Associate Professor or Professor in African Arts, Media and Cultural Studies

The University of Toronto seeks a senior scholar of African arts, media or cultural studies in a joint appointment between Comparative Literature and African Studies. The tenure-stream appointment is expected to begin July 1, 2027.

The position

A full-time, tenure-stream appointment at Associate or Full Professor rank, held jointly by the Centre for Comparative Literature (51%) and the African Studies Centre (49%), with an anticipated start of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate may be named New College Professor in African Studies for a renewable three-year term.

Qualifications

• A PhD in African studies, comparative literature or a related field
• An Africanist focus, with lived experience on the African continent
• Research that engages multiple linguistic traditions in the regions studied
• Expertise in African arts, media or cultural studies, covering historical and contemporary forms; Western, Central and Southern Africa are especially welcome
• An established international reputation, with high-impact publications and conference presentations
• Demonstrated teaching excellence

Remuneration

The stated salary exceeds $200,000 per annum, based on qualifications and experience.

Application procedure

Applications are submitted through the University of Toronto careers site and must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, one recent publication, a teaching dossier, and contact details for three references. Canadians and permanent residents are given preference.

Application deadline

Application materials must be received by January 18, 2027.

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