The Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa invites applications for one English-language replacement professor position, at the rank of Assistant Professor. Area of teaching and research: second language education.
The Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa is located on the ancestral territories of the Algonquin people, in the heart of the nation's capital. With more than fifty professors, it offers an exceptional intellectual environment for its students, researchers and professors. Open to the world, the Faculty is committed to providing students with a rich and stimulating experience and to promoting excellence in research.
This recruitment reflects the current Faculty of Education's strategic plan, which emphasizes social and ecological justice, well-being, and excellence and innovation in teaching and research.
Overall duties: The overall duties of the position include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities demonstrated through research, literary or artistic creation, or professional activities; and c) activities related to service to the university community.
The specific duties for this position are associated with directing the Professional Development Program (PDP), and the coordination of the Teacher training in technology education (Edutek). Collaboration with the Francophone and Anglophone sectors of the Faculty is an important dimension of the position.
Term: New replacement position for a 2-year contract, from January 1st, 2027, to June 30th, 2028.
Salary: The salary scale for an Assistant Professor begins at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).
Benefits: The University of Ottawa provides a comprehensive benefits package including long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, supplementary health insurance, the University of Ottawa pension plan, and optional life insurance.
Location of work: Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa, Lamoureux Hall, 145 Jean-Jacques-Lussier Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5.
Contact information: Dr. Mirela Moldoveanu, Ph.D., Vice-Dean, Undergraduate Programs, Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa, Email: vdgouv@uOttawa.ca. Telephone: 613-562-5800, ext. 4062.
Requirements:
- Education: Ph.D. in Education or equivalent in a field related to the position
- Work experience: Excellent program management skills. Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in an interdisciplinary collaborative context. Candidates must also demonstrate the skills and openness needed to deliver courses in hybrid and online formats. Teaching and research experience in second language didactics. Assets: skills in entrepreneurship, pedagogical innovation, and partnership development. Passive knowledge of English is essential. Full French-English bilingualism is considered essential.
Applications should include:
- an up-to-date curriculum vitae,
- a cover letter outlining your achievements in program management as well as your teaching and research interests,
- a sample of scholarly work,
- the names and contact information of three referees,
- and a transcript for each university degree received.
Your application should be addressed to:
Mirela Moldoveanu, Ph.D.
Vice-Dean, Undergraduate programs
Faculty of Education
University of Ottawa
vdgouv@uOttawa.ca
Telephone: 613-562-5800, ext. 4062
The selection process will begin on November 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers portal.
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 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.