"Lecturer or Assistant Professor in Feminist and Gender Studies (two-year term)"

The Feminist and Gender Studies Program at Mount Allison University invites applications for a full-time, two-year term position. The position will be at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval.

Candidates should have a PhD in Gender and/or Sexuality Studies or a closely related field. Applicants should also demonstrate experience and commitment to undergraduate teaching and an active research profile. The successful applicant will teach 5 courses in each year of the appointment, at all levels of the undergraduate program, including introductory level courses. There will be the opportunity to develop and teach courses in your specific area of interest. Specific courses will be determined based on the needs of the program and the expertise of the successful applicant.

The successful applicant will be joining a small and active program with opportunities to organize events, share research, and receive mentorship and support. The program is particularly interested in applicants with expertise in anti-racist, anti-colonial, Black, and Indigenous feminisms.

Applicants should submit:

1. A letter of application
2. A curriculum vitae
3. One sample syllabus for an introductory course in feminist & gender studies
4. A brief (not more than 1 page) statement of research interests or creative practice
5. Names and contact information for 3 academic references

Applications should be sent in a single PDF via email to:

Brittany Jones
Administrative Assistant, Feminist and Gender Studies
bjones@mta.ca

Please direct any questions or requests for further information to:

Dr. Krista Johnston
Program Director, Feminist & Gender Studies
krjohnston@mta.ca

The review of applications will begin February 28 and continue until the position is filled.

At Mount Allison, we are committed to ensuring your interview experience is as comfortable and accessible as possible. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the interview process, please do not hesitate to inform us. Your needs are important to us, and our dedicated team is here to support you. Please contact People and Culture at hr@mta.ca if you have any questions.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.