History - Assistant Professor and Ruby Heap Professorship in Women’s History

The Department of History at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a position in women’s history. This tenure-track appointment will be made at the assistant professor level, beginning July 1, 2026. The candidate selected will also be considered for appointment to the Ruby Heap Professorship in Women’s History; for details on the Ruby Heap Professorship, please see below.

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s capital.

Title of the Position: Assistant Professor. Appointment at a higher rank is subject to budgetary approval.

Duties: Responsibilities include, in varying proportions: a) active research and knowledge mobilization program; b) teaching; c) recruitment and supervision of graduate students; d) service to the community.

• Maintain and develop a research program in women’s history.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in women’s history in both French and English.
• Recruit and train graduate students.
• Work collaboratively in research and service.
• Participate in administrative activities of the department.

Terms: New tenure-track position.

Salary: Salary scale for an assistant professor rank starts at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).

Benefits Package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.

Location of Work: Department of History, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.

Contact Information (inquiries and questions):

Dr. Eric Allina, Director, Department of History
University of Ottawa
55 Laurier Avenue East
Ottawa ON, K1N 6N5
E-mail: [email protected]

Required Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a scholar in Women’s History, with the following:

1. Be within the first seven years of their initial academic appointment.
2. Possess a doctorate (Ph.D.) by July 1, 2026 in History or a related discipline.
3. A demonstrated track record of research excellence, including peer-reviewed publications, in women’s history.
4. Excellent communication skills in either English or French. English-French bilingualism is an asset. Active knowledge of Canada’s two official languages (French and English) is a requirement for tenure.
5. Evidence of excellence in the teaching of history or of a related discipline.
6. Experience attracting and supervising graduate students is an asset.

Ruby Heap Professorship in Women’s History:
The position is open with respect to the field of women’s history – candidates with expertise in any period, thematic focus, and geographic region may apply. The successful candidate will be considered for appointment to the Ruby Heap Professorship in Women’s History. During her 30-year career at the University of Ottawa, Dr. Ruby Heap built a reputation as a distinguished Canadian historian and academic specializing in the history of women in higher education and the professions, with a particular focus on the history of women in engineering and science.

The holder of the Professorship is expected to demonstrate commitment to innovative, ground-breaking research and to promote the role and contributions of women throughout history via publications, lectures, and the media.

This endowed professorship is for an initial appointment of five years, with possibility of renewal. The Professorship comes with an annual research fund of $25,000. Beginning in 2031, additional funds of up to $70,000 annually will be available to support research activities of graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. The Professorship is intended to support an exceptional young scholar for whom women’s history is their primary research focus.

Application Deadline: Applications received by October 27, 2025, will receive full consideration but the position will remain open until filled.

More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Complete application must be submitted via the University of Ottawa Academic Careers application portal.

Please submit the following application materials as a single PDF document: cover letter, curriculum vitae, two recent peer reviewed publications, statement of research interests, and an example of a course syllabus.

Following an initial review of applications, selected candidates will be invited to present their research to professors and students and asked to have three confidential letters of reference submitted directly by the referees.

The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants 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 accommodations that you require by emailing 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 175-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.