Brock University – Open Rank, Probationary Tenure Track Indigenous History in Canada, Department of History

Brock University acknowledges the land on which it gathers is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and acknowledging reminds Brock that its great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous people.

In all that it does, Brock University strives to honour and support the Indigenous peoples on whose Traditional Territory Brock University is located. Brock’s commitment to Reconciliation and Decolonization are one of four strategic priorities of Brock’s 2018-2025 Strategic Plan. The University is undertaking institution-wide efforts, led by the office of the Vice-Provost, Indigenous Engagement, to enhance existing Indigenous programs and courses, increase the number of Indigenous faculty, and develop new supports for Indigenous students. These efforts centre Indigenous ways of knowing and doing and involve consultation with Indigenous communities both within Brock and beyond.

With over 18,000 students, 5,000 faculty and staff, an operating budget of around $360 million, and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in seven diverse Faculties, Brock excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities and highly rated student and campus life experiences. Brock is a comprehensive university known for its excellence in teaching and learning and the student experience as well as strong university-community engagement and is home to a community of highly regarded researchers who are improving society by undertaking impactful and significant research along with a growing national prominence in research, scholarly and creative activities. 

As Brock University continues to work towards its goal of fostering a culture of inclusivity, accessibility, reconciliation and decolonization, the History Department at Brock University invites applications for a probationary tenure-track appointment in Canadian History with a focus on Indigenous history; the rank of the position is open (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor). Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous - that is, who are First Nations (status, non-status, treaty or non-treaty), Métis, Inuit, Alaskan Native, or Native American. Applicants with established records of community-engaged research and with demonstrated commitments to cultivating reciprocal relations with Indigenous communities are preferred. Diverse methodological and theoretical approaches are welcome; engagements with Indigenous knowledge systems, languages, and methodologies will be considered an asset. Applicants should have a completed Ph.D. or equivalent Indigenous knowledge and evidence of research and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at all levels, including first-year undergraduate, the Canadian History survey, and MA courses.

To apply or explore this key opportunity at Brock University further, please contact Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca). The final date for applications is July 31, 2021, and the review process will continue until the position is filled. 

Applicants will submit a letter of application accompanied by a curriculum vitae, research plan, and teaching philosophy to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca ) and Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca ).

In addition, candidates will arrange to have letters submitted from three academic references all in electronic format to Olatunji Ojo, History Department Chair (history@brocku.ca).  

Differing career patterns may be more common among members of designated groups, and those who have experienced leaves from the workplace. These differences will be taken into account in assessing the experiences and qualifications of members of these groups, or those who have experienced leaves from the workplace.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of employment equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous - that is, who are First Nations (status, non-status, treaty or non-treaty), Métis, Inuit, Alaskan Native, or Native American. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups can fill out the Self-Identification Questionnaire following application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

In accordance with the provincial legislation, accommodation will be provided by Griffith Group and Brock University throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.