U. of Saskatchewan College of Law seeks Research Chair

Canada Research Chair in Law (Tier 2)

The College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada seeks to recruit and nominate a Canada Research Chair in Law (Tier 2). The Canada Research Chair program (www.chairs.gc.ca) was established by the Canadian Federal Government with the purpose of attracting outstanding researchers to the Canadian university system. Tier 2 nominees should meet the requirements for Tier 2 appointment as defined by the Canada Research Chairs program: http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/program-programme/nomination-mise_en_candidature-eng.aspx.

This Tier 2 Canada Research Chair is in the area of Indigenous Rights in Constitutional & International Law. Research in this area responds to the increasing interactions between constitutional protections for Indigenous rights at the domestic level and international law protections for Indigenous Rights, the latter of which received particular expression recently in the 2007 United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Constitutional law advocacy on Indigenous rights is increasingly drawing on international law claims. By identifying connections between Indigenous rights in domestic constitutional law and international law, this Canada Research Chair will advance the University of Saskatchewan’s position as a leader in research on Indigenous rights at an international level. The Chair will also contribute to the University’s sense of place within a province with a demographically significant Indigenous population. In addition, the Chair would enhance a number of the University’s signature themes. For instance, in relation to the public policy and sustainability dimension of the Energy and Mineral Resources signature area, one of the most significant developments in recent years has been the recognition of governments’ duty to consult with aboriginal people when governments are contemplating activity that could adversely affect aboriginal rights or aboriginal title to land. Most significantly, this kind of activity has involved energy generation and mineral resource extraction.

The College seeks scholars with demonstrated potential for international profile and impact for appointment as an Assistant, Associate, or full Professor. Candidates will have completed a Master’s or Doctoral degree in law or equivalent graduate qualification, with the candidate having completed his or her highest degree no more than ten years prior to nomination for the Chair. The successful candidate will have an outstanding academic record with a record of scholarship and a research plan that demonstrate the potential to contribute to the internationally acclaimed record of research and scholarship of one of Canada’s premier law schools.

The successful applicant will be expected to establish a highly productive scholarly agenda including the development of research relationships with researchers across Canada and internationally, to provide effective teaching and mentoring of J.D. and graduate students, to contribute to the core curriculum of the College, and to take on a leadership role appropriate for the appointed rank. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with the qualifications of the candidate.

The College of Law has recently undergone a period of renewal and expansion. Its full-time faculty complement is 29, and two endowed visiting chairs bring distinguished scholars from around the world. In addition, the College is affiliated with the Native Law Centre, and offers an LL.M. degree which

attracts promising young researchers. Each year, the College actively pursues internationally recognized scholars to present seminars on a wide array of issues, and hosts at least one international conference.

More information on the College and on its strategic direction for the coming years can be found at www.law.usask.ca, or from Dean Sanjeev Anand at s.anand@usask.ca.

Generally, applicants should submit (1) a cover letter indicating interest in a CRC appointment that identifies the applicant’s academic and research accomplishments along with any teaching experience; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the candidate’s undergraduate, law and graduate transcripts; (4) letters from three academic referees, (5) samples of academic writing, and (6) evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as evaluations, if available. Publications will not be returned and incomplete applications may not be accepted. Applications or inquiries should be sent to:

Dean Sanjeev Anand, JD, LLM, PhD

College of Law

University of Saskatchewan

15 Campus Drive

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7N 5A6

Telephone: (306) 966-5910

Fax: (306) 966-5900

s.anand@usask.ca

The position will remain open for at least six weeks after the posting date with applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are strongly encouraged as the College will work with the successful applicant to submit a CRC nomination to the CRC secretariat by April 2012. The successful candidates may assume tenure track or tenured faculty positions at the University of Saskatchewan as early as July 1, 2012, however the final determination of eligibility for a CRC is subject to review and approval by the CRC Secretariat.

The University of Saskatchewan hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The College of Law is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. Members of these designated groups are encouraged to self-identify on their applications.

Canada Research Chairs are open to individuals of any nationality; offers will be made in accordance with University of Saskatchewan policy, the requirements of the Canada Research Chairs Program and best fit with the College’s core mandate and mission.