, and policy or practice impact. Other expectations include undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervision, mentorship of junior faculty members, and service to the Faculty and University.
We seek a colleague whose professional track record illustrates 51社区黑料鈥檚 values, including values of equity, diversity and inclusion, and commitment to respectful interactions with students, faculty and staff.
How To Apply
To apply, applicants should provide:
- A cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, including how you would contribute positively to SFU鈥檚 commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to which rank you are applying
- An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae (include details of research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships)
- Two examples of refereed published scholarly work
- A two-page research plan for the next five years including an explanation of how the research aligns with SFU鈥檚 2023-2028 Strategic Research Plan
- A 6-page teaching portfolio/dossier that includes the following: A two-page statement of teaching philosophy; A two-page statement providing evidence of teaching experiences, teaching strengths, and understanding of inclusive teaching and diverse student needs; A one-page outline identifying undergraduate and/or graduate courses of teaching interest with reference to existing criminology course offerings in the School; A one-page outline of any contributions you expect to make to academic life in the form of service
- The names and email addresses of 4-6 referees, one of whom should be able to discuss teaching capabilities, and
- Complete the administered by the Equity Office. Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.
51社区黑料recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have had an impact on their career. 51社区黑料also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and nontraditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.
All applications should be submitted to:
Dr. Martin Bouchard, Director and Chair
School of Criminology
51社区黑料
8888 University Drive
Burnaby, BC, Canada, V5A 1S6
Email: crimsec@sfu.ca
Applications received by March 15th 2025 will be given full consideration. Applications received after this date may be considered until the position is filled. We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible; if you require accommodations, please contact edi@sfu.ca. Any general inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to Dr. Martin Bouchard, Director and Chair, crimdir@sfu.ca.
CRC nominations are a two-staged process where the individual first applies to the job posting at the university and then submits a research grant application to the CRC program for peer review. 51社区黑料will nominate the successful candidate for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. This Faculty position is then contingent upon the applicant being awarded a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair through peer review. Alignment with the CRC nomination criteria will be part of the overall selection process. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary ranges are as follows:
- Associate Professor: $130,142 to $155,584
- Professor: $149,225 to $181,027
- Tier 1 CRC holders have reduced teaching loads that allow them to dedicate more fully to their research agenda.
The position is subject to the availability of funding and to final approval by the University Board of Governors and the Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat (TIPS). The Canada Research Chair is tenable for seven years and may be renewed once, subject to the Chairholder demonstrating that they have achieved their objectives from their first term. Interested applicants are invited to review the initial appointment and chair renewal details of the CRC Program[].
51社区黑料offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. 51社区黑料is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you have questions about 51社区黑料benefits, services, or accommodations policies, please contact a Faculty Relations Advisor. For equity considerations, please contact the Director Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the 51社区黑料Equity Office for Faculty.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
2025-26 Jack and Doris Shadbolt Fellowship in the Humanities
51社区黑料鈥檚 Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is now welcoming applications to the Jack and Doris Shadbolt Fellowship Program in the Humanities for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Supported by the Jack and Doris Shadbolt Endowment for the Humanities, the program promotes the humanities and arts鈥攂roadly conceived鈥攁s important sites of creative practice and critical engagement with the major concerns of our times. The program is dedicated to supporting the work of decolonization and Indigenization, and to that end, it especially welcomes Indigenous applicants.
Qualifications
Resident Jack and Doris Shadbolt Fellows in the Humanities will be emerging or established engaged academic scholars, artists, knowledge keepers, practitioners or writers in the humanities and arts.
Duties
Our Fellows will help us imagine how we can make the world we live in better through acts of world-making in the creative arts and/or publicly engaged scholarship in the humanities. Specfic duties and projects assigned will depend on the Fellow鈥檚 background and qualifications.
The program will support up to five Shadbolt Fellows, with each appointment lasting for one, two, or three semesters (4, 8, or 12 months) in length. The stipend associated with the fellowship is CAD 25,000 per semester (up to CAD 75,000 for a year).
Applicants should consult for more detailed information, application form and application instructions. The application deadline is October 15 (Tuesday).
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and applicable University Policies. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
Cognitive Science Program
Criminology
Full Professor Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC)鈥擟rime and Inequality | Date Posted: February 3, 2025
As a strategic priority, the School of Criminology at 51社区黑料 (SFU), Canada鈥檚 leading comprehensive university, supports research that centers on pressing societal issues of criminological interest. To further this strategic priority, the School of Criminology seeks applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Crime and Inequality at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, dependent on experience. This position is contingent upon the applicant receiving a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. This opportunity is open to external candidates who do not hold a continuing position at SFU. The anticipated start date is Summer 2026 or later.
