Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Prosperity

Dalhousie University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Atlantic Canadian university in Halifax invites applications for a SSHRC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Prosperity. This tenure-stream position aims to advance research on Indigenous economic prosperity and involves collaboration with Indigenous communities. Candidates must have a PhD and a commitment to Indigenous ways of knowing. The application process includes submission of a cover letter, CV, and academic references. The position begins no sooner than July 2026, promoting inclusive excellence and equity.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline.
• Commitment to Indigenous ways of knowing in research.
• Experience in community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research addressing challenges faced by Indigenous communities.
• Engage in collaboration with Indigenous organizations.
• Lead work on Indigenous economic prosperity.

Job description

Overview

The Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University invites applications for a SSHRC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Indigenous Prosperity from applicants Indigenous to Northern Turtle Island (Canada). The successful applicant will be appointed in a tenure-stream position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in one of the eight departments in the Faculty based on disciplinary fit.

The CRC will work in collaboration with the Atlantic Indigenous Economic Development Integrated Research Program (AIEDIRP) at the Atlantic Policy Congress of First Nations Chiefs Secretariat Inc (APC).

Responsibilities

The Chair will bring their knowledge, experience, and passion to conduct research motivated by the challenges faced by Indigenous communities and will bring Indigenous‑led knowledge and value to communities.

The Chair will hold expertise in a social science with focus on topics related to prosperity of Indigenous communities, where prosperity is understood in a broad sense to include the interrelated aspects of economic rights and advancement, strong social fabric, and relational well‑being.

• Micro‑level issues (e.g. Indigenous entrepreneurship, Indigenous human resources)
• Meso‑level issues (e.g. Indigenous organizations, Indigenous‑no Indigenous partnerships)
• Macro‑level issues (e.g. Indigenous economic system, Indigenous innovation strategies)

The Chair will have an in‑depth understanding of the academic and practical importance of core documents, such as the Truth and Reconciliation Reports, the MMIWG2S Final Report, Calls to Justice, and the United Nations Declaration of Rights of Indigenous People.

Qualifications

Applicants must have the academic and/or professional qualifications required to be eligible for an appointment at the rank of at least Assistant Professor, by the start date of the position. Holding a PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline meets this requirement. It may also be met by relevant professional qualifications and experience, with a demonstrated commitment to Indigenous ways of knowing in research and/or community engagement.

The position is designated for applicants Indigenous to Turtle Island (Canada). The CRC / SSHRC Guidelines for the Merit Review of Indigenous Research recognize the importance of traditional knowledge, reciprocity, and community, all of which rely on extensive and ongoing engagement with Indigenous communities.

Applicants who are more than ten years from their highest degree and where career breaks exist, may have their eligibility for a CRC Tier 2 assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process.

Application Process

Complete applications will include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, two publications or alternate academic knowledge dissemination outputs, and the names and contact information for three confidential referees.

To apply, please visit https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20028.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self‑identify as members of one or more of the equity‑deserving groups listed above.

Applicants may be asked to provide additional documentation during the search process to validate self‑identification. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity‑deserving groups, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please contact [e-mail] to let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

The evaluation of applications will commence on February 1, 2026. It is anticipated that the nomination package for the CRC program will be prepared in April 2026, and the position at Dalhousie will begin no sooner than July 1, 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of nationality; Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority.

The position is a part of the Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) Bargaining Unit.

Dalhousie recognizes that candidates may self‑identify in more than one equity‑deserving group, and in this spirit, the university also encourages applications from persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

Dalhousie University is a leading graduate and research university of Atlantic Canada, with more than 20,000 students, including 3,500 in graduate programs, from 115 countries. It is located in Halifax, the major centre in the scenic Atlantic region and a city widely known for its high quality of life. For more information about the Faculty and the university, please visit www.dal.ca/management.