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Faculty of Education, UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA

Department of Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. We invite you to watch our Welcome to the Territory video to learn more. 

The Department of Educational Psychology and Leadership Studies (EPLS) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor position to begin July 1, 2026, or as negotiated. With this pivotal role in our teaching program, we are committed to deepening our connections within local and domestic contexts through educational initiatives that are responsive to and rooted in community priorities. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to one of the most dynamic shifts currently underway in EPLS: expanding access to postsecondary education through flexible, community-responsive programming. We are seeking a colleague who shares our commitment to reimagining undergraduate education—someone eager to help grow our Minor in Applications of Psychology and Leadership into a major, revitalize our contributions to teacher education, and lead the development of micro-credentials that open new  pathways into postsecondary learning. This is a teaching-stream appointment with opportunities for scholarly activity, curriculum innovation, and leadership in a time of rapid change and renewal in postsecondary education. EPLS is renowned for its innovative on-campus and community-based initiatives, embracing diverse methodological approaches to broaden the reach and influence of our educational offerings. We are committed to transformative practices that push the boundaries of traditional disciplinary frameworks, aiming to integrate new knowledges and approaches that respond to the pressing societal needs of our time.

EPLS makes substantial contributions to graduate education in the Faculty of Education and plays a pivotal role in undergraduate pathways across the university, including in Teacher Education. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse faculty and varied perspectives and experiences in our teaching and research environment. We look forward to welcoming a new colleague to join us in boldly reimagining the edge of what’s next for leadership, education, and learning.

Salary Range The candidate's qualifications, experience and overall market demand will determine a candidate’s final salary offer. The salary for this position includes a competitive salary range of $105,000 - $125,000. UVic is committed to offering an equitable and competitive salary, inclusive of a generous benefits package, eligible leaves and pension plan.

In accordance with the University’s Equity Plan and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference will be given to applicants from the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and racialized people or people of colour. Candidates from one or more of these groups who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify in their cover letter.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; if you are neither a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, please indicate if you are authorized to work in Canada, and be prepared to provide a copy of your permit authorizing same.

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