Canada Research Chair Tier II in Indigenous Journalism and Pedagogy

The Department of Journalism in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Concordia University invites applications for a Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier II in Indigenous Journalism and Pedagogy. This is a research-intensive, tenure-track faculty position, and the successful candidate will work closely with the Institute for Inclusive, Investigative and Innovative Journalism (I3J) and demonstrate outstanding research leadership in Indigenous journalism, including best practices in developing pedagogy in Indigenous journalism. Research interests include but are not limited to: Indigenous journalism, Indigenous research methodologies, pedagogy and experiential learning in Indigenous journalism, and pedagogical approaches that respond to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Call to Action 86.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate strong potential for impactful research in Indigenous journalism and pedagogy. Qualified candidates will possess strong professional journalism credentials, with demonstrated expertise across a range of digital journalism platforms and tools. The candidate will be expected to develop and teach a range of graduate and undergraduate courses classes in their areas of specialization, including Indigenous journalism. They will provide evidence of an evolving research program in Indigenous journalism and pedagogy, demonstrate the potential for emerging leadership in these fields, and contribute actively to the academic and administrative life of the Department.  

NB:  This position is open only to current tenure-track and tenured faculty members at Concordia University who are within 10 years of their highest degree. 

Candidates eligible for Tier II chair positions must be excellent emerging scholars within 10 years of their highest degree at the time of nomination (exclusive of career interruptions).  Potential Tier II candidates who are more than 10 years from their highest degree should take note that certain career interruptions may still make them eligible for nomination. Potential candidates are encouraged to submit a formal justification by means of the Tier II Justification Assessment Form, which will be considered in the review of applications.  Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria and acceptable justifications to the extension of the eligibility term. 

Notwithstanding the above, and irrespective of their submission of a formal justification, candidates are encouraged to share any career interruptions or personal circumstances that may have had an impact on their career goals (such as the decision to have a family, eldercare, illness, and so forth) in their letter of application. These will be carefully considered in the assessment process. The Department values diversity among its faculty and strongly encourages applications from those who will contribute to that profile. Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic functions of the university, proficiency in English is required. Working knowledge of French, including reading and grading student work in French, is an asset. 

Please note that this position is open only to current faculty members of Concordia University meeting certain criteria, as detailed above. All eligible and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applicants must include one of the following statements:  

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada  

or  

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada 

Applications should be submitted by December 15, 2025 and addressed to: Dr. Andrea Hunter, Chair of the Department of Journalism and must include a cover letter clearly identifying the title and position code, a detailed curriculum vitae, a 5-page description of their planned research program, a 1-page summary of their most significant research contributions to date, a teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness,  and contact information for three referees. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The appointment is expected to commence on August 1, 2026. 

Concordia University is strongly committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community, and recognizes the importance of inclusion in achieving excellence in teaching and research. As part of this commitment to providing our students with the dynamic, innovative, and inclusive educational environment of a Next‐Generation University, we require all applicants to articulate in their cover letter how their background, as well as lived and professional experiences and expertise have prepared them to teach in ways that are relevant for a diverse, multicultural contemporary Canadian society.  

Possible examples to demonstrate a diverse experience may include, but are not limited to:  

• teaching about underrepresented populations  

• mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds  

• committee work  

• offering or organizing educational programming  

• participation in training and workshops  

All applicants will receive an email invitation to complete a short equity survey. Participation in the survey is voluntary and no identifying information about candidates will be shared with hiring committees. Candidates who wish to self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group to the hiring committee may do so in their cover letter or by writing directly to the contact person indicated in this posting.

Applicants who anticipate requiring adaptive measures throughout any stage of the recruitment process may contact, in confidence, Dr. Mark Villacorta, Senior Equity Advisor: equity@concordia.ca or by phone at 514-848-2424 extension 4875.