At the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community outreach lies 51社区黑料, Canada鈥檚 engaged university. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbia鈥檚 largest municipalities鈥擵ancouver, Burnaby and Surrey鈥攐ur students, faculty and staff are privileged to live, work, and play on the traditional unceded territories of the x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), s蓹l虛ilw虛蓹ta蕯涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), q虛铆c虛蓹y虛 (Katzie), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen Peoples.
Consistently ranked as one of Canada鈥檚 top employers, 51社区黑料is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion, and the pursuit of decolonization, indigenization and reconciliation. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.鈥
51社区黑料is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, the selection for this position will be limited to candidates who self-identify as a Canadian Indigenous person, a gender minority and/or a woman, a person with a disability, and will bring to their research and teaching the perspective that comes from the lived experiences of those underrepresented in higher education, particularly the experiences of an Indigenous person, a gender minority and/or a woman, a person with a disability. Candidates from these groups must self-identify as belonging to one or more of these equity groups using the administered by the 51社区黑料Equity Office to be considered for this position: (). Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.
The Opportunity
The School of Criminology invites applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Crime and Inequality with an anticipated start date of August 1st 2026. The applicant鈥檚 research area should primarily align with the mandate of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)/Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)/Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) as outlined in the .
The stands at the center of a national strategy to foster research excellence in Canada and improve our depth of knowledge and quality of life, strengthen Canada's international competitiveness, and help train the next generation of highly skilled people through student supervision.
This CRC appointment opportunity is intended for outstanding researchers acknowledged by their peers as world leaders in criminology. Applicants must be full professors or associate professors who are expected to be promoted to the full professor level within one or two years of the nomination. As any other faculty, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair holders will report to the School's Director. Alternatively, if they come from outside the academic sector, nominees must possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at these levels. For more information about eligibility and requirements for appointment at each rank, please see SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement Article 28 (/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html).
Introduction to the School of Criminology
The School of Criminology has a well-established undergraduate program with over 900 students. It also offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of M.A. and Ph.D. There are exceptional research opportunities which include access to key research centres and institutes including the International Cyber-Crime Research Centre, the Centre for Forensic Research, the Centre for Restorative Justice, the Institute on Violence, Terrorism and Security, and the FREDA Centre for Feminist Research, Education, Development and Action. The successful candidate will be supported by collegial interdisciplinary faculty who employ a range of approaches to understand complex relationships between crime and inequality. Our School has a strong research and teaching emphasis, with an award-winning interdisciplinary faculty and internationally recognized graduate program. Department faculty regularly consult with the highest level of government and nongovernment agencies on policy-based research at the national, provincial, and local level. Our community engaged research and teaching is exciting, inclusive, and at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary work in criminology.
The School of Criminology is committed to fostering inclusive excellence and embracing diverse approaches and perspectives in both teaching and research. Our faculty members integrate a wide range of viewpoints and materials into the curriculum that reflect various cultures, experiences, and perspectives. They employ diverse teaching methods to address different learning styles and needs, incorporating collaborative projects, discussions, and experiential learning opportunities to engage all students effectively.
Additionally, the School actively conducts and promotes research that tackles issues related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This includes studying the effects of social policies on marginalized groups, such as drug users, individuals living with HIV, and sex workers. Furthermore, the School collaborates with various community organizations to introduce real-world perspectives into the classroom and research environments, thereby enriching the educational experience and positively contributing to community well-being.
The Successful Candidate
We seek a scholar with a PhD or equivalent credential, whose research program focuses on Crime and Inequality. The successful candidate must have research and teaching interests in crime and inequality demonstrated by a PhD in Criminology or a related discipline. Ideal applicants must have a strong and evolving publication record, emphasizing a commitment to high-quality research across a diverse range of outlets, including academic publications, community-based projects, policy outcomes, and participation in advisory boards and governmental bodies. Applicants should have an established publication record in leading scholarly journals appropriate to their rank, alongside a strong research pipeline that demonstrates a focus on high-quality projects targeted for publication in reputable journals. A proven track record of obtaining grants and a demonstrated history of successful research are essential. Additionally, we value candidates who have experience managing inclusive research groups that integrate diverse students and colleagues, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Strong endorsements by referees of high standing will be required. Further support can be provided by publications that make community-based contributions relevant to criminology, a recognized contribution to the literature, as well as accolades and awards. The successful candidate must demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness through their submission of a teaching portfolio/dossier that provides a discussion of their experience with and/or understanding of inclusive teaching, mentoring graduate students, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students (see below for details on teaching dossier). Ideal candidates have experience teaching and developing undergraduate and graduate criminology curricula and should be prepared to assist with the School鈥檚 development of innovative and inclusive course delivery options.
