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Applications are being accepted for a tenure-track position in Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology at the Assistant Professor rank, effective July 1, 2022.
St. Thomas More College invites applications for a tenure-track academic position in the field of Classical and or Near Eastern Archaeology (Levantine, Mesopotamia, and/or Egypt) at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of History, which houses Archaeology. The ideal candidate will have: a completed Ph.D. in Classical and /or Near Eastern Archaeology or a related discipline; experience with field work in the Mediterranean and /or Middle East; experience and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching at the university level; and an active research program. The successful candidate will be expected to engage with colleagues in Classical, Medieval and Renaissance Studies (CMRS), the Museum of Antiquities (artsandscience.usask.ca/antiquities/), and the corresponding department of Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Saskatchewan to support student success. Interest or experience with Indigenous archaeology and/or research that makes use of the Canadian Light Source (lightsource.ca) will be an asset.
THOMAS MORE COLLEGE (STM) is the Catholic liberal arts college federated with the University of Saskatchewan. In our mission statement, we affirm that “through our teaching we are devoted to a partnership of learning and growth with our students which addresses the synthesis of faith and reason in all aspects of the human condition. The creative discovery of truth and its open dissemination nourishes our life as teachers and members of the wider academic and Catholic intellectual community.” Departments at STM collaborate with University of Saskatchewan departments in offering undergraduate and graduate programs in the humanities and social sciences.
STM is located on the beautiful University of Saskatchewan campus, close to the new Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre (an Indigenous multipurpose facility and gathering place for members of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal campus communities). The University of Saskatchewan is located on Treaty 6 territory and homeland of the Métis and is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Teaching & Research Expectations: STM is committed to high-quality teaching and research. Successful candidates will be expected to make significant contributions to the teaching and (where appropriate) research missions of the College, to contribute to one or more of STM’s inter-disciplinary programs (Catholic Studies; Critical Perspectives on Social Justice and the Common Good; Classical, Medieval and Renaissance Studies; Jewish and Christian Origins; Ukrainian Studies) according to his/her interest or requirements of the position, and to forge productive links with the corresponding University of Saskatchewan Department of Archaeology and Anthropology. Candidates will be expected to develop an active, externally funded program of research, and to participate in collaborative research in an interdisciplinary environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in teaching and graduate supervision.
Salary Band (July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022)
Assistant professor: $98,178 (floor) to $117,978 (CDI ceiling)
Benefits: This position includes a comprehensive benefits package that includes a dental, extended health and vision care plan, pension plan, group life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), salary continuance, sick leave, travel insurance, employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and health and wellness spending program.
Review of Applications: Review of applications will begin on 30 September 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit an electronic dossier including: 1) a letter describing qualifications and research interests; 2) a current curriculum vitae; all stated contact information on the CV (including the email address, phone number and home address at which applicants can be reached) must be current to enable contacting applicants if necessary; 3) a written response to the STM Mission Statement (see template); 4) transcripts; 5) three letters of reference; 6) evidence of teaching excellence and 7) a sample of academic writing, to: Dr. Sharon Wright, Department Head, Department of History, St Thomas More College, 1437 College Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W6, (306) 966-8900.
Email: stmarchsearch2021@stmcollege.ca
Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed in the first instance to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. STM is committed to diversity within its faculty. Women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, visible minorities and members of other designated groups are encouraged to self-identify on their application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Additional information on STM College and the University of Saskatchewan is available on the STM website (http://www.stmcollege.ca/)
While we appreciate all interest in these positions, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This appointment is subject to the availability of funds.
