ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Economic History for the 2027–2028 academic year. 

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences.  In 2027–2028, the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar will be hosted by the Department of Economics. 

We welcome applications from scholars working in economic history and related fields, including political economy, development economics, and cultural evolution. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research combines historical analysis with modern empirical or theoretical tools, and who contribute to interdisciplinary conversations across the social sciences.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in an academic year. SFU operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual and mentoring activities for students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported to contribute to public engagement activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here. 

Applications should be submitted electronically to farley@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following: 

1. a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position; 
2. a brief description of a proposed course;
3. a brief account of the proposed public engagement activity, including the topic(s) to be addressed; 
4. the names and contact information of two referees.

Review of applications will begin on May 4, 2026.

To inquire about whether the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Economic History is a good match for you, please contact Dr. Guillaume Blanc at guillaume_blanc@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean , Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca

In keeping with University policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.

Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU’s Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Tsleil-Waututh (səlilwətaɬ), Katzie (q̓ íc̓əy̓), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser University's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences.  In 2026–2027, the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar will be hosted by SFU’s School for International Studies, with the possibility of an affiliation with one of FASS’s other departments or schools. 

The School for International Studies welcomes applications from scholars addressing the history of international law and diplomacy with particular attention to aspects of Canadian foreign policy.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in an academic year. SFU operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual and mentoring activities for students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported to contribute to public engagement activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here.

Applications should be submitted electronically to farley@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:

1. a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;
2. a brief description of a proposed interdisciplinary International Studies undergraduate level elective course;
3. a brief account of the proposed public engagement activity, including the topic(s) to be addressed; and
4. the names and contact information of two referees.

Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2025.

To inquire about whether the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies is a good match for you, please contact SIS Director Dr. Elizabeth Cooper at eccooper@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean , Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca

In keeping with University policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.

Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU’s Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

We acknowledge the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish),  Səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Samiahmoo and Tsawassen peoples on whose unceded territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses reside. In so doing, we acknowledge Indigenous stewardship both past and present. Our words of recognition indicate our aspiration to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

Simon Fraser University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is now welcoming applications to the Jack and Doris Shadbolt Fellowship Program in the Humanities for the 2027-2028 academic year.

Resident Jack and Doris Shadbolt Fellows in the Humanities will be emerging or established engaged academic scholars, artists, knowledge keepers, practitioners or writers in the humanities and arts who will help us imagine how we can make the world we live in better through acts of world-making in the creative arts and/or publicly engaged scholarship in the humanities.

The program will support up to five Shadbolt Fellows, with each appointment lasting for one, two, or three semesters (4, 8, or 12 months) in length. The stipend associated with the fellowship is CAD 25,000 per semester (up to CAD 75,000 for a year).

Supported by the Jack and Doris Shadbolt Endowment for the Humanities, the program promotes the humanities and arts—broadly conceived—as important sites of creative practice and critical engagement with the major concerns of our times. The program is dedicated to supporting the work of decolonization and Indigenization, and to that end, it especially welcomes Indigenous applicants.

Online Q&A Info Session

Interested applicants can learn more about the program and the application process:

• September 21, 2026 (Monday)
• 3:00 – 4:00 pm Pacific Time
• Register at https://2026-shadbolt-infosession.eventbrite.ca/

For more detailed information on the fellowship and application instructions, visit: www.sfu.ca/fass/shadbolt. The application deadline is October 23, 2026.

The School of Criminology is inviting applications for one full-time continuing tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting as early as July 15, 2027.

DUTIES

To undertake research, teaching (at the undergraduate and graduate levels), and service in the School of Criminology, including the development and delivery of courses in traditional as well as online formats. The successful candidate is expected to conduct innovative research at the highest level, and establish an outstanding, externally funded research program. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Faculty, University and the academic community through service.

QUALIFICATIONS 

The successful candidate must have a PhD in Criminology or a closely related discipline, completed by the appointment start date, with a demonstrated program of research and teaching centered on advanced quantitative methods. PhD candidates with a solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of their PhD. 

Ideal applicants will have, or demonstrate clear potential to develop, a strong and evolving record of peer-reviewed publication, reflecting substantive expertise in one or more advanced quantitative techniques. Further support can be provided by publications that make community-based contributions relevant to criminology, a recognized contribution to the literature, as well as accolades and awards. The successful candidate must demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness through their submission of a teaching portfolio/dossier that includes their teaching philosophy. Ideal candidates will have experience teaching and developing undergraduate criminology curricula, with particular strength in teaching statistics and research methods to undergraduate and graduate students with varied levels of quantitative backgrounds. They should also have a strong record of, or potential for, administration and service contribution to the university and community.

APPLICATIONS

Please indicate the title of the position you are applying for in your application. Preference will be given to applications received by October 20, 2026. All applications should be sent to crimjobs@sfu.ca. Please contact Dr. Zachary Rowan (he/him/his), Associate Director, zrowan@sfu.ca with any questions. 

Applications are treated in confidence. All applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement, and a teaching portfolio/dossier. Names and contact information of three references, and a writing sample where the applicant is a first or solo author must also be provided.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The current salary ranges are based on the 2022-2025 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement. A reasonable estimate of the salary range is as listed below. These estimates are dependent on experience and are inclusive of a market differential. 

