University of Toronto: Department of English
Assistant Professor: Aboriginal Literature
Job Field : Tenure Stream
Faculty Division : Faculty of Arts and Science
Department : English Campus : St. George (downtown Toronto)
Job Closing : Oct 31, 2012

Applications are invited for a tenure-stream position in the field of Aboriginal Literature in the Department of English (51%) and Aboriginal Studies (49%) at the St George campus of the University of Toronto. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2013.

Applications are welcomed from candidates qualified to teach, supervise theses, and carry out research in the area of Aboriginal Literature. Qualified candidates will have a PhD in English with specialization in Aboriginal Literature and interest in Canadian Aboriginal issues. Interest in community-based research and Aboriginal methodologies, and experience in working with Aboriginal communities are an asset. Applicants must show evidence of excellence in research and teaching potential. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Aboriginal Studies (www.utoronto.ca/abs) is an interdisciplinary program that brings together faculty from across the University of Toronto and works closely with the student services unit First Nations House. Responsibilities involve teaching of undergraduate courses (specific assignments to be negotiated) and regular participation in program activities. The Aboriginal Studies program is affiliated with the Centre for Aboriginal Initiatives at the University of Toronto.
The Department of English, St George campus, offers the opportunity to teach and to conduct research in a department that is committed to studying the literatures of English in both their historical depth and their geographical range. Situated in one of the most diverse cities in the world, the Department reflects that diversity in its approach to English as a world language.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply by visiting www.uoftcareers.utoronto.ca. See job # 1201131. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy), a statement outlining current and future research interests, and a substantial writing sample. If you have questions about this position, please contact chair.english@utoronto.ca. All application materials should be submitted online.

The UofT application system can accommodate up to five attachments (10 MB) per candidate profile; please combine attachments into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply.

Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters directly to the department via e-mail to chair.english@utoronto.ca by the closing date, October 31, 2012. For more information about the Department of English, please visit our home page.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.