ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR FULL PROFESSOR, EXPERIENTIAL STUDIES IN COMMUNITY AND SPORT in Communi[...]

Cape Breton University; Sydney; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Breton University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Community, Sport, and Physical Activity. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and demonstrate the commitment to teaching, research, and community engagement. The role commences September 1, 2025, and aims to enhance academic offerings in alignment with community needs.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in community, sport, physical activity, health, wellness, leisure, or recreation.
• Potential and commitment to teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Teach core interdisciplinary courses for the Sport and Physical Activity Leadership program.
• Contribute to research and community engagement, especially with Mi’kmaq communities.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Community Engagement

Education

Ph.D. in a related discipline

Job description

ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE, OR FULL PROFESSOR, EXPERIENTIAL STUDIES IN COMMUNITY AND SPORT in Community, Sport, and Physical Activity– Tenure-Track

• Location: CBU
• Competition Number: 140
• Deadline: June 30, 2025 at 11:59 pm

The Department of Experiential Studies in Community and Sport (XCS) in the School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS) at Cape Breton University (CBU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (depending on current achieved rank) in Community, Sport, and Physical Activity (CSP). This position will commence on September 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter).

CBU recognizes its location on Cape Breton Island as part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. It offers a comprehensive set of programs and a commitment to community, economic development, and research into environment and culture. CBU is known for its high student satisfaction, faculty-student interaction, and employability.

We welcome candidates whose teaching, research, and service demonstrate commitment to Community, Sport, and Physical Activity. The successful candidate will contribute to the XCS department and teach core interdisciplinary courses, including those for the Sport and Physical Activity Leadership (SPAL) program.

Qualifications include a Ph.D. in a related discipline, with experience in community, sport, physical activity, health, wellness, leisure, or recreation. Candidates in the later stages of their Ph.D. may be considered, with completion required before employment.

Applicants should demonstrate potential and commitment to teaching, research, and community engagement, especially with Unama’ki-Cape Breton communities. Teaching may involve various modes, including online and off-campus.

Application materials include:

• Two-page cover letter (#140)
• Teaching philosophy and interests
• Research plan
• Complete CV with publications
• Evidence of effective teaching
• References (at least three; shortlisted candidates will submit reference letters)

All documents should be uploaded to the designated area. The application deadline is June 30, 2025.

CBU is committed to diversity and encourages applications from women, minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

For more information and to apply, please click the link provided in the original posting.