Assistant Profess of Humanities: Indigenous Women and Cultures of Resistance, Department of Humanities, York University, York, Canada. Deadline: 31 October 2026.
The Department of Humanities and Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies at York University invites highly qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor position in Indigenous Women and Cultures of Resistance. This is an open tenure-track appointment to the Professorial Stream to commence July 1, 2027.
The Indigenous Studies Program in the Department of Humanities draws on a range of disciplines, including anthropology, art, education, environmental studies, gender studies, geography, history, languages, law, literature, music, political science, and sociology.
Applicants should have a clearly articulated program of research or research creation, or professional practice that is grounded in Indigenous knowledge, traditional ecological knowledge, Indigenous ways of knowing, Indigenous ways of life, Indigenous arts, Indigenous research methodologies, Indigenous issues, and Indigenous language(s). Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses, conducting research, mentoring and supervising students, contributing to the development and growth of the Indigenous Studies program, and engaging with Indigenous communities. The ideal candidate will be able to teach in the primary area of Indigenous women, gender, and sexuality as well as any of the following secondary areas: Indigenous art, cultural production and music; Indigenous languages, literature and storytelling; and Indigenous education and environmental knowledges. The Indigenous Studies program offers comparative courses in Black and Indigenous history and literature – scholars who can teach in this area are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have lived experience and deep connection to Indigenous communities.