We additionally invite those whose scholarship is grounded in Indigenous knowledge, methodologies and/or epistemologies and whose scholarship might be distinct from Western academic traditions and/or follow ethical principles of community direction and governance.
The focus on Crime and Inequality situates the Chair at the center of the most important debates and trends in the field. The criminal justice system mirrors the rest of society in sometimes producing, and often exacerbating, inequalities. Research in crime and inequality captures some of the most pressing societal issues in Canada 鈥 from the over-representation of certain ethnic groups or racialized minorities in crime statistics to the differential risks of victimization to which certain groups are subjected. The successful applicant will demonstrate how their research agenda is centered around issues of crime and inequality, broadly defined.
The successful applicant will be expected to engage in innovative research, work with individuals and communities with lived/ing-experience, build relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., in government), and assume a leadership role that bridges research strengths, knowledge mobilization, and policy or practice impact. Other expectations include undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervision, mentorship of junior faculty members, and service to the Faculty and University.
We seek a colleague whose professional track record illustrates 51社区黑料鈥檚 values, including values of equity, diversity and inclusion, and commitment to respectful interactions with students, faculty and staff.
How To Apply
To apply, applicants should provide:
- A cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, including how you would contribute positively to SFU鈥檚 commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to which rank you are applying
- An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae (include details of research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships)
- Two examples of refereed published scholarly work
- A two-page research plan for the next five years including an explanation of how the research aligns with SFU鈥檚 2023-2028 Strategic Research Plan
- A 6-page teaching portfolio/dossier that includes the following: A two-page statement of teaching philosophy; A two-page statement providing evidence of teaching experiences, teaching strengths, and understanding of inclusive teaching and diverse student needs; A one-page outline identifying undergraduate and/or graduate courses of teaching interest with reference to existing criminology course offerings in the School; A one-page outline of any contributions you expect to make to academic life in the form of service
- The names and email addresses of 4-6 referees, one of whom should be able to discuss teaching capabilities, and
- Complete the administered by the Equity Office. Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.
51社区黑料recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have had an impact on their career. 51社区黑料also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and nontraditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.
All applications should be submitted to:
Dr. Martin Bouchard, Director and Chair
School of Criminology
51社区黑料
8888 University Drive
Burnaby, BC, Canada, V5A 1S6
Email: crimsec@sfu.ca
Applications received by March 15th 2025 will be given full consideration. Applications received after this date may be considered until the position is filled. We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible; if you require accommodations, please contact edi@sfu.ca. Any general inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to Dr. Martin Bouchard, Director and Chair, crimdir@sfu.ca.
CRC nominations are a two-staged process where the individual first applies to the job posting at the university and then submits a research grant application to the CRC program for peer review. 51社区黑料will nominate the successful candidate for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. This Faculty position is then contingent upon the applicant being awarded a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair through peer review. Alignment with the CRC nomination criteria will be part of the overall selection process. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary ranges are as follows:
- Associate Professor: $130,142 to $155,584
- Professor: $149,225 to $181,027
- Tier 1 CRC holders have reduced teaching loads that allow them to dedicate more fully to their research agenda.
The position is subject to the availability of funding and to final approval by the University Board of Governors and the Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat (TIPS). The Canada Research Chair is tenable for seven years and may be renewed once, subject to the Chairholder demonstrating that they have achieved their objectives from their first term. Interested applicants are invited to review the initial appointment and chair renewal details of the CRC Program[].
51社区黑料offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. 51社区黑料is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you have questions about 51社区黑料benefits, services, or accommodations policies, please contact a Faculty Relations Advisor. For equity considerations, please contact the Director Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the 51社区黑料Equity Office for Faculty.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
Economics
Assistant Professor
The Department of Economics at 51社区黑料 is inviting applications for one full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The expected start date is on or after July 1, 2026. Preference will be given to candidates employing empirical approaches to environmental economics, health economics, industrial organization, international economics and public economics. However, strong candidates in all fields will be given serious consideration.
Qualifications
Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Economics or a closely related field by the employment start date; however, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.
The candidate must demonstrate:
a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program;
potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
potential for supervision of graduate students.
