Assistant Professor- CLA Global Social Justice

McMaster University; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Canada is seeking an Assistant Professor of Global Social Justice to engage in interdisciplinary teaching and research. This two-year position involves teaching 6-7 one-term courses, leading online course development, and contributing to the university's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusivity. Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant area and a strong research agenda focused on Global Peace and Social Justice.

Qualifications

• PhD in a Humanities or cognate discipline.
• Strong interdisciplinary research agenda focused on Global Peace and Social Justice.
• Knowledge of instructional design for online courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach core courses in the GPSJ program and Gender and Social Justice.
• Develop an online Level 1 course.
• Contribute to equity, diversity, and inclusivity initiatives.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teaching

Research agenda on Global Social Justice

Instructional design knowledge

Commitment to equity and inclusivity

Education

PhD in Humanities or cognate discipline

Job description

Overview

Assistant Professor of Global Social Justice, Faculty of Humanities

McMaster University invites applications for a two-year (renewable), contractually limited appointment as Assistant Professor of Global Social Justice to teach in the Global Peace and Social Justice program. The appointment will begin on January 1, 2026 and the successful candidate will be expected to teach 6-7 one-term courses per academic year.

Responsibilities

• The successful applicant must hold a doctorate in a Humanities or cognate discipline. We seek applicants with a strong interdisciplinary teaching and research agenda to teach core courses in the program.
• Teach GPSJ program courses and courses in the Gender and Social Justice undergraduate program, with opportunities for graduate-level teaching and supervision. Some courses that may be taught include, “Peace, Justice, and Human Rights”; “Human Rights and Social Justice”; “Creating Social Change”; and special topics.
• Lead the online course development of a Level 1 course and assist with student engagement efforts, including outreach, recruitment and public communication.
• Engage in service contributions as part of the role, working with the program director to provide academic leadership and service to the program; contribute to program-building and community engagement as a core part of the professional role.
• Support major events such as the Gandhi Lecture on Nonviolence and Gandhi Peace Festival hosted every Fall.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to support the university-wide goals of equity, diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• PhD in a Humanities or cognate discipline.
• Strong interdisciplinary teaching and research agenda focused on Global Peace and Social Justice, with preferred areas including peace studies, human rights, global social justice, South Asian studies and community-engaged research and praxis.
• Interest in Mahatma Gandhi and principles of nonviolence or protest movements is strongly encouraged.
• Instructional design knowledge and skills to lead online course development are assets.
• Willingness to teach in the GPSJ program and Gender and Social Justice undergraduate program, with opportunities for graduate-level teaching and supervision.
• Ability to contribute to equity, diversity and inclusivity initiatives within the university.

Application Details

How To Apply: Applications should be submitted by October 25, 2025 through the McMaster University on-line Academic Careers website. Please scroll down and select “Current Opportunities” and then “Faculty” to find the job posting and click “Apply”. Applicants will need to create a Mac ID if they do not currently have one by selecting “Register Now”.

Interested applicants must submit in one PDF file the following:

• letter of application
• curriculum vitae
• statement describing how the candidate will advance the university’s commitment to equity, inclusivity and accessibility and to fostering a culture which embraces and promotes the rich diversity of the campus community (1-2 pages)
• statement about how the candidate’s research connects with their teaching (1-2 pages)
• statement describing how the candidate employs (or has employed) diverse teaching practices (inclusive, accessible, anti-colonial, etc.) in the classroom. This statement may include references to course evaluations (quantitative and/or qualitative).
• the names and contact information (email addresses) of three referees who would be willing to provide a reference or letter of recommendation upon request.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority for these positions.

To comply with Government of Canada reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify country of origin or current citizenship; all applications must include one of the following statements:

• Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada
• No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Inquiries about uploading applications and other inquiries may be directed to Andrew Folino at [e-mail].

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is core to our innovation and creativity. McMaster is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online process.

Job applicants requiring accommodation should contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or the Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or the School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679.