Assistant/Associate Professor in Social Studies Education

The Department of Curriculum Studies, College of Education, University of Saskatchewan invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level commencing January 1st to July 1st, 2025, with a focus on teacher education specifically in the area of Social Studies and in Curriculum Theory.

As a key member of an innovative and dynamic College, the successful candidate will leverage their experience to teach social studies methods at the undergraduate level and graduate courses in the areas of Social Studies and its diverse pathways. The ideal candidate will possess an earned PhD in a field related to Social Studies Education. Expertise in Curriculum Theory would be an asset.

Applicants must have relevant teaching experience at the early childhood to grade 12 level and/or post-secondary level (preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience at the early childhood to grade 12 levels). Responsibilities will include: (1) teaching undergraduate social studies methods courses and graduate courses in in related areas (2) maintain a research program, including seeking external funding to support research activities, and (3) advising graduate students. In addition, applicants will demonstrate the ability and expertise to work with community partners in Social Studies education. The candidate will demonstrate a social justice approach in their practice including investigating historical, sociological and cultural realities of Euro-centric viewpoints, Indigenous knowledge/perspectives and the nature of social studies, and the implications of these realities for teaching. In addition, all faculty are expected to conduct research, provide service and contribute to collegial processes in the College of Education.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 26,000.

Department of Curriculum Studies: https://education.usask.ca/departments/ecur.php
The College of Education Strategic Plan 2025: https://education.usask.ca/about-us/strategicplan2025.php
The Curriculum Studies Department is committed to the University Plan 2025. https://plan.usask.ca

The salary bands for this position are as follows:

Assistant to Associate Professor Scale: $107,323 to $148,939

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health, and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Review of applications will begin on November 18, 2024; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January 1st to July 1st, 2025.

Please send a current CV and cover letter to:

Dr. Geraldine Balzer
Acting Department Head, Curriculum Studies
College of Education
University of Saskatchewan
3021 – 28 Campus Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 0X1
Email: ecur.office@usask.ca

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated. Candidates may be asked to provide proof of citizenship, residency, or work eligibility.

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