Assistant Professor - Medieval and/or transregional history, 7th-16th centuries

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of History at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in medieval and/or transregional history (7th–16th centuries). The appointment begins July 1, 2027 and will be at the assistant professor level.

Responsibilities include an active research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in both French and English, supervision of graduate students, recruitment, and service to the department and community.

Qualifications

• PhD in History by July 1, 2027.
• Demonstrated research record with peer-reviewed publications in medieval/transregional history.
• Excellent communication in English or French; bilingualism is an asset and active knowledge of both official languages is required for tenure.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching history or related disciplines.
• Experience attracting and supervising graduate students is an asset.
• Competence in digital tools for critical analysis in digital humanities is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop a research program in medieval and/or transregional history, 7th–16th centuries.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in medieval and/or transregional history in both French and English.
• Recruit and train graduate students.
• Work collaboratively in research and service; participate in department administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French

Education

PhD in History by July 1, 2027

Tools

Digital humanities tools

Job description

Posting Reason: New Position

Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation: APUO

Faculty/Department: Department of History_Professors and Researchers

Campus: Main Campus

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/08/26

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

The Department of History at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a position in medieval and/or transregional history, 7th-16th centuries. This tenure-track appointment will be made at the assistant professor level, beginning July 1, 2027.

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s capital.

Position Title: Assistant Professor.

Duties: Responsibilities include, in varying proportions: a) active research and knowledge mobilization program; b) teaching; c) recruitment and supervision of graduate students; d) service to the community.

• Maintain and develop a research program in medieval and/or transregional history, 7th-16th centuries.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in medieval and/or transregional history, 7th-16th centuries in both French and English.
• Recruit and train graduate students.
• Work collaboratively in research and service.
• Participate in administrative activities of the department.

Terms: New tenure-track position.

Salary: The starting salary for an Assistant Professor is $99,377 (according to the scale in effect as of May 1, 2025).

Benefits Package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.

Work location: Department of History, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.

Contact Information (for inquiries): Dr. Eric Allina, Director, Department of History, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa ON, K1N 6N5. E-mail: [e-mail]

Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a scholar in medieval and/or transregional history, 7th-16th centuries, with the following:

• Possess a doctorate (Ph.D.) by July 1, 2027, in History or a related discipline.
• A demonstrated track record of research excellence, including peer-reviewed publications, in medieval and/or transregional history, 7th-16th centuries.
• Excellent communication skills in either English or French. English-French bilingualism is an asset. Active knowledge of Canada’s two official languages (French and English) is a requirement for tenure.
• Evidence of excellence in the teaching of history or of a related discipline.
• Experience attracting and supervising graduate students is an asset.
• Competence in creative design of user experiences to mobilize historical knowledge in an online environment is an asset.
• Ability to train students to engage the profound changes produced by digital technologies and create, use and deploy digital tools for critical analysis of theories, models and methods in digital humanities is an asset.

Deadline: Applications received by October 16, 2026 will receive full consideration but the position will remain open until filled.

More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online.

Following an initial review of applications, selected candidates will be invited to present their research to professors and students and asked to have three confidential letters of reference submitted directly by the referees.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at [e-mail]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.