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University鈥檚 research excellence through a rigorous research program. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in both the undergraduate and graduate program in areas specified above. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University and the academic community through service.
Applications must include a cover letter, CV, three confidential reference letters, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and samples of research papers. Please indicate whether you are legally eligible to work in Canada.
The Department will start reviewing applicants granted PhDs before 2025 on October 1, 2025 and will start reviewing applicants granted or to be granted PhDs in 2025 or 2026 on December 1, 2025. All applications are through鈥. Email inquiries should be directed to ecchrsec@sfu.ca. The position is subject to the availability of funding.
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Assistant Professor rank is $149,700 to $178,322, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Instructor rank is $143,340 - $149,700.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 51社区黑料is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University.
We acknowledge the Squamish (S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw), Musqueam (x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m), Tsleil-Waututh (s蓹lilw蓹ta涩), Katzie (q虛 铆c虛蓹y虛), Kwikwetlem (k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories 51社区黑料's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full鈥Collection Notice.
Assistant/Associate Professor
The Department of Economics at 51社区黑料 is inviting applications for one full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor pending funding. The expected start date is on or after July 1, 2025. Preference will be given to candidates employing empirical approaches to environmental economics, health economics, industrial organization, economic history, international economics and public economics. However, strong candidates in all fields will be given serious consideration.
Qualifications for Assistant Professor
Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Economics or a closely related field by the employment start date; however, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.
The candidate must demonstrate:
a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program;
potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
potential for supervision of graduate students.
Qualifications for Associate Professor
Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Economics or a closely related field.
The candidate must demonstrate:
a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program;
Sustained success in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
potential for supervision of graduate students;
Demonstrated contribution to the academic community and potential contribution to the Department, Faculty and University鈥檚 academic community.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 We serve students of diverse ethnic, cultural, linguistic and international origins. Therefore, interest and/or experience in working in multicultural and international settings with students who have diverse backgrounds is a desired attribute of all applicants.
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University鈥檚 research excellence through a rigorous research program. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in both the undergraduate and graduate program in areas specified above. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University and the academic community through service.
Applications must include a cover letter, CV, three confidential reference letters, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and samples of research papers. Please indicate which rank you are applying for in the application and whether you are legally eligible to work in Canada.
The Department will start reviewing applications for senior Assistant and Associate Professor on October 1, 2024 and will start reviewing 2024 and 2025 PhD applicants for Assistant Professor on November 25, 2024. All applications are through鈥. Email inquiries should be directed to ecchrsec@sfu.ca. The positions are subject to the availability of funding.
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Assistant Professor rank is $149,700 to $178,322, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Associate Professor rank is $175,142 to $200,584, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. Candidates with experience commensurate with higher ranks may also be considered for appointment at the associate professor rank. PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD. A reasonable estimate for salary range if the successful candidate will be starting as an Instructor is $143,340 - $149,700
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 51社区黑料is an equity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the SFU.
We acknowledge the Squamish (S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw), Musqueam (x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m), TsleilWaututh, Katzie, and Kwikwetlem peoples, on whose traditional territories 51社区黑料's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full鈥Collection Notice.
English
French
Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies
Ruth Wynn Woodward Junior Chair in Gender, Sexuality, and Women鈥檚 Studies
The Department of Gender, Sexuality, and Women鈥檚 Studies (GSWS) at 51社区黑料 (Burnaby Campus) is seeking outstanding candidates for the Ruth Wynn Woodward Junior Chair in Gender, Sexuality, and Women鈥檚 Studies, a two-year full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a start date of September 1, 2025.
The RWW Endowment funds a Junior Chair who is expected to perform significant outreach-based activities that bridge academic and non-academic communities. This position will be appointed for a non-renewable 24-month period.
Qualifications:
The successful applicant will be an exceptional emerging scholar with:
- no more than 4 years of experience after the PhD. Applicants should have a completed PhD by June 30, 2025
- interdisciplinary expertise and publication record in areas relevant to gender, sexuality, and women鈥檚 studies
- grounding in approaches that complement the department鈥檚 existing strengths
- evidence of excellent teaching experience or potential
- evidence of capacity to teach courses from the GSWS undergraduate curriculum
- experience of or potential to demonstrate leadership in public outreach and event organization
Responsibilities include:
- teaching a total of four undergraduate seminar courses each academic year, one of which will include a graduate education component. Two of the courses will be delivered in each of the 2026 and 2027 summer semesters (equivalent of a 2/2 teaching load).
