University of Victoria

Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences

The University of Victoria (www.uvic.ca) is consistently ranked as one of Canada’s leading research universities demonstrating an extraordinary depth of excellence across a wide array of academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. The University has earned a reputation for its commitment to research, scholarship and experiential learning and is widely recognized for its innovative and responsive programs, interdisciplinary and international initiatives, a broad based co-op program and a diverse and welcoming learning community. With over 20,000 students and nearly 5,000 faculty and staff, the University of Victoria has established an exceedingly collegial leadership culture with a tangible esprit de corps across campus. 

One of the largest Faculties at the University, the Faculty of Social Sciences is a dynamic and multi-faceted community of people. More than 140 regular faculty members, over 200 additional adjunct, emeritus and sessional faculty, and approximately 30 support employees serve approximately 400 graduate and 5,000 undergraduate students. The Faculty offers undergraduate, masters and doctoral degrees in seven different disciplines; Anthropology, Economics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology.  

Reporting to the Vice-President Academic and Provost, the new Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences will be a distinguished academic with a passion for excellence in research and teaching. Candidates will possess a doctoral degree and will have a demonstrated record of achievement in academic administration, communication, collaborative leadership and a willingness to engage in robust fundraising and external relations.

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to play a leadership role in one of Canada’s most innovative universities.

The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.