Public Policy - Assistant or Associate Professor

The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is recruiting for a full-time tenure-stream position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, starting July 1, 2027. The position will be based at our University of Saskatchewan (USask) campus in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain a highly productive research program, teach courses, supervise graduate students, participate in public engagement and outreach, and participate in administrative activities. The Assistant or Associate Professor will teach across JSGS’ academic programs (Masters and PhD programs and several graduate certificates).

Candidate Qualities
We are looking for a new scholarly colleague with a doctoral degree in political science, public policy, public administration, or a related discipline, and a research track record in an area related to public policy, public administration and/or governance with expertise in the Canadian context. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate promise of excellence in research, teaching and public engagement. 

The ability to contribute to JSGS’s research expertise, methodological diversity, excellence in teaching (both in person and online), and public engagement is expected. Experience in the public sector and/or other applied policy contexts would be assets.

Details
The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenure-track or tenured). The salary range for Assistant Professors is $113,527 to $135,535 per annum, and the salary range for Associate Professors is $135,535 to $157,543 per annum.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package: dental, health, and extended vision care plan, pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are asked to submit the following documents:

• A cover letter;
• A current curriculum vitae;
• A research statement outlining current and future research interests and plans;
• A recent sample of scholarly writing;
• A teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations, if possible;
• The name and contact information of three references. Letters of reference will only be requested for shortlisted candidates.

The application package should be sent as a single PDF file to [email protected]. The subject line should read, “Assistant or Associate Professor – JSGS”. Any questions can also be directed to that email address.

The consideration of applications will begin November 30, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Due to federal immigration requirements, we ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work permanently in Canada, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

About JSGS
The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, a unique joint School with campuses at the Universities of Regina and Saskatchewan, is celebrating its 19th anniversary this year. As an interdisciplinary School with more than 50 research and teaching faculty, staff, managers, and directors, as well as more than 40 affiliates, research assistants and postdoctoral fellows, JSGS provides theoretically grounded, methodologically rigorous, and evidence-informed non-partisan perspectives on public policy issues and practices. We have strengths in Indigenous governance, health policy, social policy and inequality, energy policy, climate policy and the environment, economic policy, food and agriculture policy, and governance and leadership. The School is also home to the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives.

With deep roots in Saskatchewan, JSGS has established relationships with the provincial government, various levels of the Canadian government, as well as Indigenous governments. These connections provide invaluable opportunities for students to gain real-world insights and networking experience.

The School offers six degree programs – Master of Public Administration (MPA, both in-person and online programs), Master of Health Administration (MHA), research-based Master of Public Policy (MPP), PhD in Public Policy, and PhD in Applied Economics, as well as several graduate certificates. The School has more than 700 students and 2,000 alumni from over 80 countries.

About the University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a wide array of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 26,000.

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.