Tenure-Stream Appointment in Sport, Health, and Well-being

Bishop's University; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious 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 exhibit a strong commitment to teaching excellence and research in sport, health, and well-being. Responsibilities include teaching courses, supervising graduate students, and participating in community outreach. The position is open to all qualified applicants, with an emphasis on fostering inclusive practices and an engaging educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a PhD at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and course development.
• Interest in Safe Sport and mental health in sport.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Sports Studies.
• Conduct independent, scholarly research.
• Participate in departmental activities and program development.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research skills in health and well-being

Commitment to inclusive teaching practices

Community outreach engagement

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Department of Sports Studies – Tenure-Track Faculty Position – Sport, Health, and Well‑Being

The Department of Sports Studies at Bishop’s University invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track faculty position in Sports Studies in sport, health, and well‑being, beginning July 1, 2026.

Applicants must possess a PhD at the time of appointment and have, or be in the process of developing, a research program related to health and well‑being in or through sport, broadly defined. Examples of such research include:

• 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

Candidates 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 other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and the evolving needs of the program.

Bishop’s University is a public, secular institution that offers undergraduate and graduate programs. Instruction is primarily in English, though a willingness to learn French over time is encouraged.

The department also hosts an undergraduate honours program, a growing graduate student cohort, a robust research culture housed in the Sports Studies Collaboratory, and strong partnerships with the Department of Athletics and Recreation for experiential learning and research collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Sports Studies, with emphasis on health and well‑being topics.
• Developing and maintaining a graduate student supervision program.
• Conducting independent, scholarly research and publishing in peer‑reviewed venues.
• Participating in departmental and university service activities, including program development and curriculum design.
• Engaging in community outreach and applied research partnerships related to sport, health, and well‑being.

Qualifications

• PhD earned or in progress at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and course development.
• Active research agenda with evidence of productivity or strong potential.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and a diverse learning environment.
• Interest and experience in Safe Sport, athlete welfare, mental health in sport, or related health and well‑being domains.

Application Package

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching dossier (philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness)
• Statement of research achievements and future objectives

Package must be submitted as one PDF file. Additionally, three letters of reference should be sent directly by the referees. All materials should be sent to Monetta Gallichon, Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Social Sciences, at [e-mail], by Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Land Acknowledgement

Bishop’s University is located on the unceded traditional lands of the Abenaki people. We are committed to ongoing conversations about decolonization and reconciliation as essential parts of our community life.

Equal Access Employment

Bishop’s University observes equal access employment in public bodies for women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous and disabled people, including accommodation during the selection process. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, but all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Contact Human Resources at [e-mail] if you anticipate needing accommodation.

Questions

Questions about the position or the application process can be addressed to Tavis Smith, Chair of the Department of Sports Studies, at [e-mail].