- teaching at least two of the following courses from the GSWS curriculum: GSWS 204, GSWS 205, GSWS 210, GSWS 315, GSWS 322, GSWS 330, GSWS 350
- designing and delivering one major public event or a series of smaller community outreach events
- in person and/or virtual participation in the RWW Travelling Speakers program which sends GSWS teachers to address colleges and community groups across BC and/or the Yukon
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales defined by the collective agreement between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $116,636 per annum (plus benefits) based on qualifications. The Junior Chair will also receive additional funds to support professional development, event outreach, and course development.
The application should include a 2-page cover letter that includes:
- a description of the application鈥檚 interest in and qualifications for the position
- a 750-word research statement
- a description of a proposed public event or a series of community outreach events envisioned
Additionally, please provide:
- a current C.V. which indicates date of conferral of doctoral degree
- a one-page description for an undergraduate course in the applicant鈥檚 area of expertise
- a one-page description of your approach to one of the following courses from the GSWS curriculum: GSWS 204, GSWS 205, GSWS 210, GSWS 315, GSWS 322, GSWS 330, GSWS 350
Please consult /gsws/undergraduate/courses/descriptions.html
for a description of courses in the GSWS curriculum. Completed applications must be emailed to the Department of Gender, Sexuality, and Women鈥檚 Studies at rwwpost@sfu.ca. Preference will be given to complete applications received by April 7, 2025 however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled. Candidates selected for Zoom interview will be asked to arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent to the Department.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
51社区黑料is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, specifically Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
We acknowledge the Squamish (S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw), Musqueam (x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m), Tsleil-Waututh (s蓹l虛ilw虛蓹ta蕯涩), Katzie and Kwikwetlem (k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m) peoples, on whose traditional territories 51社区黑料鈥檚 three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Critical Data Studies and Computational Social Science
The Department of Gender, Sexuality, and Women鈥檚 Studies (GSWS) at 51社区黑料 invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Critical Data Studies and Computational Social Science at the rank of Assistant Professor commencing July 15, 2025.
Qualifications
PhD in hand at the time of appointment
research and methodological expertise in (but not limited to) one or more of the following areas: natural language processing, machine learning, network analysis, big-data analytics and visualization, platform studies, algorithm studies, human-computer interaction (HCI)
an interdisciplinary research agenda concerned with data justice that seeks to understand how data and computation are implicated in intersectional forms of power and inequality (including racism, colonialism, capitalism, etc.), especially as these shape gender and/or sexuality
grounding in approaches that complement the department鈥檚 existing strengths in the study of race, colonialism, Indigeneity, and migration, such as (but not limited to) Black feminist studies, Indigenous studies, ethnic studies, global south, and/or queer of colour theory
outstanding potential for research excellence
evidence of inclusive pedagogy and strong teaching skills in interdisciplinary settings
demonstrated capacity for introducing quantitative and computational methods to social science and humanities students along with a critical and creative engagement with data production and circulation
demonstrated capacity or strong potential for introducing quantitative and computational methods in public pedagogy and/or in community settings
the ability to work鈥痚ffectively with colleagues across disciplinary fields in the social sciences and the humanities
Duties
enhance and expand the research strengths of the department
develop the quantitative component of the department鈥檚 core undergraduate curriculum
teach interdisciplinary undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate鈥檚 research areas
participate in service to the department as directed by the department chair
participate in service to the Faculty, the university, and the broader community
Applications should include:
a cover letter summarizing the applicant鈥檚 experience, qualifications, and interests for the position
a complete CV
the name, title, institutional affiliation, and contact information of three academic referees
a 1-page research statement outlining the applicant鈥檚 research program
one writing sample
a 1-page teaching statement on the applicant鈥檚 teaching philosophy
outline of a relevant undergraduate course including a course description, 5-7 core texts, types of assignments, and proposed methods of evaluation
Applications should be addressed to Dr. Helen Leung, Department Chair, and submitted electronically to gswspost@sfu.ca.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled, with priority given to completed applications received prior to November 25, 2024.
Please consult the Department鈥檚 website at for information about the department and samples of courses currently taught in GSWS.
We acknowledge the Squamish (S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw), Musqueam (x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m), Tsleil-Waututh (s蓹lilw蓹ta涩), Katzie, and Kwikwetlem peoples, on whose traditional territories 51社区黑料鈥檚 three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
51社区黑料is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, specifically Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate for the salary scale range for this role is $104,700 - $133,322.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is a junior-faculty position. Only those eligible for appointment or promotion to the rank will be considered. This position is subject to the availability of funding.
