Director, School of Policy Studies and Stauffer-Dunning Chair

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Irspm Full time

Director, School of Policy Studies and Stauffer‑Dunning Chair

The Faculty of Arts and Science at Queen’s University invites applications for a tenured faculty position (Associate or Full Professor) as Director of the School of Policy Studies and holder of the Stauffer‑Dunning Chair. The role focuses on teaching and research within public policy, including climate, culture, defense, economics, energy, health, and other policy areas. The preferred starting date is July 1, 2026 and the Chair and Directorship are for a five‑year renewable term.

Responsibilities

- Energize the School of Policy Studies and lead its strategic direction.
- Oversee a renewed Master of Public Administration program.
- Provide policy research and teaching leadership across the School.
- Engage in fundraising, advancement, and service to the School, Faculty, University, and broader community.

Qualifications

- PhD in a relevant field.
- Demonstrated academic and teaching excellence, including high‑quality scholarly output (peer‑reviewed publications, external research funding, impact on policy).
- Evidence of outstanding teaching contributions and commitment to pedagogical excellence.
- Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary, student‑centered environment.
- Leadership and administrative experience (to be described in the cover letter).

Application Process

Queen’s University is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Black, racialised/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, people with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

- Cover letter (state legal work status in Canada).
- Current Curriculum Vitae (including list of publications).
- Statement of research interests.
- Statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and evaluations if available).
- Writing sample from recent research.
- Statement of experience with and commitment to facilitation and promotion of Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, anti‑racism, and accessibility.
- Three letters of reference (sent directly to Barbra Lalonde).

Deadline for applications: December 1, 2025.

Contact: Barbra Lalonde, Department Manager, School of Policy Studies, Macintosh Corry Hall, E208, 68 University Avenue, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Email: StaufferDunningChair@queensu.ca

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