Tenure Track Full-time Faculty Position in Family Science

National Council on Family Relations; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor in Family Science to join their vibrant community. This dynamic role involves teaching, research, and curriculum development, focusing on diverse family forms and functions. Candidates will engage with students and community organizations, enhancing links with families while contributing to a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for all, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of Family Science and to inspire the next generation of leaders.

Qualifications

• PhD in Family Science or equivalent required.
• Evidence of research competence and successful teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of courses within undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Conduct research and develop curriculum for the department.

Skills

Research Competence in Family Science

Teaching Experience in Post-Secondary Setting

Curriculum Development

Supervision of Student Research

Understanding of Family Diversity

Education

PhD in Family Science or Equivalent

Job description

Tenure Track Full-time Faculty Position in Family Science

Mount Saint Vincent University

Posting Date: January 13, 2025

The Department of Aging and Family Science (formerly Family Studies and Gerontology) is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, commencing July 1, 2025. The successful applicant will be required to teach on campus.

The Department of Aging and Family Science offers undergraduate and graduate programs. We provide professional and academic education for entry into professional areas focusing on synergies between family science theories and practices emphasizing diversities in family form and function. We are committed to efforts that advance EDIA (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility) across all facets of our university and in the community.

Workload for the position includes research, teaching, curriculum development, and other department responsibilities, as well as collegial service to the university and external communities. Candidates should be prepared to teach a range of courses and topics (such as parent-child relationships, resilient, racialized and LGBTQ families) within the undergraduate and graduate programs, supervise undergraduate and graduate student research, as well as enhance the Department’s links to community-based organizations working with families.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. PhD in Family Science or its equivalent.
2. Evidence of research competence in the field of Family Science and an active research program appropriate to an early career scientist.
3. Documented, successful teaching experience within a post-secondary setting.

The Department is seeking candidates with expertise in the area of Family Science, particularly with a research focus on family diversity.

Organization Summary:

Located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People, Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) is strongly committed to fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). MSVU is an institution that was established by women for the advancement of women with social responsibility and social justice at its core. MSVU embraces the diversity of its community and is committed to efforts that enhance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility across all facets of the university, within its local community, and in society at large.

Mount Saint Vincent University encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Job Overview

Job Type: Full time

Salary Information: Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Agreement with the Mount Saint Vincent University Faculty Association. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Location: Please email applications to the attention of Dr. Janice Keefe, Chair of Aging and Family Science, via Ms. Shannon Fisher, [e-mail]. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including teaching philosophy and interests), a statement of current and future research interests, select publications, and contact information for three referees. Interviews for this position will be held on campus.

All applicants will be required to return the signed Self-Identification Questionnaire Form to the University Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Advisor.

Application Deadline: The Department will begin considering applications on February 15, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.