Limited Term Appointment: Department of Indigenous Studies, Law & Social Justice

at  Wilfrid Laurier University

Date: Jun 11, 2024
Location: Brantford, CA
Company: Wilfrid Laurier University
Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Liberal Arts
Department: Law and Society
Campus: Brantford
Employee Group: WLUFA
Requisition ID: 8389

DEPARTMENT OF INDIGENOUS STUDIES, LAW & SOCIAL JUSTICE

The Department of Indigenous Studies, Law & Social Justice at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a Limited Term Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Law & Society beginning August 1, 2024, subject to budgetary approval.
Law & Society is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program rooted in social scientific, interpretive, critical and historical analyses of law across multiple historical contexts. A sociolegal approach to Western law looks beyond authorized texts and formal institutions; it recognizes that legality exists in the consciousness and practices of people(s) touched by the law, in the process of making claims for justice, and in the coercive power embedded in social ordering. Law & Society also highlights resistance to Western law, and alternatives to formal law in structuring social relations.
The Law & Society program is seeking candidates for a 12-month Limited Term Appointment, at the rank of Assistant Professor. Successful candidates will be expected to teach two of the program’s required courses: Introduction to Sociolegal Theories (LY 101) and Introduction to the Canadian Legal System (LY 201), as well as three elective courses offered by the program. Candidates will have an active research agenda and be expected to demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and student-centred environment. They will have completed, or be close to completing, a Ph.D. in law or a related discipline, such as sociology, political science, history or philosophy or have equivalent qualifications (either a law or master’s degree with a substantial record of professional or community experience).
Aligned with Laurier’s Action Plan for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Indigeneity (https://www.wlu.ca/about/discover-laurier/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/index.html), the Law & Society program is strongly committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in our hiring process and we strongly encourage applications from candidates from diverse and equity-deserving groups to apply.

Applicants should submit:

• a cover letter.
• curriculum vitae.
• a brief teaching portfolio (including a short statement of teaching philosophy, a sample of relevant course outlines, and any evidence of teaching effectiveness).
• A short statement of research interests/expertise.
• A sample of writing.
• the names and contact information for three referees (at least two of which should be academic).

Applications should be addressed to Dr. Keri Cheechoo, Chair of the Indigenous Studies, Law & Social Justice Department, c/o Celine Taillefer-Travers, Academic Program Assistant, and submitted electronically to ctravers@wlu.ca. Applications received by July 2, 2024 are guaranteed consideration, but the position will remain open until filled.
Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier’s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity deserving-groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obligated to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenships; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements in their cover letter:
Yes, I am a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
No, I am not a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
Members of designated groups must self-identify to be considered for employment equity. Candidates may self-identify, in confidence, to Janny Leung, Dean of Liberal Arts (jleung@wlu.ca). Further information on the equity policy can be found at https://www.wlu.ca/about/governance/assets/resources/8.4-employment-equity.html
Applicants are encouraged to address any career interruptions or special circumstances that may have affected their record of research and teaching, in accordance with SSHRC and NSERC definitions and guidelines. To obtain a copy of this job description in an accessible format, please contact hr@wlu.ca
Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier’s Employee Success Factors.
Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/
Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a CV and letter of introduction will be required in electronic form.

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