• Instructor (ABD Candidates): $98,340 - $118,340

• Assistant Professor: $104,700 - $153,322

This is a junior faculty position; only those holding or those eligible to be appointed to the rank will be considered. This position is subject to the availability of funding.

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

ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF CRIMINOLOGY

The School of Criminology has a well-established undergraduate program with over 900 students. It also offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of M.A. and Ph.D. There are exceptional research opportunities which include access to key research centres and institutes including the International Cyber-Crime Research Centre, the Centre for Forensic Research, the Centre for Restorative Justice, the Institute on Violence, Terrorism and Security, and the FREDA Centre for Feminist Research, Education, Development and Action. The faculty is multi-disciplinary and, at present, consists of 30 regular full-time members. Our Department has a strong research and teaching emphasis, with an award-winning interdisciplinary faculty and internationally recognized graduate program. Department faculty regularly consult with the highest level of government and nongovernment agencies on policy-based research at the national, provincial, and local level. 

The School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ ilw̓ ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ íc̓ əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓ əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, on whose unceded traditional territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. 

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The School of Criminology is inviting applications for one full-time continuing tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, starting as early as July 15, 2027.

This opportunity is limited to applicants who self-identify as Black. Pursuant to section 42(3) of the BC Human Rights Code, the University received approval from the British Columbia Human Rights Commissioner to limit recruitment and hiring for various faculty positions to those who self-identify as Black. Candidates are required to complete a self-identification survey as part of their application package by the deadline indicated in this job posting. By completing the survey, you will be supporting academic units in tracking potential job applicants who identify as Black or Black biracial or multiracial in keeping with the University’s intention of hiring 15 Black faculty members by 2028, to meet our obligations under SFU’s Employment Equity Policy (GP19), identify and remove systemic barriers to recruitment and hiring, and enhance equity, diversity, and inclusion in hiring faculty. The information will be used in conjunction with your work experience, work ability, and qualifications to determine your appropriateness for this position.

Duties

To undertake research, teaching (at the undergraduate and graduate levels), and service in the School of Criminology including the development and delivery of courses in traditional as well as online formats. The successful candidate is expected to conduct innovative research at the highest level, and establish an outstanding, externally funded research program. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Faculty, University and the academic community through service.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have a PhD in Criminology or a closely related discipline, completed by the appointment start date, with an open specialization program of research and teaching; however, preference will be given to candidates working in the area of Crime and Inequality (broadly defined). PhD candidates with a solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of their PhD.

Ideal applicants will have or demonstrate the potential for a strong, evolving publication record. Strong endorsements by referees of high standing will be required. Further support can be provided by publications that make community-based contributions relevant to criminology, a recognized contribution to the literature, as well as accolades and awards. The successful candidate must demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness through their submission of a teaching portfolio/dossier that includes their teaching philosophy. Ideal candidates should have experience teaching and developing undergraduate criminology curricula and should be prepared to assist with the School’s development of innovative and inclusive course delivery options. They should also have a strong record of, or potential for, administration and service contribution to the university and community.

Applications

Please indicate the title of the position you are applying for in your application. Preference will be given to applications received by October 9^th, 2026. All applications should be sent to crimjobs@sfu.ca. Please contact Dr. Zachary Rowan (he/him/his), Associate Director, zrowan@sfu.ca with any questions.

Simon Fraser University is committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion. Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.

Applications are treated in confidence and should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement, and a teaching portfolio/dossier. Names and contact information of three references, and a writing sample where the applicant is a first or solo author must also be provided, in addition to the completion of the Applicant Demographic Survey. Please enter “Open Specialization” for the job title field in the survey.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The current salary ranges are based on the 2022-2025 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement. A reasonable estimate of the salary range is as listed below. These estimates are dependent on experience and are inclusive of a market differential.

• Instructor (ABD Candidates): $98,340 - $108,340
• Assistant Professor: $104,700 - $143,322

This is a junior faculty position; only those holding or those eligible to be appointed to the rank will be considered. This position is subject to the availability of funding.

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

About the School of Criminology

The School of Criminology has a well-established undergraduate program with over 900 students. It also offers graduate programs leading to the degrees of M.A. and Ph.D. There are exceptional research opportunities which include access to key research centres and institutes including the International Cyber-Crime Research Centre, the Centre for Forensic Research, the Centre for Restorative Justice, the Institute on Violence, Terrorism and Security, and the FREDA Centre for Feminist Research, Education, Development and Action. The faculty is multi-disciplinary and, at present, consists of 30 regular full-time members. Our Department has a strong research and teaching emphasis, with an award-winning interdisciplinary faculty and internationally recognized graduate program. Department faculty regularly consult with the highest level of government and nongovernment agencies on policy-based research at the national, provincial, and local level.

The School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ ilw̓ ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ íc̓ əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓ əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, on whose unceded traditional territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The Department of Economics at Simon Fraser University is inviting applications for one full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The expected start date is on or after July 1, 2027. Preference will be given to candidates employing empirical approaches to environmental economics, trade and international economics, industrial organization, urban economics and applied econometrics. However, strong candidates in all fields will be given serious consideration. 