Please consult the current Collective Agreement between 51社区黑料and 51社区黑料Faculty Association /content/dam/sfu/faculty-relations/collective-agreement/SFUFA%20CA%202022-25.pdf and the 51社区黑料Faculty Relations website at for detailed information about the terms and conditions of employment at SFU.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full鈥Collection Notice.
Gerontology
Assistant Professor
The Department of Gerontology at 51社区黑料 is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Healthy Aging in the Community. The position is expected to commence July 15, 2026 and is subject to the availability of funding.
Details about the Department of Gerontology and its current faculty, research, teaching, and degree programs are available at . The Department has strong graduate (MA and PhD), post-baccalaureate diploma, and minor programs.
Position Qualifications
We seek to recruit an emergent scholar with expertise in one or more social science disciplines, and who has experience and expertise researching one or more of the following areas: health equity for older adults, social care and older adults, dementia care and prevention, knowledge mobilization and implementation science. Applicants should have demonstrated or show the potential to build a strong publication record in one or more of the areas identified above as evidenced by publications in leading academic journals and/or with leading academic presses and through strong endorsements from letters of reference. The candidate should demonstrate evidence of a commitment to high-quality research and teaching experience, and community engagement and outreach. Their experience of working with a diverse student body and their contributions or potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity, inclusion, and collegiality will be welcomed.
The candidate must hold a PhD in a social science discipline or a closely related field.
Position Duties
Candidates will be required to build on the strengths and bolster the capacity of the unit. The new faculty member will address a strategic and priority need for building capacity in community-engaged research and teaching capacity in socially relevant care and support for older adults. Building research capacity in the areas identified above will strongly advance our visibility in aging and health at both provincial and national levels, along with furthering our existing research excellence of the Department of Gerontology and the Gerontology Research Centre. The faculty member will be expected to develop a strong, externally funded research program, effectively teach undergraduate and graduate courses in gerontology, successfully supervise graduate students, and participate in program and departmental governance. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Faculty, University, and the academic community through service.
Applications will be considered until the position is filled, with preference being given to applications received prior to September 15, 2025. Applications will be treated in confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Search Committee鈥檚 secretary at geradmin@sfu.ca.
Applicants will submit electronically (as one consolidated PDF):
- A cover letter
- A full curriculum vitae
- A teaching dossier (e.g., a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, outlines of courses developed or taught, examples of new courses that could be developed)
- A research statement, three writing samples and a one-page outline of a potential five-year research program
- The names and contact details of three referees
All material should be sent to (and cc鈥檇 to our department manager, geradmin@sfu.ca):
Dr. Andrew Wister (wister@sfu.ca)
Search Committee Chair
Professor, Department of Gerontology 51社区黑料
2880 鈥 515 W. Hastings
Vancouver, BC V6B 5K3
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales defined by the collective agreement between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 to $133,322. The current salary range is based on the 2022-25 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement.
NOTE:
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
We acknowledge the Squamish (S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw), Musqueam (x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m), Tsleil-Waututh (s蓹lilw蓹ta涩), Katzie (q虛 铆c虛蓹y虛), Kwikwetlem (k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories 51社区黑料's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
鈥51社区黑料is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full鈥Collection Notice.
History
Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Global Asian Histories
The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at 51社区黑料 invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Global Asian Histories for the 2026-2027 academic year.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. In keeping with university policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.
In 2026-2027, we have a second Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar opening with the Global Asia Program, with the possibility of an affiliation with one of FASS鈥檚 other departments or schools. Please note that we will begin reviewing applications for the Global Asia Program position on June 1, 2025.
Those interested in the initial Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar opening with the School for International Studies should refer to their ad found via: /vpacademic/academic-careers/faculty-positions/arts-social-sciences.html
The Global Asia Program welcomes scholars engaged in the study of Asia and/or its diasporas, including border-crossing research that explores Asian and Asian diasporic people and places in their relations with others. We especially encourage applicants with an interest in teaching pedagogically-innovative Global Asia courses that complement and expand on our current course offerings, aimed at students from a range of disciplinary backgrounds.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in the academic year. (51社区黑料operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms.) While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual activity that will be open to students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported in public outreach activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here.
Applications should be submitted electronically to farley_comp2@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:
- a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;
- a brief description of a proposed interdisciplinary Global Asia undergraduate-level elective course;
- a brief account of the public outreach activity, including topic(s) to be addressed; and
- the names and contact information of two referees.
