Tenure-Stream Appointment - Sport, Health, and Well-Being

Bishop’s University; Quebec; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian university is seeking a full-time tenure-track faculty member in Sports Studies, starting July 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD and have an active research program related to health and well-being in sport. Responsibilities include teaching courses on Safe Sport and mental health, as well as contributing to program development. Applications must be submitted by February 25, 2026, including a cover letter and CV.

Qualifications

• Must possess a PhD at the time of appointment.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence.
• Developing an active research program related to health and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on Safe Sport and mental health in sport.
• Contribute to program development.
• Develop research aligned with health in sport.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research in health and well-being

Commitment to program development

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Department of Sports Studies – Tenure-Stream Appointment – Sport, Health, and Well‑Being

Bishop’s University invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track faculty position in Sports Studies, beginning July 1 2026. The successful candidate must possess a PhD at the time of appointment and have or be developing an active research program related to health and well‑being in or through sport, broadly defined, such as:

• Safe Sport and athlete protection (e.g., maltreatment prevention and safeguarding frameworks)
• Mental health, psychosocial well‑being, and care in sport
• Sport as a context for individual, community, or population health
• Related areas aligned with health and well‑being in or through sport

The candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and the potential to contribute to program development. The successful candidate will be able to teach courses in areas such as Safe Sport; athlete welfare, protection, and human rights in sport; mental health and psychosocial well‑being in sport; and/or other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and the evolving needs of the program.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching dossier, including philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Statement of research achievements and future objectives
• Three letters of reference sent directly by referees

The application package should be submitted as one PDF file. All materials should be sent to the Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Social Sciences, Monetta Gallichon, at [e-mail] by Wednesday, February 25 2026.

EEO Statement

Bishop’s University observes an equal access employment in public bodies for women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous and disabled people. Candidates who anticipate needing accommodation may contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Land Acknowledgement

Bishop’s University is located on the unceded traditional lands of the Abenaki people. Meeting and working in this privileged location reminds us of the need for continued conversations about decolonization and reconciliation.