Qualifications for Assistant Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate should hold a PhD in Economics or a closely related field by the employment start date; however, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.

The candidate must demonstrate:

• a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;

• establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program; 

• potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level; 

• potential for supervision of graduate students.

Qualifications for Associate Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Economics or a closely related field.

The candidate must demonstrate:

• a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;

• establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program; 

• sustained success in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level; 

• potential for supervision of graduate students;

• demonstrated contribution to the academic community and potential contribution to the Department, Faculty and University’s academic community.

Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University’s research excellence through a rigorous research program. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in both the undergraduate and graduate program in areas specified above. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University and the academic community through service. 

Applications must include a cover letter, CV, three confidential reference letters, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and samples of research papers. Please indicate which rank you are applying for in the application and whether you are legally eligible to work in Canada.  

Application

The Department will start reviewing files of applicants with PhDs attained before 2026 on October 1, 2026. For applicants with PhDs attained or expected to be awarded in 2026, the Department will begin reviewing on November 30, 2026. All applications are to be submitted through www.econjobmarket.org. 

Email inquiries should be directed to ecchrsec@sfu.ca. The position is subject to the availability of funding.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Assistant Professor rank is $149,700 to $178,322, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. A reasonable estimate for salary if the successful candidate will be starting as an Instructor is $143,340, inclusive of a market differential. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Associate Professor rank is $175,142 to $200,584, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential. Candidates with experience commensurate with higher ranks may also be considered for appointment at the associate professor rank. 

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

The Department of Economics acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ ilw̓ ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ íc̓ əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓ əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, on whose unceded traditional territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. 

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

Simon Fraser University (SFU), Canada’s engaged university, sits at the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community outreach. Designated Canada’s top comprehensive university in the 2025T Maclean’s University Rankings, SFU has ten Faculties and 37,000 students. SFU is one of Canada's fastest-growing research universities, with a 35% increase in sponsored research income over the past 10 years, reaching $158.7 million in 2024.  

The Department of World Languages and Literatures and the Department of English in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Translation and Creative Writing at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position has an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027 and is contingent upon the applicant being awarded a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair.  

Simon Fraser University 

With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbia’s largest municipalities—Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey—our students, faculty and staff are privileged to live, work, and play on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen Peoples. SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. 

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) is one of the founding faculties at SFU and a leader in education and research. Consisting of 30 departments and programs, the Faculty is currently the largest and the most diverse at the university. The faculty includes 15 research centres, 10 members of the Royal Society, 10 Distinguished Professors, 2 Burnaby Mountain Chairs, 7 Canada Research Chairs (CRCs), a Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC), and 14 endowed chairs/professorships. FASS prioritizes innovation, interdisciplinarity and equity in its five-year Strategic Plan. Three priority areas include enhancing research activity and reputation, building vibrant and inclusive research communities, and integrating teaching and research. Across all three areas, FASS is committed to advancing reconciliation, EDI, and global engagement (FASS Strategic Academic Plan 2025-2030). 

The Department of World Languages and Literatures (WLL) adopts an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to the study of world languages and literatures that emphasizes collaboration across linguistic and disciplinary lines. Featuring a tight-knit team of colleagues engaged in innovative research and teaching in languages and literatures across cultures, WLL promotes a dynamic and innovative approach to language and literary study that reflects and supports our diverse society. The candidate will join a group of colleagues specializing in the teaching of ten different languages, and a growing cohort of world literature scholars working in multiple literary traditions, who work collaboratively to offer a Major, Minor, and Honours in World Literatures, as well as a Minor in Italian and Certificates in Chinese, German, Japanese, and Spanish. The only undergraduate department of its kind in British Columbia, WLL offers student-focused programs that focus on providing students with the tools necessary to negotiate the global literary landscape and their own position in it: critical thinking and writing, self-reflexivity, linguistic training, practical research skills, and an awareness of the centrality of translation to all human interaction, whether literary or otherwise. WLL is committed to fostering a practical and creative learning environment and actively centers linguistic and cultural diversity in our scholarship, teaching, and service practice. 

The Department of English (English) 

In the English Department, the candidate will join colleagues committed to a vibrant culture of research and teaching. The English Department has 24 accomplished faculty, over 500 undergraduate majors and minors, and over 50 M.A. and Ph.D. students working in all areas of English studies, with notable strengths in contemporary Canadian, Indigenous, and diasporic literatures; environmental humanities; print culture; the Digital Humanities; and creative writing, for which the Department offers a Minor Degree, as well as a Research Creation stream in the Graduate Program. We offer classes on three campuses in the metropolitan Vancouver area, joint majors, and opportunities for cooperative education. BC’s lower mainland, including the city of Vancouver, is globally renowned for its cosmopolitanism and livability. 

The Position 

The Department of World Languages and Literatures in conjunction with The Department of English at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Translation and Creative Writing Studies with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.  This is a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor level. This opportunity is only open to candidates external to SFU. The applicant’s research area should primarily align with the mandate of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) as outlined in the Guidelines for Selecting the Appropriate Federal Granting Agency. For more information about SFU’s requirements for appointment at each rank, please see SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement, Article 28 (https://www.sfu.ca/faculty-relations/collectiveagreement.html). 