Applications will be considered until the position is filled, with preference being given to completed applications received by June 1, 2025.
To find out if the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar position in Global Asian Histories is a good match for you, please contact Global Asia Program Director Nadine Attewell at nattewel@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean, Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca.
Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU鈥檚 Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
We acknowledge the X史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), Skwxw煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), S蓹l虛ilw蓹ta蓙涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Samiahmoo and Tsawassen peoples on whose unceded territories 51社区黑料鈥檚 three campuses reside. In so doing, we acknowledge Indigenous stewardship both past and present. Our words of recognition indicate our aspiration to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
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School for International Studies
Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies
The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at 51社区黑料 invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies for the 2026鈥2027 academic year.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. In 2026鈥2027, the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar will be hosted by SFU鈥檚 , with the possibility of an affiliation with one of FASS鈥檚 other departments or schools.
The School for International Studies welcomes applications from scholars addressing the history of international law and diplomacy with particular attention to aspects of Canadian foreign policy.
The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in an academic year. 51社区黑料operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual and mentoring activities for students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported to contribute to public engagement activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here.
Applications should be submitted electronically to farley@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:
- a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;
- a brief description of a proposed interdisciplinary International Studies undergraduate level elective course;
- a brief account of the proposed public engagement activity, including the topic(s) to be addressed; and
- the names and contact information of two referees.
Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2025.
To inquire about whether the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies is a good match for you, please contact SIS Director Dr. Elizabeth Cooper at eccooper@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean , Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca
In keeping with University policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.
Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU鈥檚 Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/51社区黑料Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.
We acknowledge the X史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), Skwxw煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), S蓹l虛ilw蓹ta蓙涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Samiahmoo and Tsawassen peoples on whose unceded territories 51社区黑料鈥檚 three campuses reside. In so doing, we acknowledge Indigenous stewardship both past and present. Our words of recognition indicate our aspiration to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
Sociology and Anthropology
Full-time Tenure-track Assistant Professor
51社区黑料, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Department of Sociology and Anthropology鈥攊nvites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Anthropology at the rank of Assistant Professor, to commence July 15, 2026.
We acknowledge the Squamish (S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw), Musqueam (x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m), Tsleil-Waututh (s蓹lilw蓹ta涩), Katzie (q虛 铆c虛蓹y虛), Kwikwetlem (k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories 51社区黑料's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
51社区黑料is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
Qualifications
The department is seeking an emergent scholar with expertise in the anthropology of race, migration, or health with a focus on South Asia/South Asian diaspora. We will give preference to candidates with a PhD in Anthropology. Applicants should indicate how their active research programs enhance the areas of specialization in our unit (see: ). The successful candidate will have experience teaching a diverse student body, experience teaching in multi-modal formats, and use innovative approaches to student assessment. Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position.
Applicants must have earned their PhD by the appointment start date or shortly thereafter. PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University鈥檚 research excellence through a rigorous research program. The successful applicant will teach a range of anthropology courses (in person and online), including in the core curriculum (introduction to anthropology, anthropology and contemporary life, ethnography and research methods), as well as supervise graduate students. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University, and the academic community through service.
Applicants will submit electronically:
- a cover letter.
- a full curriculum vitae.
- a statement of teaching philosophy that includes the applicant鈥檚 perspective on teaching a diverse student body; approach to teaching in multi-modal formats (faculty must prepare courses in various formats, including online courses); approach to student assessment; teaching evaluations; one full syllabus from a past course; examples of new courses they could develop for our joint department; and approach to graduate supervision.
- a research statement, including writing sample (no more than 2), one of which should be solely authored.
- the names and contact details of three referees.
Please submit this application package as one consolidated PDF.
All material should be sent to:
Dr. Wendy Chan, Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology
c/o Assistant to the Chair, email: sachrsec@sfu.ca
Review of complete applications will begin on August 29, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales defined by the collective agreement between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. The current salary range is based on the 2022-25 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 to $133,322. In addition, a reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Instructor rank is $98,340 to $104,700. The position is subject to availability of funding.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see: /vpacademic/academic-careers/current-openings.html
Urban Studies Program
World Languages and Literature
The Department of Psychology at 51社区黑料 (SFU) is excited to announce the search for a new full-time tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor to join its highly successful Law and Forensic Psychology Area. We are now accepting applications for a position to begin as early as July 15, 2024.
Position Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who can strengthen the capacity of the Law and Forensic area with respect to research; the teaching, training, and supervision of graduate and undergraduate students; and service at the university and in the broader academic community. To that end, the successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in Psychology at the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. However, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.
