Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teaching in Educational Research Methods & Social Justice Ed. Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teaching in Educational Research Methods & Social Justice Education The College of Education and Department of Educational Foundations at the University of Saskatchewan are seeking a tenure track Assistant Professor of Teaching with the ability to contribute to meeting college-level educational research and departmental curricular needs. Expertise and experience grounded in interdisciplinarity, educational research methods, and social justice education are required. The candidate will have a completed doctoral degree and an excellent teaching record. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in educational research methodologies and course design in combination with demonstrating a social justice stance built on anti-oppressive, reconciliation, and decolonizing practices. The successful candidate’s duties will be primarily and substantively focused on the delivery, development, and maintenance of Educational Research courses, bringing cohesion to the College’s research classes, as well as on supporting undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervision in the Department of Educational Foundations. The position entails limited research and scholarly work responsibilities along with limited service and/or administrative responsibilities, but all faculty will contribute to collegial processes in the College of Education and the University of Saskatchewan. The University of Saskatchewan and the College of Education are committed to employment equity and diversity and Indigenous engagement is a strategic priority. The College of Education fosters innovation and collaboration through teaching, learning, discovery, and transformative pedagogy. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit communities, and all equity seeking groups. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000. The College of Education offers B.Ed., M.Ed., MILBE, EdD, and Ph.D. programs. Further information about Department of Educational Foundations can be found at: https://education.usask.ca/departments/efdt.php Salary band for this position as Assistant Professor is $113,527-$157,543. This position also includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program. Interested candidates must submit the following, via email, to: Dr. Lynn Lemisko, Department Head Educational Foundations, College of Education, 3104 – 28 Campus Drive University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0X1 Email via: isabel.bacalao@usask.ca a cover letter a statement of teaching and course development philosophy a detailed curriculum vitae supporting documents demonstrating teaching excellence and three letters of reference (at least two academic) Review of applications will begin on September 1, 2026. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2027. Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated. The University of Saskatchewan recognizes the Jay Treaty. Status: Tenure Track Employment Group: USFA Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0 Posted Date: 7/9/2026 Closing Date: 8/20/2026 The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.