Tier 2 CRCs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., candidate must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination) and should, at a minimum, be Assistant or Associate Professors (or possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed to these levels). On a case by case basis, applicants who are more than 10 years from their highest degree with career breaks, including parental leave, extended sick leave, clinical training, etc., may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 CRC assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process; please see the CRC website for eligibility details. 

This is a joint position in WLL and English. The successful applicant will conduct research at the intersection of literary studies, translation, and creative writing, in areas that may include translation theory and practice, creative writing studies, transnational literature, etc. Additionally, this role will significantly contribute to the teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, postgraduate student supervision, and other important aspects of the Departments’ activities as well as the wider academic community. The successful applicant will enhance the Departments’ respective strengths in translation and creative writing studies, fostering shared interests and a meaningful, collaborative relationship between the two Departments. 

The CRC program consists of a two-stage nomination process:  

1.  Internal selection: Interested applicants submit an application to this CRC job advertisement 
2.  Institutional nomination: The successful applicant will prepare the required documents, including a proposed research program, to be nominated by SFU to the CRC program and undergo peer review. 

The Candidate 

We seek a scholar who engages with research in the fields of literary studies, translation studies and creative writing, and integrates these fields through an interdisciplinary lens. The ideal candidate must understand literary translation and creative writing as dynamically linked fields: translation is an art form, and the practitioners of translation often are themselves practicing creative writers. The practice of writing frequently thrives on difference; translation brings different literary traditions, languages, and cultures into contact, energizing creative practice. The candidate will be versed in literary translation and/or translation studies, which inquire into the philosophy, practice, and methods of translation as well as the intertwined meanings, histories, as well as complexities of linguistic and cultural intersections the practice implies and engenders. 

Qualifications 

Successful candidates should have: 

• a Ph.D. within 10 years* in comparative literature, translation studies, Indigenous studies, literature studies in English and other languages, anthropology, or a related field (Candidates with a Ph.D. in a creative field are expected to have a research portfolio including peer-reviewed academic publications in a related field.). 

*This is typically based on the nominee's first highest degree. Nominees who are more than 10 years from their first highest degree may still be eligible if they have experienced career interruptions. This will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. 

• demonstrated proficiency in one or more languages other than English in their scholarly and/or creative writing work (the committee would welcome a demonstration of the candidate's interlingual practice). 

• demonstrated record of high-quality research commensurate with rank (which includes literary translations), shared through a wide range of outlets influential in the field (e.g. scholarly journals; community-based projects; forms of community engagement, such as research centers; partnership with local nations and communities, etc.).  

• a strong research program and projects for future publications. 

• demonstrated record of obtaining grants for scholarly, creative and literary projects. 

• demonstrated record of creating a learning environment that supports diverse populations and perspectives, and a commitment to creating inclusive learning experiences through non-discriminatory approaches to teaching, curriculum and assessment. 

• experience in developing and implementing curriculum. 

• demonstrated ability and commitment to mentoring, including marginalized students; and potential to attract, develop and retain trainees, students and future researchers. 

• demonstrated ability to work collegially and collaboratively across disciplines and units. 

• experience in supporting and advancing inclusivity on campus; appreciative of and responsive to diverse perspectives. 

Duties 

The successful applicant will be expected to engage in innovative research at the intersection of literary studies, translation theory and practice, and creative writing studies. The successful candidate will teach in both the Departments of World Languages and Literatures and English at the undergraduate and graduate level in areas such as: literary studies, translation theory and practice, and/or creative writing studies, and related fields. As a CRC Tier 2 holder, the Chair will be expected to train and supervise graduate students, as well as mentor junior faculty members. The candidate will build relationships with external community partners, and assume a leadership role that bridges research strengths, and knowledge mobilization. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University, and the academic community by participating in collegial governance. 

This Chair will advance the priorities of both departments by leading research and curricular projects in translation, world literatures and creative writing. Promoting these goals within and across departments will address SFU’s strategic priority areas of “supporting health and wellness of individuals, populations and communities” (Strategic area #2) by enhancing “mutual, respectful and empathetic processes of knowledge production.” The Chair’s interdisciplinary focus on the creative processes of international contact and transfer of literary texts and ideas will, furthermore, contribute to enhancing “democracy, justice, equity and social responsibilities” (Strategic area #4) by fostering “dialogue and relationship building” within and beyond our departments, the Faculty, and the university. 

To Apply 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To apply, applicants should provide: 

• A cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements 

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae (include details of research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships) 

• A two-page research statement and explanation of how the research aligns with both Departments’ priorities 

• A two-page statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness  

• A writing portfolio with one refereed published scholarly article, up to 20 pages of original creative writing, and up to 20 pages of literary translation(s)   

• The names and email addresses of 5 referees, one of whom should be able to discuss teaching capabilities 

• And complete the Applicant Demographic Survey administered by SFU’s CRC lead: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/UHECGrTaBK  

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have had an impact on their career. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and nontraditional areas of research and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.  

