Simon Fraser University
The School of Public Policy invites applications for the position of:
Assistant or Associate Professor in Indigenous Public Policy
Full-time, tenure-track faculty appointment
Start Date: July 15, 2026
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed starting on November 5, 2025 and will be accepted until the position has been filled. Preference will be given to applications received by that date.
The School of Public Policy at Simon Fraser University acknowledges the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Tsleil-Waututh (səlilwətaɬ), Katzie (q̓ íc̓ əy̓ ), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ ̓ əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser University's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.
The School of Public Policy at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Indigenous Public Policy with a starting date of July 15, 2026. In accordance with approval from the British Columbia Human Rights Commissioner, and pursuant to Section 42(3) of the B.C. Human Rights Code, this opportunity is open to applicants who identify as Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) with connections to the land we now call Canada. Under Section 1 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, the definition of Indigenous Peoples has the same meaning as Aboriginal Peoples in section 35 of the Canadian constitution.
Candidates are required to complete a self-identification survey as part of their application package by the deadline indicated in this job posting. By completing the survey, you will be supporting academic units’ ability to ensure potential job applicants for this position are Indigenous Peoples and thus are eligible for this position. This is in keeping with the University’s intention to: hire at least 15 Indigenous faculty by 2030, meet our obligations under SFU’s Employment Equity Policy (GP19), identify and remove systemic barriers to recruitment and hiring, and enhance equity, diversity, and inclusion in hiring faculty. The information from the survey is solely for these purposes. It will be used in conjunction with your work experience, work ability, and qualifications to determine your appropriateness for this position. Please note that all information collected through this survey will be used solely for the purposes described and will remain securely stored on servers located in Canada.