- Demonstrated interest and expertise in research related to law and forensic psychology. Ideally, the candidate鈥檚 research interests will include clinical-forensic topics, but the innovation and excellence of their research will be of greater importance than the specific focus.
- Ability to contribute to the Department鈥檚 Clinical Psychology Program through some combination of graduate teaching, training, and supervision.
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University鈥檚 research excellence through a rigorous research program. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in both undergraduate and graduate programs and to supervise graduate students. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University, and the academic community through service. Preference will be given to candidates who also have skills or experiences that can help enhance the Department鈥檚 openness and responsiveness to diversity.
The Law and Forensic Psychology Area
Graduate training with a specific concentration in Law and Forensic Psychology was formally established at 51社区黑料in 1992 and quickly became one of the world鈥檚 leading sites for research and training in the field. Its overarching goal is to train students to apply psychological theories and methods to matters of law and policy for the betterment of people involved in or affected by the legal system and society more broadly.
Faculty members in the Law and Forensic Psychology Program, past and present, are recognized internationally for their contributions to research, practice, and service. At SFU, they have served in major administrative roles, including as Chair and Associate Chair and Director of Clinical Training in the Department. Outside the University, they have held influential positions as journal editors (including Law and Human Behavior) or as chief executives of major academic and professional associations, including as President of the American Psychology-Law Society 鈥 four times! The Law and Forensic Psychology Program currently has five core faculty and seeks to hire a sixth. Collectively, the core faculty members have a wide range of interests. Three faculty members have law degrees in addition to doctoral degrees in psychology.
An average of 25 graduate students each year are members of the Law and Forensic Psychology Area, enrolled in the MA or PhD programs. 51社区黑料 2/3 of those students were admitted to the Department鈥檚 Clinical Psychology Program and about 1/3 were admitted to the Psychology Graduate Program, which provides training in applied, basic, and theoretical research in psychology.
Read more about the Law and Forensic Psychology area at /psychology/about/areas-of-study/law---forensic-psychology/ and more about the Department of Psychology at .
SFU
51社区黑料is located on three campuses across Metro Vancouver, nestled between the peaks of the Coast Mountains and the waters of the Fraser River and Pacific Ocean. With a population approaching 3 million, Metro Vancouver is a vibrant and multicultural region that is also beautiful, clean, and safe. It is consistently voted one of the world鈥檚 best cities in which to live and work. Established in 1965, 51社区黑料grew quickly and now is home to more than 30,000 undergraduate students and more than 5,000 graduate students annually. It has been ranked #1 among all comprehensive universities in Canada in 15 of the last 16 years.
51社区黑料 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 51社区黑料to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥 51社区黑料is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 51社区黑料will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
鈥淓quity and belonging鈥 is a core value of 51社区黑料and a key component of its strategic vision. A priority for the University is to recognize and honour the rights of Indigenous people, and in particular to respect and partner with the Indigenous Nations that host the University鈥檚 campuses. Within the Department, its Indigenous Reconciliation Committee works to eliminate the marginalization and under-representation that Indigenous Peoples experience in academic settings.
Read more about 51社区黑料at .
How to Apply
Application materials should be submitted electronically, via email to psycclin@sfu.ca. Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statement/dossier, and a statement illustrating your commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Also, please request three confidential letters of reference to be submitted separately by referees.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled, with priority given to completed applications received prior to April 31, 2024.
This is a junior faculty position. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. 51社区黑料is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
This position is subject to the availability of funding.
Inquiries should be directed to:
Dr. Stephen Hart | Dr. Tim Racine |
Chair, Search Committee | Chair, Department of Psychology |
51社区黑料 | 51社区黑料 |
stephen_hart@sfu.ca | psych_chair@sfu.ca |
Faculty salaries at 51社区黑料are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 51社区黑料Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $89,652 to $114,866. Candidates for the Assistant Professor position must have a PhD; however, PhD candidates with a solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD. A reasonable estimate for the salary range if the successful candidate will be starting as an Instructor is $84,049 to $89,652.
Under the authority of the University Act, personal information that is required by the University as part of academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details, see www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/Faculty_Openings/Collection_Notice.html.
We acknowledge the xwm蓹胃kw蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), Sk瘫wxw瘫 u虂7mesh U虂xwumixw (Squamish), s蓹l虛ilw虛蓹ta蕯涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), q虛i虂c蓹虛 y虛 (Katzie), kwikw蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples on whose traditional, unceded territories our three campuses stand.