Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor - Cross-Appointment, Child & Family Studies and Psychology in[...]

Nipissing University; North Bay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor to join their Faculty of Arts and Science. This role focuses on Indigenous, Child, and Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing, allowing you to contribute to the academic community through teaching and research. You will engage with existing courses and develop new content that addresses holistic approaches to mental health for children and youth. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD and a strong record in research and community engagement, making a meaningful impact on student learning and Indigenous communities. If you are dedicated to fostering respectful partnerships and improving health outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Experience in Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to Children, Youth, and Families.
• Develop new courses on Indigenous Child/Youth Mental Health.

Skills

Indigenous Mental Health

Child and Youth Mental Health

Teaching Experience

Research Skills

Community Engagement

Education

PhD in Psychology

PhD in Social Work

PhD in closely related field

Job description

The programs of Child and Family Studies (CHFS) and Psychology (PSYC) in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Nipissing University invite applications for a Tenure Track, Assistant Professor in Indigenous, Child and Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing. This position is located in North Bay, Ontario and will commence July 1, 2025.

The position requires a Scholar-Practitioner with research, practice, and teaching experience in the areas of Indigenous, Child, and Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing. The successful candidate will be expected to teach existing courses in CHFS and PSYC related to Children, Youth, and Families and work with the two programs to create additional courses related to Indigenous Child/Youth Mental Health, holistic ways of understanding human behaviour, and improving health/mental health outcomes and wellbeing for children and youth.

The successful candidate will have a completed PhD in Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field and evidence of research success in an area directly applicable to Indigenous, Child, and Youth Mental Health. Applications from other Social or Health Science disciplines may be considered for Scholar-Practitioners whose research, practice, and teaching experience align with the focus stated above. The successful candidate should have a record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals, community publications, policy development, as well as a demonstrated record or compelling evidence of potential for excellence in teaching and research.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter outlining their teaching and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and a list of three referees by 4:00pm on November 22, 2024.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to include a letter of reference that speaks to your experience working with Indigenous communities, focusing on your community involvement and relationship-building efforts. We are particularly interested in learning about your contributions and commitment to fostering respectful and collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Review of applications will commence November 25, 2024, and will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. All application materials should be combined into a single PDF and sent to [e-mail].

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.