Associate Professor, Tenure-Track Position, Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research & Applied Studies (IKERAS), University of Prince Edward Island, Canada

Summary

The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) seeks an Associate Professor on a tenure‑track, full‑time basis in the Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research and Applied Studies (IKERAS). The position begins July 1, 2027, with a salary governed by the UPEI FA#1 Collective Agreement. Candidates must hold a PhD related to Indigenous Studies (or an equivalent Arts/Science doctorate with a strong Indigenous focus) and demonstrate excellence or clear promise in research and teaching. Responsibilities include conducting rigorous research, providing undergraduate and graduate instruction, contributing to service, and collaborating with Indigenous communities. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, research outline, teaching dossier, and three reference letters, and state their Indigenous status. The deadline is January 31, 2027, with the competition remaining open until filled.

Key Facts

Key Responsibilities

• Balance rigorous research activity with service contributions
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Indigenous studies
• Collaborate with multiple Indigenous communities and stakeholders
• Contribute to Indigenous pedagogies and scholarship within the faculty

Required Skills

• Record of excellence or clear promise in research and teaching
• Team‑focused approach working with diverse communities
• Ability to integrate Indigenous knowledge and perspectives into curriculum

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a PhD in Indigenous Studies or a related Arts/Science doctorate, a strong record or potential in research and teaching, and experience working with Indigenous communities are encouraged to apply. Candidates should be able to contribute to Indigenous pedagogies, relational accountability, and the faculty’s interdisciplinary focus across histories, worldviews, health, governance, culture, language, arts, literature, or entrepreneurship.

About the Employer

UPEI describes itself as a leading, innovative institution recognized for learning, teaching, scholarship, and research. The university is situated in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaw nation, and emphasizes relational accountability, experiential learning, and strong ties to local Indigenous communities.