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Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Social Demography

Assistant Professor

Position in Faculty of Arts (Department of Sociology)

Position Description

The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position, commencing August 1, 2024. Exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered at the Associate level.

We are looking to expand our strength in social demography. Within social demography, all research foci are of interest. We seek applicants with strong quantitative skills as demonstrated by a record of applying cutting-edge statistical methods to important questions in social demography.

It is expected that the successful candidate will teach demographic methods at the graduate level, mentor graduate students in the Population Dynamics option, and play an active role in the Centre on Population Dynamics. The candidate may also be asked to teach undergraduate statistics.

For more information about our Department, visit our website at www.mcgill.ca/sociology.

Job Duties

Research

Teaching

Service

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Experience in teaching as lecturer or teaching assistant is beneficial.
• A strong emerging record of publications and independent program of research;
• PhD in sociology, demography, or in a related field (includes those who expect to receive their PhD by the start of the position);

The language of instruction at McGill is English; however, a working knowledge of French is an asset for complete integration into Quebec society.

JOB DETAILS

Job Type

Tenure-track

Rank

Assistant Professor. Exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered at the Associate level.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline

September 18, 2022

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be submitted online to McGill's employment portal, Workday. This system is easiest to navigate if all required documents are combined into 1 single pdf.

The Following Supporting Documents Are Required

• Curriculum vitae
• One writing sample
• A cover letter

Candidates selected for the long list will be contacted at a later date to add the names and contact information for three referees.

For more information on the Department, visit our website at www.mcgill.ca/sociology. If you have questions about the application process or any issues navigating the application portal please contact us at [email protected] .

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.