All applications should be submitted to: 

Dr. Jia Fei 
Department of World Languages and Literatures 
Simon Fraser University 
8888 University Drive 
Burnaby, BC, Canada, V5A 1S6 
Email: wll_admin@sfu.ca

Applications received by October 24, 2025 will be given full consideration. Applications received after this date may be considered until the position is filled. We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible; if you require accommodations, please contact edi@sfu.ca. Any general inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to Dr. Jia Fei, Chair of Search committee, Acting Chair/Senior Lecturer, at wll_chair@sfu.ca  

Additional Information 

This Faculty position is contingent upon the nominee being awarded a Tier 2 CRC through the program’s peer review process. The position is also subject to the availability of funding and to final approval by the University Board of Governors and the Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat (TIPS). The Tier 2 CRC is tenable for five years and may be renewed once, subject to the Chairholder demonstrating that they have achieved their objectives in their first term. The full program requirements for nominating and renewing a chair can be found on the program’s website.

CRC Program Equity Targets: The program established equity targets based on Canada’s 2016 census as a tool to address the underrepresentation of individuals from the four federally designated groups: women and gender minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and racialized individuals in active CRC positions.​ Full information on SFU’s CRC equity targets can found on SFU’s CRC public transparency and accountability webpage.  

Indigenous Applicants: In the near future, the CRC program will require nominees who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit), to affirm their Indigenous citizenship and/or membership at the time of nomination using the Tri-Agency Policy and Directive on Indigenous Citizenship and Membership Affirmation. The affirmation process will be required in all cases where an individual is Indigenous from Canada (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and not just in cases where the institution has an equity target for Indigenous Peoples. Individuals who are Indigenous from outside of Canada are encouraged to self-identify as racialized and indicate they are Indigenous as a write-in response. 

Salary: Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $148,322. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Associate Professor rank is $130,142 - $175,584.  The salary ranges for both ranks are subject to experience and inclusive of a Market Differential. The current salary ranges are based on the 2022-25 SFU/SFA Collective Agreement.   

Benefits: SFU offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. If you have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, please contact a Faculty Relations Advisor.   

Accessibility: SFU is committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants.  For equity considerations, please contact the Director, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the SFU Equity Office. 

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice. 

The Department of Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies (GSWS) at Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus) is seeking outstanding candidates for the Ruth Wynn Woodward Junior Chair in Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies, a two-year full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a start date of January 2, 2027. 

The RWW Endowment funds a Junior Chair who is expected to perform significant outreach-based activities that bridge academic and non-academic communities. This position will be appointed for a non-renewable 24-month period.

Qualifications:

The successful applicant will be an exceptional emerging scholar with:

• no more than 4 years of experience after the PhD. Applicants should have a completed PhD by June 30, 2026 

• interdisciplinary expertise and publication record in areas relevant to gender, sexuality, and women’s studies 

• grounding in approaches that complement the department’s existing strengths 

• evidence of excellent teaching experience or potential

• evidence of capacity to teach courses from the GSWS undergraduate curriculum

• experience of or potential to demonstrate leadership in public outreach and event organization  

Responsibilities include: 

• teaching a total of four undergraduate seminar courses each academic year, one of which may include a graduate education component. Two of the courses will be delivered in each of the 2027 and 2028 summer semesters (equivalent of a 2/2 teaching load). SFU has three campuses (Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver) and candidates may be required to teach at any campus.

• teaching at least two of the following courses from the GSWS curriculum: GSWS 102, GSWS 306, and GSWS 398W.

• designing and delivering one major public event or a series of smaller community outreach events  

• in person and/or virtual participation in the RWW Travelling Speakers program which sends GSWS teachers to address colleges and community groups across BC and/or the Yukon

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales defined by the collective agreement between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $116,636 per annum (plus benefits) based on qualifications. The Junior Chair will also receive additional funds to support professional development, event outreach, and course development.

The application should include a 2-page cover letter that includes:

• a description of the application’s interest in and qualifications for the position

• a 750-word research statement

• a description of a proposed public event or a series of community outreach events envisioned  

Additionally, please provide:

• a current C.V. which indicates date of conferral of doctoral degree

• a one-page description for an undergraduate course in the applicant’s area of expertise

• a one-page description of your approach to one of the following courses from the GSWS curriculum: GSWS 102, 306, 398W 

Please consult https://www.sfu.ca/gsws/undergraduate/courses/descriptions.html

for a description of courses in the GSWS curriculum. Completed applications must be emailed to the Department of Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies at rwwpost@sfu.ca. Preference will be given to complete applications received by April 17, 2026 however, we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled.  Candidates selected for Zoom interview will be asked to arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent to the Department.  

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

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Tsleil-Waututh (səlilwətaɬ), Katzie (q̓ íc̓əy̓), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser University's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The Department of Global Humanities at Simon Fraser University invites applications for one full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The expected start date is July 15, 2027.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate for this appointment with expertise in the literary, rhetorical and social worlds of Ancient Greece (in the classical, Hellenistic and Roman eras) and a solid grasp of Greek and Latin political thought and practice.  While grounded in the above, the preferred candidate should also be sensitive to the connections maintained between the Greek and West Asian and/or North African worlds.

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. Candidates must have completed their PhD in Classics or Ancient History by the time of application.

Research and teaching competence in both Ancient Greek and Latin are required, and the ability to teach courses on Ancient Rome are desirable. Research competence in other ancient languages from West Asia or North Africa, as well as proficiency in modern Greek, is an asset, but not required.

