Three-year Limited Term Appointment – Disability Studies

King’s University College at Western University, situated on the traditional territories of the Anishnaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lūnaapéewak, and Chonnonton peoples, invites applications for a three-year Limited Term Appointment in Disability Studies, effective July 1, 2025, subject to budgetary approval.

King’s University College is affiliated with Western University, a large, world-class university. King’s students enjoy learning in smaller classes led by outstanding faculty on a small, beautiful campus while enjoying the experiences of being part of a comprehensive university. As a Catholic liberal arts university college, King’s emphasizes the value of each individual and the importance of social justice. Faculty, employees and students from all faiths and backgrounds are welcome. Respect for the human person is behind our commitment to diversity, accessibility, social justice and to building the common good. King’s is home to approximately 3500 full- and part-time students from across Canada as well as 35 other countries.

King’s University College is situated in London, Ontario. With a diverse population of over 530,000 people, London is currently the 11th largest city in Canada and offers its residents and visitors big-city appeal mixed with small-town charm. To learn more about London, please visit https://www.ledc.com.

Disability Studies at King’s is rooted in core principles including: inquiry-based learning, theoretical plurality, and a constructive orientation using cases and experiential education. To learn more about our program, its mission, vision, and pedagogical principles, please visit https://www.kings.uwo.ca/academics/disability-studies/

The successful candidate will:

•       Possess or be close to completion of a Ph. D. or Postdoctoral position that engaged explicitly with the academic field of Disability Studies
•       Teach at all levels from our existing course offerings, including introductory (DS1010: Exploring Disability, DS2201: Rethinking Disability)       and other required courses (DS3311: Changing Contexts and Practices, DS3312: Diverse DS Perspectives). 
•       Contribute to college and department services, including participating in student and college-wide events
•       Engage in scholarly and professional activities

A commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching is expected.  Demonstrated evidence of high-quality teaching at the university level in classroom, community and/or virtual environments, experiential learning, curating and/or producing digital learning resources and assessments using a range of tools and technologies from course design through to delivery will be an asset.

Salary shall be in accordance with the King’s University College Faculty Association (KUCFA) Collective Agreement.  Details of the current collective agreement can be accessed here.

Applications should include the following, packaged into a single PDF.

1.      Covering letter that explains how the candidate’s qualifications align with the job description and the department, as well as how they will contribute to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization;

2.      Curriculum vitae;

3.      A short teaching portfolio with evidence of effective and innovative teaching, teaching evaluations, teaching interests and suitability to teach existing introductory (DS1010, DS2201) and required (DS3311, DS3312) courses;

4.      Short statements of research interests and accomplishments;

5.      The names and contact details of three academic referees (we will request letters for only those candidates who are considered for the interview stage)

Applicants must have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.

These materials should be submitted electronically at your convenience. The Department of Disability Studies will begin reviewing applications on February 18^th, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

For any questions regarding the position please contact:

Dr. Jeff Preston

Chair, Disability Studies

King’s University College

jeff.preston@uwo.ca   

We thank all applicants, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.

The College is committed to advancing the Catholic intellectual tradition and welcomes faculty, staff and students from all faiths and backgrounds. King’s University College is committed to Employment Equity and welcomes applications from qualified individuals, including persons of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and racialized people.

King’s University College is committed to recognizing the dignity and independence of all and seeks to ensure that persons with disabilities have genuine, open and unhindered access to the College’s employment opportunities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at HR@kings.uwo.ca or 519-433-3491 for assistance.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.