Technological education, Programming, and Robotics

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As part of the expansion of our research programs, the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa invites applications for one tenure track position.

The Faculty of Education is located on the unceded ancestral territories of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people in the heart of the nation's capital. With more than sixty professors, we offer an exceptional intellectual environment to students, educational researchers, and professors.

This recruitment also reflects the Faculty of Education's 2025 strategic plan, which focuses on innovation; educational technologies; a vibrant Francophonie; Indigenous rights; antiracism, equity and social justice.

We are seeking to fill a position for a professor specializing in computer science and digital education whose research focuses on technological education and the learning of technological systems, particularly: computer science and robotics; automated reasoning and artificial intelligence; the design and evaluation of technological learning devices; the impact of robotics, artificial intelligence, and programming on student learning; emerging social and ethical issues related to the use of technology in education, especially in the context of pedagogical innovation; the development of digital and algorithmic literacies; mastery of learning current programming tools and languages in education (Scratch, Python, Arduino, etc.); and the promotion of French language and culture in a linguistic minority situation.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic faculty include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities in the form of research, artistic or literacy creation, or professional work; c) academic service activities; and d) supervision of graduate students.

Terms: New tenure-track position (Assistant Professor).

Wage:  Salary scale for an Assistant Professor starts at at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025),

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits packagewhich include long-term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, a pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as relocation expenses.

Location of work:  University of Ottawa, Faculty of Education, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.

Contact information: El Hadji Yaya Koné, Vice-Dean, Graduate Programs, Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, e-mail:

Skills requirements:

• Education: Ph.D. in Education or equivalent in a field related to the position.

• Work Experience: A demonstrated excellent track record of research in thew field of Technological education, programming, and robotics (or another field related to the position). A demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels in a context of interdisciplinary collaboration. Ability to teach hybrid and on-line courses. Passive knowledge of English is a requirement for tenure. French-English bilingualism is an asset.

Your application should include your curriculum vitae, a sample of your published work, a transcript for each university degree awarded, a cover letter describing your interest in this position, your program of research and teaching interests, the names and contact information for three referees.

Application deadline:  October 29, 2025. The consultation of applications will begin after October 29, 2025; however, we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers portal.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.