Adult Education - Assistant Professor

Position Description
The Department of Adult Education invites applications for a probationary, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The start date is as early as July 1, 2026. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

The Department of Adult Education at St. Francis Xavier University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, commencing July 1, 2026.  Considered a leader in adult education, the Department offers a highly recognized and regarded Master of Adult Education and actively contributes to the Faculty’s PhD programming. Our degree pathways attract mid-career professionals working with adults in a broad range of educational contexts. This faculty position will include teaching, research and service, as well as ongoing supervision of graduate adult education students, including both master’s and doctoral. The successful candidate will have a completed, earned doctorate in Adult Education or a related field, experience with adult learners in an educational setting (community, professional, or higher education), teaching experience with both synchronous and asynchronous online learning, and will be able to demonstrate evidence of an emerging or established research program. Expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered an asset: health and adult learning, workplace learning, and/or community development. The Department is seeking candidates who are committed to contributing to StFX’s priorities of equity, diversity, and inclusion. This position is situated in a highly collaborative faculty environment.

Application Instructions
Consideration of applications will commence on December 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests and experiences, and the names of three references to:

Dr. Lace Marie Brogden
Dean of Education
St. Francis Xavier University
PO Box 5000 Antigonish, NS, B2G 2W5
Email to [email protected] 

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [email protected] or 902-867-5038.

About St. Francis Xavier University
Established in 1853, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of today’s undergraduates through providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research opportunities, and global exchanges -- all within Canada’s most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here, the focus is on the academic and the personal development of every student, making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life, determined to make a positive impact on the world. In 2022, Maclean's annual university rankings put StFX #1 in student satisfaction and #2 in reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category. For more, visit www.stfx.ca.

About Antigonish, Nova Scotia
The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres, Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year. For more information visit www.townofantigonish.ca or www.visitantigonish.ca.