The candidate must demonstrate the following:

• A strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience 

• Establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program

• Potential for, or demonstrated excellence in, teaching at all levels of the undergraduate curriculum  

• Ability to engage a diverse student body

• Potential for teaching and supervising graduate students in our MA program 

• Potential for contributing to the Department, Faculty, University and the academic community, or demonstrated service contributions to the academic community

• Potential as an active member of the community of Hellenists at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Centre for Hellenic Studies 

Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the University’s research excellence through a rigorous research program. The candidate will also be expected to teach across the undergraduate curriculum and supervise MA students. A normal teaching load for a tenure-track faculty member is an equivalent of four courses per year over two 13-week semesters. Finally, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to the Department, Faculty, University, and the academic community through service, including participating in SNF events and serving on the SNF steering committee.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach the following courses:

• HUM 102W (Classical Mythology), both in person and online

• HUM 302W (Athenian Democracy)

• Upper-division offerings in the candidate’s field of expertise

Teaching may also include the following:

• Courses relevant to three of the four existing concentrations in Global Humanities (Hellenic Studies, Mythologies, and Intellectual Culture & Public Engagement)

• Graduate-level course offerings

• Ancient Greek and Latin language courses to interested students

Application Requirements

Applicants will submit electronically the following materials: 

• A cover letter

• A full curriculum vitae 

• A research statement 

• A writing sample (one peer-reviewed article or book chapter, maximum 30 pages) 

• A statement of teaching philosophy that reflects on both undergraduate teaching and graduate mentorship and the ability to engage a diverse student body

• One full syllabus from a previously taught course or a course that the candidate would like to teach

In addition, please arrange for three referees to submit confidential letters of reference to be sent to humusec@sfu.ca and copied to humchair@sfu.ca .

Review of complete applications will begin on October 19th, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Application materials should be sent as separate PDF documents via e-mail to Dr. Paul Garfinkel, Chair of the Department of Global Humanities, c/o the Chair’s Secretary (humusec@sfu.ca) and copied to humchair@sfu.ca . Inquiries about the search may be directed to Dr. Garfinkel (humchair@sfu.ca).

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The current salary ranges are based on the 2022-2025 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322.

This is a junior faculty position; only those holding or those eligible to be appointed to the rank will be considered. This position is subject to the availability of funding.

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

About the Department 

The Department of Global Humanities is an interdisciplinary unit that includes specialists in Classics; Archaeology; Art History; Byzantine, Hellenic, Renaissance and Italian Studies; Religious Studies; Environmental Humanities; Asian, European and transnational literature and film; and Critical Theory. The Department is increasingly interested in non-Western traditions of thought and culture.

The SNF Centre for Hellenic Studies, along with the SNF New Media Lab, is dedicated to bringing the latest in mobile technology and pedagogy to the teaching and learning of Greek and seeks to promote a better understanding of Hellenism in the community by staging events for academic and lay audiences throughout the year. At its core, the Centre focuses and supports research at SFU on Hellenic topics, from Antiquity to present-day Greece, through grants and postdoctoral fellowships. At the same time, the Centre supports undergraduate and graduate studies on Greece's history, language and culture through its home department of Global Humanities.

SFU acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ ilw̓ ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ íc̓ əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓ əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, on whose unceded traditional territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University (SFU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor starting as early as July 15, 2027.

This opportunity is limited to applicants who self-identify as Black. Pursuant to section 42(3) of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, the University received approval from the British Columbia Human Rights Commissioner to limit recruitment and hiring for various faculty positions to those who self-identify as Black. Candidates are required to complete a self-identification survey as part of their application package by the deadline indicated in this job posting. By completing the survey, you will be supporting academic units in tracking potential job applicants who identify as Black or Black biracial or multiracial in keeping with the University’s intention of hiring at least 15 Black faculty members by 2028, to meet our obligations under SFU’s Employment Equity Policy (GP19), identify and remove systemic barriers to recruitment and hiring, and enhance equity, diversity and inclusion in hiring faculty. The information will be used in conjunction with your work experience, work ability and qualifications to determine your appropriateness for this position.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in Psychology by the time of appointment with substantive research experience and interest in the field of Social Psychology. We are seeking candidates who demonstrate a strong record of (or potential for):

• A successful research program
• Conducting rigorous, ethical, and transparent research
• Excellence in teaching and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students
• Administration and service contribution to the university and community

We especially value candidates who complement the Psychology Department’s ongoing commitment to provide teaching and mentoring to disadvantaged individuals or groups who are disadvantaged because of Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. The ideal candidate will also support and contribute positively to the respectful, inclusive, and collegial culture of the Department of Psychology through open and collaborative engagement with colleagues, staff and students. The ideal candidate should conduct research that complements the existing Social Psychology Area's research expertise in social and close relationships and community, social identity and collective identity, and happiness and well-being.

Duties:

The successful candidate’s duties will include conducting rigorous, ethical, and transparent research, teaching undergraduate and graduate classes, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to the department, university, and community through service.

