Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Land Planning

The University of Northern British Columbia seeks a tenure-track or tenured scholar of planning for an appointment associated with a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Land Planning. The appointment centres on advancing Indigenous resurgence through planning, including land and water stewardship and Indigenous governance.

The position

A tenure-track or tenured appointment at Assistant or Associate Professor rank in the School of Planning and Sustainability, Faculty of Environment, listed as posting FACRC03-26 BW. The faculty position is expected to begin July 1, 2027 and does not depend on the Chair outcome. The Canada Research Chair is anticipated from July 1, 2028.

Remuneration

The stated range is $93,398 to $166,018 under the faculty association's collective agreement, with a further stipend while the Chair is held.

Qualifications

• A PhD in planning or a related field such as First Nations studies, geography, sociology or community development, or completion of all degree requirements by May 1, 2027
• Scholarship advancing Indigenous resurgence through planning, such as land and water stewardship or Indigenous governance and services
• Preferred: community-engaged scholarship, relevance to Northern British Columbia, experiential learning experience, and eligibility for Canadian Institute of Planners membership

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible for Canada Research Chair nomination. Those more than 10 years from their highest degree may be assessed through the Tier 2 justification process. Canadians and permanent residents receive priority, and Indigenous applicants receive preferential consideration under the university's employment equity initiative, though Indigenous identity is not required.

Application procedure

Applications are submitted through the posting and must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, short teaching and research statement, three references, and the Statement of Eligibility to Work in Canada form. A self-identification form is optional.

Application deadline

Applications are accepted until 4:30 p.m. on January 15, 2027. The job board listing ends earlier, on January 3; applicants should confirm against the original posting.

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