The University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, is looking to fill a tenure-track position in the French Common Law program for July 1, 2024.
Applications are being accepted for the position of assistant professor.
We have requirements in Canadian public and private law. However, priority will be given to persons with research expertise and interest in private law, particularly property law, contract law and commercial law.
The application deadline is November 15, 2023.The selection process will begin after the deadline and will continue until the position is filled. 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 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 Professor
Skills: Proven experience in public or private law, particularly property law, contract law and commercial law.
Conditions: The position to be filled is in the French Common Law program.
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 ranges from $89,622 to $123,951 (May 1, 2023).
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 French Common Law program, the faculty and the University; and thesis and research paper supervision.
Position requirements
- Undergraduate degree in Canadian common law, 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 French. Passive knowledge of Canada’s other official language (compulsory).
Applications must include the following:
- Cover letter stating level of experience, teaching interests, awards and distinctions, and commitment to access to justice in French and the mission of the French Common Law program
- Curriculum vitae
- Detailed research agenda
- Description of the applicant’s teaching philosophy and interests
- 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 professors. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous persons, racialized persons (visible minorities), persons with disabilities and women, as well as from qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with communities built on equity, diversity and inclusion. Canadian citizens who belong to at least one of these groups are encouraged to fill out the confidential self-identification questionnaire when they submit their application.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply. However, preference will be given to Canadians citizens and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please state if you are legally entitled to work in Canada. If you are contacted for an interview, please notify us of any specific accommodations you may require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at [email protected]. All information received will be treated in the strictest confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its over 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.