Assistant/Associate Professor in Indigenous Prosperity

3 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Dalhousie University Full time
Position Overview

Department/Unit: Faculty of Management - General

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

About the Opportunity

The Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University is seeking applications for a prestigious SSHRC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) focused on Indigenous Prosperity and Economic Reconciliation. This role is a tenure-stream appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, aligned with the successful candidate's disciplinary expertise.

The Chair will engage in collaborative research addressing the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities, integrating Indigenous-led knowledge and values. Candidates should possess a strong background in social sciences, particularly in areas that pertain to the prosperity of Indigenous populations. This encompasses a broad understanding of economic rights, social cohesion, and overall well-being.

Research Focus

The Chair may explore various dimensions of economic reconciliation, including:

  • Micro-level Indigenous entrepreneurship
  • Meso-level Indigenous organizations
  • Macro-level Indigenous economic systems
  • Indigenous innovation strategies

A deep understanding of significant documents such as the Truth and Reconciliation Reports and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is essential.

Commitment to Indigenous Research

The Faculty of Management is dedicated to promoting Indigenous-led research initiatives, with a focus on “Indigenous Paradigms for Management” as one of its core research strengths. The Faculty also hosts the Wit-lukutimk Wskitqamu (WW) Research Lab for Environmental Governance, which emphasizes land-water based laws and treaty relations.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold or be nearing completion of a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant social science discipline. This position is specifically designated for candidates Indigenous to Turtle Island.

Dalhousie University is recognized as the leading graduate and research institution in Atlantic Canada, with a diverse student body from numerous countries. The university values inclusive excellence and actively promotes equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in its hiring practices.

Application Process

Interested candidates should prepare a comprehensive application package, including:

  • A cover letter
  • A curriculum vitae
  • Statements of teaching and research interests
  • Two publications
  • Contact information for three confidential referees

Dalhousie University encourages all qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous to apply, particularly those who contribute to meeting the institutional equity targets.



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