About SFU and the City of Vancouver:

Simon Fraser University is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive universities in Canada. Located on the unceded and unsurrendered territories of the Coast Salish peoples, SFU offers classes on three urban campuses across greater Vancouver (Burnaby, Downtown Vancouver, and Surrey). By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices. Vancouver is a scenic waterfront city located minutes from the mountains and a wide range of outdoor activities. It has a reputation as a clean, safe, multicultural and ethnically diverse city that is repeatedly ranked as one of the very top cities in the world in which to live and work.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

SFU is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is subject to availability of funding.

The Department of Psychology at SFU has a positive, collegial atmosphere and is strongly supportive of faculty members’ diverse backgrounds, strengths, interests, and career progress. Our department is committed to ethical practice, equity, social justice and diversity. For example, our Indigenous Reconciliation Committee (IRC) aims to support respectful, equitable, and reciprocal relations between Indigenous Peoples and Settler (non-Indigenous) Peoples. Details about the IRC’s mission statement and accountability reports are available here. Our Department JEDAI (Justice, Decolonizing, (Re)concilia(c)tion, Equity, Diversity, Accessibility, Inclusion) Workgroup seeks to uphold the SFU’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Details about the JEDAI’s goals and action plans are available here. Looking forward, our department is committed to overcoming long-term systemic problems that have kept underrepresented scholars out of traditional academic positions.

How to Apply:

1. Please provide a cover letter; curriculum vitae; research and teaching statements/dossiers; 3 representative publications; and a statement of commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. These materials should be submitted to: psycsoc@sfu.ca
2. Please fill out the Applicant Demographic Survey administered by the Equity Office: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/SJFP2SV. Candidates who do not complete the Applicant Demographic Survey will not be considered for this position.
3. Please request three confidential letters of reference to be submitted separately by referees, which are to be also emailed to psycsoc@sfu.ca.

Applications will be reviewed starting on October 1, 2026 and will be accepted until the position has been filled. Preference will be given to applications received by that date. 

A long-list of candidates will be invited to a 30-minute Zoom interview during which the candidates may be asked to give a short data blitz style research talk (10-minute) and respond to a few questions. Short-listed candidates will then be contacted for an in-person interview.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 to $143,322, dependent on experience and inclusive of a market differential.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Dr. Yuthika Girme (she/her)
ygirme@sfu.ca   
Chair of Hiring Committee
Simon Fraser University             

Dr. Tim Racine
psyc_chair@sfu.ca
Chair, Department of Psychology
Simon Fraser University

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice

We acknowledge the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxw̱ ú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícə̓ y̓ (Katzie), kwikwəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose traditional, unceded territories our three campuses stand.

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University (SFU) invites applications for a full-time continuing faculty position at the rank of Lecturer starting as early as July 15, 2027.

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. with a focus on developmental psychology by the time of appointment; however, PhD candidates with a solid indication of imminent completion may be considered. We encourage applications from scholars committed to excellence in teaching who will contribute to and complement existing strengths in our Developmental stream. Research interests of current developmental faculty can be found at https://www.sfu.ca/psychology/about/areas-of-study/developmental-psychology.html

We especially value prior experience and expertise teaching and mentoring BIPOC and other minoritized students. We are seeking candidates who have demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate courses. The ideal applicant will have experience teaching large classes in Developmental Psychology and will demonstrate knowledge of developmental theories with a focus on early developmental experience, language and cognition, and sociocultural learning. Experience teaching upper-division and graduate-level courses is an asset. Applicants should have experience using creative teaching methods and tools and be knowledgeable about curriculum development and learning outcomes in Developmental Psychology. Applicants must demonstrate involvement in service to the academic profession, university and community. The ideal candidate will support and contribute positively to the respectful, inclusive, and collegial culture of the Developmental Area specifically and the Department of Psychology generally through open, collaborative engagement with colleagues, staff, and students.

Duties

The successful candidate will be expected to teach an equivalent of eight undergraduate courses annually, including but not limited to: Introduction to Developmental Psychology, Language Development, Culture and Development, and Infancy. Other possible courses include Moral Development, Cognitive Development, Social Development and the potential to teach upper-division and graduate courses.  In addition, the successful candidate will also contribute to the department, university, and community through providing various forms of service.

About SFU and Metro Vancouver:

Simon Fraser University (SFU) is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive universities in Canada and offers classes on three urban campuses across metro Vancouver. The Department of Psychology at SFU has a positive, collegial atmosphere and strongly supports faculty members’ strengths, interests, and career progress. More information about the department and the university can be found on our website at http://www.sfu.ca/psychology.

Nestled between the coastal mountains and the ocean, Vancouver is a beautiful, clean, safe, and multicultural city. It is consistently voted one of the world’s best cities in which to live and work.

How to Apply:

Application materials should be submitted electronically, via email to psyclec@sfu.ca (please include the candidate’s name in the email subject line). Applications will be reviewed starting on October 15, 2026 and will be accepted until the position has been filled. Preference will be given to applications received by that date.

