Dean, Faculty of Native Studies Full Time NEW

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The University of Alberta and the Faculty of Native Studies invites applications for the appointment of Dean, Faculty of Native Studies.

Under the leadership of the University’s 14th President and Vice Chancellor, Bill Flanagan, the University of Alberta continues to move forward with purpose as one of the world’s most respected public universities. At its foundation lie talented people – students, faculty, and staff – who with their creativity, ingenuity and drive, join in advancing human knowledge and pursuing scientific inquiry for the benefit of all. We celebrate creativity, a wide range of perspectives and experiences, perseverance, and a spirit of collaboration that enables people to thrive through shared learning and mutual support.

As the first and only stand-alone Faculty of Native/Indigenous Studies in North America, the Faculty of Native Studies is a warm, friendly and safe space that nurtures a family-like environment of student-led learning. Our diverse team of faculty and staff are world leaders in the exciting and multi-dimensional discipline of Indigenous studies.

The Faculty of Native Studies Is:

• Student Centred
Ours is a mission that goes beyond the classroom. Our faculty, staff, and students are motivated to produce lasting change in the world, and to empower students as the next generation of leaders. At the heart of the Faculty are our students, whose energy, drive and success are the force behind all we do.

• Research Focused
We are a centre of research excellence, using our scholarship to challenge convention, support communities, and realize a better future. We have a history of scholarly excellence, and with a growing Faculty, we are constantly expanding our reach and scope, bringing exciting new projects to life.

• Community Engaged
For almost 40 years , the Faculty of Native Studies has thrived on the real relationships we’ve built with our faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners. From this solid foundation we have emerged as a leader in Indigenous studies, and it is from these relationships that we look to our future. The Faculty of Native Studies is not just an academic unit, but also a community, a family, a place of refuge, and a site of intellectual revitalization.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President (Academic), the Dean of the Faculty of Native Studies is responsible for the leadership and administration of all aspects of the operations, including budget and fund development. In addition to the role of senior officer of the Faculty and a member of the Deans’ Council, the Dean is a senior administrator of the University. The Dean fosters an environment in which world-leading research and excellence in teaching and engaged scholarship flourish.

As the face of the Faculty, the Dean is a champion of curricular initiatives, research, and scholarship, professional training, global outreach, and recruitment of high quality faculty and student talent. The Dean cultivates an environment in which students, faculty and staff thrive.

Qualifications
As Dean, you will have at a minimum, a Doctorate or equivalent in Indigenous/Native Studies or a related field and qualifications commensurate with an appointment with tenure at the rank of Professor. In addition, you are a distinguished scholar who has maintained an active program of scholarly enquiry while holding a senior-level administrative position within an academic environment. You demonstrate leadership experience with an emphasis on collegiality, collaboration and openness with demonstrated ability to act decisively and to foster strong relations and a culture of cooperation and respect among teams, staff, and students.

There is a preference for applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit to fill this role. Those who wish to identify as having Indigenous citizenship or membership please include this information in the cover letter. Candidates who do share this information and who are invited for an interview will be asked to contribute documents for verification / affirmation of their Indigenous citizenship or membership.

The Selection Committee will begin reviewing application packages on March 20, 2026.

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit. This position is a full-time position with an initial appointment for a five-year term, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary commensurate with experience. The salary range is $256,386 to $375,500 per annum.

About Us
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

You can also view this ad and apply through the University of Alberta Careers website here.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms – physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l’université à postuler.

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