Law - Assistant or Associate Professor (International Economic and Trade Law)

The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, is looking to fill a tenure-track position in the Common Law Section for July 1, 2025.

Priority will be given to those with expertise and research interest in international economic and trade law.

The application deadline is March 10, 2025. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Common Law Section
The Common Law Section offers its Juris Doctor (JD) programs in English and French. It also offers master’s and PhD programs jointly with the Civil Law Section. From its location on the unceded territory of Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of our nation’s capital, the Common Law Section, with more than 1,200 JD students and more than 200 graduate students, is resolutely focused on innovation and international outreach, promoting inclusive teaching and research.  

Job title: Assistant or Associate Professor
Skills: Proven research expertise and interest in international economic and trade law   
Work location: Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, University of Ottawa, 57 Louis Pasteur, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Salary and benefits: In accordance with the collective agreement in force. We offer a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. The annual salary for assistant professors starts at  $94,588 (May 1, 2023 salary scale).

The University of Ottawa provides a comprehensive, generous compensation package that includes long-term disability coverage, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, a defined benefits pension plan, optional life insurance and reimbursement of eligible moving expenses. The Faculty of Law also offers reduced teaching loads during the initial period of employment, as well as startup funding for research.

Duties: The duties of the position consist of the following: teaching; active participation in research; a personal commitment to the English Common Law program, the faculty and the University; and thesis and research paper supervision.

Position requirements

• Undergraduate degree in common law or equivalent, together with a PhD in law or a related discipline (or PhD nearing completion) or an LLM. PhD candidates nearing completion of their program must provide a letter from their supervisor confirming that their thesis will be submitted prior to the start of employment. 
• Excellent university record, extensive experience in research and publication, including external research scholarships or eligibility for such scholarships, capacity for excellence in teaching, and participation in academic life and faculty governance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Passive knowledge of Canada’s other official language is compulsory for tenure.

Applications must include the following:

• Cover letter stating level of experience, teaching interests, awards and distinctions.
• Curriculum vitae
• Detailed research agenda
• Description of the applicant’s teaching philosophy and interests, and teaching dossier (if applicable).
• Transcript for each degree obtained
• Names and contact information of three referees (Letters are not requested at this stage.) 

Applications must be submitted online via the University of Ottawa’s academic careers website.

Email any questions concerning the position to the following address: [email protected]. Applicants currently employed in legal education roles elsewhere are encouraged to contact the Dean directly in strict confidentiality at the same address for more information.

The University of Ottawa is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environment for its students, staff and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.

In accordance with government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you are invited to proceed in the selection process,  please notify us of any specific accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at [email protected]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.