Assistant Professor, Three-year Limited Term Appointment (LTA), Indigenous Educational Studies

This position is part of the

BUFA (Employee Group)

Post End Date:

Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .

July 25, 2026

About Brock University

The Brock University experience is second to none in Canada. Located in historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city, with beautiful natural surroundings. With over 18,000 students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in seven diverse Faculties, Brock excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities and highly rated student and campus life experiences.

Our Geography

Brock University’s main campus is situated on land which is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live in work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. The campus is located atop the Niagara Escarpment, within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, overlooking the city of St. Catharines, in the heart of Niagara wine country.

The Niagara region is dotted with landmarks that recognize our nation’s history and features breathtaking natural beauty and world-famous attractions. St. Catharines is home to vibrant arts and entertainment venues, and is a short drive from Toronto, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo, New York. With one of the warmest climates in Canada, clean, safe communities, and surprisingly affordable real estate, Niagara is an exceptional location to call home.

About the Program

The Indigenous Educational Studies programs within the Brock University Faculty of Education support undergraduate and graduate learners interested in Indigenous education, community leadership, adult education, and culturally grounded teaching practices. Indigenous Educational Studies offers prominent programs such as the Bachelor of Education in Indigenous Adult Education, Indigenous Studies minors, Indigenous language and culture courses, and graduate opportunities in education and educational leadership. The Faculty of Education is committed to transformative, inclusive, and community-engaged learning grounded in equity, reconciliation, and Indigenous ways of knowing. The Indigenous Adult Education program specifically emphasizes culturally grounded pedagogy, accessibility, and community-responsive learning designed to support Indigenous learners and allies alike. Brock is also recognized for its strong research profile, interdisciplinary scholarship, community partnerships, and national research excellence.

What we Offer

Brock University offers competitive salary and benefits. For candidates considering relocation, moving expenses will be administered according to the Brock University Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

About the position

The Faculty of Education invites applications for a Limited Term 3-Year Appointment in Indigenous Educational Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning October 1, 2026. We seek candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) education grounded in respectful, ethical, and accountable relationships with FNMI communities. The successful candidate will teach a range of undergraduate, professional (Teacher Education) and/or graduate courses and contribute to the ongoing development of courses in Indigenous studies and Indigenous education.

Qualifications

We seek candidates for the Indigenous Educational Studies program with the following:

• A doctorate in Indigenous educational studies or related field. Those who demonstrate a deep understanding of lived experiences with Indigenous knowledge systems, community-based practice, Indigenous language(s), and Indigenous education will be viewed as possessing equivalent qualifications of a doctorate (for Ph.D. equivalency for Indigenous knowledges, see Note 1); Applicants may also be doctoral candidates in the final stages (ie. defense date set).
• Note 1: In determining a Ph.D. equivalency for Indigenous knowledge, consideration shall be given, but not limited to, the level of knowledge of the language and/or traditional customs including protocols, spirituality, traditions, practices, ceremonies, histories, and teachings of a particular group of Indigenous people or Peoples. This knowledge may have been acquired through lived experience; active and lengthy participation in Indigenous forms of self-determination and governance, cultural structures, and processes; and/or a careful study and reflection of their philosophical underpinnings. In most cases, acquiring this knowledge will have involved studying with an Indigenous Elder(s) or Traditional Knowledge Carrier/Keeper(s).
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate a sound ability to teach from an embodied and lived perspective, grounded in ethical, reciprocal, and accountable relationships with local FNMI communities. Candidates will demonstrate experience incorporating Indigenous approaches to teaching and learning (Indigegogy), such as circle pedagogy, land-based education, ceremony (where appropriate), and community-based teaching practices; Experience teaching/facilitating within an educational and/or Indigenous community context is essential.
• Candidates will have an active research agenda, or a clearly articulated plan to develop and sustain one, with a focus on Indigenous studies, education, and/or Indigenous research methodologies. Applicants will demonstrate knowledge of Indigenous research methodologies and Indigenous research ethics, including principles of relational accountability, reciprocity, respect, community engagement, and Indigenous data sovereignty. A record of community-engaged scholarship, program development, and/or educational initiatives that reflect meaningful accountability, reciprocity, and responsibility to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities is required.
• Candidates will provide evidence of contributing to Indigenization and reconciliation initiatives within educational institutions, Indigenous organizations, and/or community-based contexts which demonstrate their commitment to ethical, reciprocal, and accountable relationships.
• Candidates will demonstrate established relationships and connections with FNMI communities. Preference will be given to candidates who bring lived experience as an FNMI person and/or extensive, sustained, and community-recognized engagement with FNMI communities.
• Candidates will demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to appropriate cultural protocols, ethical engagement practices, and cultural distinctions-based approaches when working with FNMI communities.
• Candidates will possess proficiency with digital technology, online teaching and learning tools, and the willingness to engage in ongoing learning and professional development in this area.
• Candidates will demonstrate ability to support and mentor FNMI students, and to foster culturally safe, inclusive, and affirming learning environments, and engagement in, or support for, Indigenous language and cultural revitalization, where appropriate.

Application Information

All documents must be submitted in electronic format (a single well-organized PDF document is preferred) via the online application system. (Note: file maximum of 5MB per attachment upload).

Applicants are required to submit the following:

• Letter of Application
• Academic CV
• Completed narrative style CV template in .pdf format to highlight the key qualifications areas [NarrativeCV_IESP_LTA.docx].
• Names and contact information (email address, phone number) for three references in .pdf format. Only references of shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• After application, shortlisted candidates can expect to provide verification of Indigenous community membership.

*In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are welcome to do so in their application and may be asked to provide additional information about their Indigenous identity and community connections in a manner that is respectful, distinctions-based, and grounded in community accountability and consistent with the Code.

The closing date for applications is July 25, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. The final business day to apply is July 24, 2026. Inquiries should be directed to Wanda Burger, Executive Assistant, Office of the Dean of Education, wburger@brocku.ca.

The target hiring range for this position is $100,000-$119,000. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, internal equity and budget considerations.

This ad is for an existing position in the Brock University Faculty Association (BUFA) bargaining unit. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Our Commitment

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of employment equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) peoples, Black people, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities/racialized groups, and Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional sexually and gender diverse (2SLGBTQI+) persons are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as a member of a designated group as part of their application. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should fill out the Self-Identification Form and include the completed form with their application.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf.Please advise: talent@brocku.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca