King's University College - University of Western Ontario, Childhood and Youth Studies

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor – Childhood, Law, and Policy

King’s University College at Western University of London, Ontario, situated on the traditional territories of the Anishnaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lūnaapéewak, and Chonnonton peoples, invites applications for a probationary tenure-track Appointment in Childhood and Youth Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2023, subject to budgetary approval.

We are seeking a scholar with expertise in law, critical legal studies, and/or policy analysis to join our interdisciplinary Department of Childhood and Youth Studies. Candidates should have a PhD, or be near completion. We encourage applications from those trained in any discipline or field, but those with a specialization in North American youth justice, family law, child protection, or education law will be favoured.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, the names and contact details of three academics willing to provide a reference, a teaching portfolio (including teaching evaluations) and select publications, to cys.chair@kings.uwo.ca. The application should be addressed to Dr. Patrick J. Ryan, Chair, Department of Childhood and Youth Studies and submitted by February 19, 2023.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone to arrange an interview.

Tags: childhood and youth studies, law, public policy, youth justice, child protection, family law.

The College is committed to advancing the Catholic intellectual tradition and welcomes faculty, staff and students from all faiths and backgrounds. King’s University College is committed to Employment Equity and welcomes applications from qualified individuals, including persons of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and racialized people.

King’s University College is committed to recognizing the dignity and independence of all and seeks to ensure that persons with disabilities have genuine, open and unhindered access to the College’s employment opportunities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at HR@kings.uwo.ca or 519-433-3491 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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