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<b>Job title:</b> Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Indigenous Health, History &#038; Healing<br />
<br /><b>Company:</b> York University</p>
<p><b>Job description</b>: The School of Nursing in the Faculty of Health at York University invites highly qualified applicants for<br />
 a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor position in<br />
 Indigenous Health, History &; Healing. This is a tenure-track appointment to the Professorial Stream,<br />
 to commence July 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.</p>
<p> The Canada Research Chair program seeks to attract outstanding researchers for careers at Canadian<br />
 universities. Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., within 10 years of<br />
 attaining their highest degree at the time of nomination, with consideration for career breaks) who<br />
 have the acknowledged potential to lead their field of research. Appointment to a Tier 2 Chair is for<br />
 five years, is renewable once, and comes with enhanced research support from the program.<br />
 Applicants who are more than 10 years from their highest degree (and where career breaks exist,<br />
 including maternity leave, extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.) may have their eligibility for a<br />
 Tier 2 Canada Research Chair assessed through the progra ase see<br />
 for further eligibility details.</p>
<p> York acknowledges the potential impact of various life circumstances (e.g., illness, disability,<br />
 caregiving, family commitments) on a candidate&#8217;s record of research and other achievements.<br />
 Candidates are encouraged to describe such circumstances and their impact in their application. This<br />
 information will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process.</p>
<p> Recognizing the underrepresentation of Indigenous women and Indigenous gender minorities among<br />
 CRCs, this position is open only to qualified researchers who indicate on the Affirmative Action self-<br />
 identification form (see below) that they identify as both Indigenous Peoples of Canada (i.e., First<br />
 Nations, Inuit, Métis, or registered to a US tribe whose homelands straddle the colonial Canada/US<br />
 border) and as women or gender non-conforming (e.g., genderfluid, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, trans man,<br />
 trans woman). The appointment is part of the University&#8217;s Affirmative Action program, which is based<br />
 on the special program provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code.</p>
<p> York University is committed to providing an inviting, rich and supportive work, study and research<br />
 environment to Indigenous students, staff and faculty members. This includes: cultivating<br />
 understanding of, respect for and connections with Indigenous communities; integrating Indigenous<br />
 cultures, approaches and perspectives into curricular offerings and research; collaborating with<br />
 Indigenous communities; and supporting the recruitment and success of Indigenous students, staff<br />
 and faculty members. These efforts are guided by the Associate Vice-President Indigenous Initiatives,<br />
 the Indigenous Council, and the and include and<br />
 for Indigenous faculty, staff, and students.</p>
<p> Candidate Qualifications1: </p>
<ul>
<li>Degree: PhD (or PhD near completion) or other doctoral degree in a health-related field and is</li>
</ul>
<p> focused on Indigenous health, healing and/or health related perspectives, epistemologies, and/or<br />
 practice(s). </p>
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<li>Scholarship:</li>
</ul>
<p> o A coherent and well-articulated program of research and specialization in Indigenous<br />
 epistemologies and/or the health and wellness of Indigenous Peoples and communities.<br />
 o Demonstrated commitment to policy engagement through the co-creation of research and the<br />
 development and/or use of culturally responsive health and wellness-impacting technologies,<br />
 practices, or governance. This may include scholarship on wellness for Indigenous Peoples,<br />
 addressing holistic (mental, physical, emotional, spiritual) and interconnected (with the natural<br />
 and spirit worlds, past/future generations) approaches.<br />
 o A demonstrated leadership ability, or the potential as such, in supporting community<br />
 engagement activities with First Nations, Métis, Inuit and urban Indigenous communities.<br />
 o A record or evident promise of generating innovative, substantive, rigorous, and as appropriate,<br />
 externally funded research and/or research creation (research or arts councils, Indigenous<br />
 community funding, foundations). For appointment as Associate Professor, a record of external<br />
 grants is required.<br />
 o A record or evident promise of making influential contributions and demonstrating excellence in<br />
 the field by the contribution to or establishment of community-based research and<br />
 programming, ongoing health and wellness related activities, creation of digital apps/works,<br />
 publications in peer-reviewed journals, non-peer reviewed reports, works of art, knowledge<br />
 mobilization with/for communities, presentations at conferences and workshops, and influence<br />
 on Indigenous health and wellness policies and programs. </p>
<ul>
<li>Teaching:</li>
</ul>
<p> o A record or evident promise of excellence in teaching and dedication to students.<br />
 o Supervisory accomplishments and pedagogical innovations, including curricular development,<br />
 teaching evaluations, and supervision of research students.<br />
 o Suitability for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies, given that the position will<br />
 involve graduate teaching and supervision. For appointment as Associate Professor, a record of<br />
 graduate student supervision, as well as undergraduate teaching experience, is required.</p>
<p> Hiring Policies </p>
<ul>
<li>Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.</li>
<li>All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.</li>
<li>York is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and</li>
</ul>
<p> sexual diversity, in its community. Details of the AA Program, which applies to women,<br />
 members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and those who<br />
 identify as 2SLGBTQ+, can be fo or by contacting Christal Chapman, EDI Program<br />
 Manag 416-736-5713). </p>
<ul>
<li>York welcomes and employs scholars from all over the world. All qualified candidates are</li>
</ul>
<p> encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous<br />
 peoples of Canada will be given priority.</p>
<p> Determined by the hiring unit and York University, not the CRC program.</p>
<ul>
<li>York has a pol and is</li>
</ul>
<p> committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and expanding the accessibility of the<br />
 workplace to persons with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation are invited to<br />
 contact Dr. Claire Mallette, Director, School of Nursing</p>
<p><b>Application Process</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Due date for completed applications: January 15, 2024.</li>
<li>Required materials: 1) cover Letter; 2) current CV; 3) research statement; 4) teaching dossier</li>
</ul>
<p> that includes a teaching statement, course outlines from previously taught courses, and<br />
 teaching evaluations; 5) the names and contact information for three referees willing to<br />
 provide a confidential letter of reference. Reference letters will only be requested for<br />
 shortlisted candidates. Referees should be able to provide informed letters of reference and be<br />
 advised to address the candidate&#8217;s qualifications and teaching experience in relation to the<br /><b>position.</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Provide the required information regarding your Canadian work status and self-identification</li>
</ul>
<p> for Affirmative Action purposes as part of the online application. </p>
<ul>
<li>All questions regarding this position should be directed to Search Committee Chair, Dr. Simon</li>
</ul>
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<p> York University acknowledges its presence on the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations. The area known as Tkaronto has been care taken<br />
 by the Anishinabek Nation, the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, and the Huron-Wendat. It is now home to many First Nation, Inuit and Métis<br />
 communities. We acknowledge the current treaty holders, the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. This territory is subject of the Dish with One<br />
 Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, an agreement to peaceably share and care for the Great Lakes region.<br />
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<br /><b>Location</b>: Canada<br />
<br /><b>Job date</b>: Fri, 10 Nov 2023 23:31:49 GMT</p>
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