Applications must include:

• a cover letter, addressed to Dr. Tanya MacGillivray, Chair, Developmental Lecturer Search Committee, Dept. of Psychology, SFU
• a teaching statement and dossier of supporting materials, such as samples of course outlines, lecture materials, and teaching evaluations
• evidence of commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion
• a curriculum vitae (please include a detailed section on previous teaching experience & indicate whether you are legally eligible to work in Canada)
• three confidential letters of reference (please arrange to have these independently submitted by your referees to psyclec@sfu.ca and request that your referees include your name in the email subject line). Also, please remind your referees to submit their reference letter by the application deadline of October 15, 2026.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is subject to funding availability.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for the Lecturer rank is $98,340 to $114,241, dependent on experience.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the workforce, specifically Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates who belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and nontraditional areas of research and/or research outputs.

SFU is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations, please contact the Director, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Faculty Relations.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details, see the full Collection Notice.

The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University invites applications for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is dedicated to the teaching of history, broadly construed, which is understood to include studies of the past, including the recent past, carried out within the departments and programs of the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences.  In 2026–2027, the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar will be hosted by SFU’s School for International Studies, with the possibility of an affiliation with one of FASS’s other departments or schools. 

The School for International Studies welcomes applications from scholars addressing the history of international law and diplomacy with particular attention to aspects of Canadian foreign policy.

The Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is appointed as a Visiting Faculty Member for at least two terms in an academic year. SFU operates year-round, with Fall, Winter, and Summer terms. While at SFU, the Farley scholar will have the opportunity to interact extensively with faculty and students, and to stimulate discussion across disciplines. They normally teach one course and contribute to other types of relevant intellectual and mentoring activities for students across the university. Farley Scholars are encouraged and supported to contribute to public engagement activities that may take a variety of forms. The stipend for the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar is up to CAD $55,000 (commensurate with the length of the visit) and the Scholar is provided with a CAD $7,500 budget for public engagement activities. To find out more about what past Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholars have done click here.

Applications should be submitted electronically to farley@sfu.ca and include a current CV and cover letter outlining the following:

1. a research plan for the duration of the Visiting Scholar position;
2. a brief description of a proposed interdisciplinary International Studies undergraduate level elective course;
3. a brief account of the proposed public engagement activity, including the topic(s) to be addressed; and
4. the names and contact information of two referees.

Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2025.

To inquire about whether the Farley Distinguished Visiting Scholar in International Studies is a good match for you, please contact SIS Director Dr. Elizabeth Cooper at eccooper@sfu.ca and/or FASS Associate Dean , Research & International, Dr. Steeve Mongrain at fassadri@sfu.ca

In keeping with University policy, the successful candidate will hold an academic position at another university, or an equivalent position at another appropriate institution.

Those applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents will require a work permit. SFU’s Faculty Relations team will assist with that process and a modest moving allowance is provided. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

We acknowledge the Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish),  Səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Samiahmoo and Tsawassen peoples on whose unceded territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses reside. In so doing, we acknowledge Indigenous stewardship both past and present. Our words of recognition indicate our aspiration to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for one full-time teaching faculty position in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the rank of Lecturer. The expected start date can be as early as July 15, 2027.

Duties

The successful candidate will have prior experience teaching core sociological courses such as Introduction to Sociology, Sociological Theories, and Research Methods, and capacity to teach elective courses in areas such as global sociology, social movements and social policy, technology and society, and health and wellness, as demonstrated through course outlines, prior teaching evaluations, and their CV. The workload comprises teaching 8 courses over three semesters, Fall, Spring and Summer, though the Collective Agreement provides for at least one non-teaching semester every three years. The successful candidate will teach at both our Burnaby and Surrey campuses.

In addition, the successful candidate is expected to participate in the collegial governance of the department and the university and service to the academic community.

Qualifications

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Sociology at the time of appointment. Excellence in teaching is the primary criteria for this position. We seek a candidate who has an established record as an outstanding instructor, and who possesses demonstrated experience in face-to-face classroom instruction, developing and delivering online courses, and curriculum development. The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to conduct research and demonstrate currency in their discipline. 

The successful candidate will have experience teaching a diverse student body, use innovative pedagogical approaches to creating engaging learning experiences for students and to assessing student learning, and will be proficient in using classroom technology and learning management systems (e.g., Canvas). They should also have a record of, or potential for, administration and service contributions to the university and community.

Applications

Applicants will submit electronically:

1. a cover letter.
2. a full curriculum vitae.
3. a statement of teaching philosophy that includes the applicant’s perspective on teaching a diverse student body; approach to student assessment; and teaching evaluations.
4. a minimum of 3 full course outlines in the areas identified above, and examples of new courses they could develop for our joint department. 
5. a sample of written work (sole authored)
6. the names and contact details of three referees.

Please submit this application package as one consolidated PDF.

All materials should be sent to: 

Dr. Wendy Chan, Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology
c/o Ms. Tesia Law, Secretary to the Chair: sachrsec@sfu.ca

Review of complete applications will begin Monday, October 19th, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. 

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The current salary ranges are based on the 2022-2025 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Lecturer rank is $98,340 –114,241 per annum, based on qualifications. 

This is a junior faculty position; only those holding or those eligible to be appointed to the rank will be considered. This position is subject to the availability of funding.

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

We acknowledge the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ ilw̓ ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ íc̓ əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼʷa:n̓ ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and sc̓ əwaθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples, on whose unceded traditional territories Simon Fraser University’s three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.