Candidates needed for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Public Policy in a Polarized Era
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is recruiting for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Public Policy in a Polarized Era. The Canada Research Chairs Program is the flagship of a national strategy to make Canada a world-leading country in research and development and is committed to addressing Research Chair equity gaps.
The CRC will help advance both policy frameworks and policy training. In turn, by improving the context for evidence-informed policymaking, the CRC will:
- Improve the quality of life in Canada;
- Train graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to become policy leaders equipped to advance evidence-informed policy through innovative public engagement research and practices suitable for a polarized political environment;
- Create new graduate course offerings on policy and polarization available to students in a wide range of disciplines;
- Partner with USask researchers in areas highly affected by polarization;
- Establish international interdisciplinary networks of scholars focused on the issue of evidence-informed policy within a context of polarization; and
- Increase evidence-informed policy tools through JSGS’s strong government connections for use by policymakers.
Application Details
Applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. However, the review of applications will commence in September 2024, and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.
Applications from all outstanding candidates, including international researchers, permanent residents of Canada, and Canadian citizens are encouraged.
Interested and qualified candidates must include the following documents in a single PDF file:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement: This statement (maximum two pages) should describe the candidate’s most significant contributions, current lines of enquiry, and future research directions.
- Teaching Statement: This statement (maximum two pages) should describe the candidate’s teaching philosophy, methods, and experience.
- References: Contact information for three academic references.
Applications must be submitted through the “Apply Now” button (top left of page) here. Here are some tips on applying and instructions on how to apply. As part of the application process, applicants will be asked to complete a voluntary employment equity survey.
To view the entire ad: JSGS Canada Research Chair Ad