Assistant Professor in Public Policy

Candidates must demonstrate expertise, as well as a strong research and publication record, in Public Policy (open area of specialization).

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s capital.

The Faculty of Social Sciences comprises nine departments, schools and institutes, which offer undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs in both English and French. With its 10,000 students, 260 full-time professors, and a wide array of programs and research centres, the Faculty of Social Sciences plays a key role at the heart of the University of Ottawa. Its graduate students are trained by excellent researchers and undertake cutting-edge research in the Faculty’s Master’s and Ph.D. programs.

DUTIES

• Research activities and publication
• Teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Public Administration Programs
• Supervision of graduate students
• Commitment to participating in the educational and administrative activities of the University
• Performing any other activity provided for in the Collective Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Public Policy or a related field
• Ability to teach in Public Policy at the time of appointment
• Ability to teach in both English and French at the time of appointment
• Quality of teaching record
• Quality of publication and research record

BILINGUALISM As a bilingual institution, the University of Ottawa requires all professors in the Faculty of Social Sciences to demonstrate active bilingualism in English and French before being granted tenure. The working language of the School of Political Studies is French.

The University offers faculty members and their spouses/partners the opportunity to take courses to improve their proficiency in their second language

TERMS: New tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor

SALARY: Salary scale for an Assistant Professor starts at $ 99,377 (as of May 1, 2025)

STARTING DATE: July 1, 2027

BENEFITS PACKAGE: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.

LOCATION OF WORK: The School of Political Studies, University of Ottawa, 120 University, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6N5

CONTACT PERSON

Marie-Josée Massicotte
Director, School of Political Studies
Faculty of Social Sciences
politi@uottawa.ca.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 1, 2026. The review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026, and will continue until the position has been successfully filled.

Candidates interested in applying must submit a complete application package including the following:

• A curriculum vitae;
• A letter outlining their teaching and research experience and interests;
• An indication of their proficiency in English and French;
• Samples of their major publications and teaching evaluations.

In addition, three (3) confidential letters of reference must be sent directly to: Marie-Josée Massicotte, Director, School of Political Studies, University of Ottawa politi@uottawa.ca

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The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minority members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.

In accordance with government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by emailing the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at vra.affairesprofessorales@uOttawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 175-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.