Job Description
The School is among Canada’s leaders in the delivery of programs in public and non-profit sector administration and community development. We invite applications for 2 full-time assistant professor positions. We are looking for candidates with pertinent expertise in public administration, Indigenous studies, environmental studies, economics, health administration, political sciences, sociology, psychology, evaluation, dispute resolution, education, business, community development, social innovation. A substantive interest in environmental sustainability, in Indigenous governance or equity would be an asset. Preferred start date of these positions is January 1, 2019 or later.
The School is dedicated to educating public sector and community leaders who are able to effectively navigate complex settings. We contribute to the development of innovative thinkers and professionals who will have a positive impact on governments and communities through their commitments to the values of integrity, engaged and courageous scholarship, sustainability and inclusivity.
The School of Public Administration offers multi-disciplinary programs for practicing or prospective leaders, managers and analysts seeking the skills necessary for effective and responsible public management and policy analysis. We offer five undergraduate Professional Certificates and Diplomas, Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Community Development a Certificate and Diploma in Evaluation, and a PhD in Public Administration. Programs are offered on campus and online (publicadmin.uvic.ca).
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Ph.D., ideally with post-doctoral training, in a relevant field for public administration. Candidates must have teaching experience and a promising research program.
We are interested those who collaborate well and are interested in making a difference through teaching, research, and university and community service. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the graduate and undergraduate programs, in both online and on campus formats, supervise graduate students, conduct research and participate in the administrative structure of the School.