Become Yukon University's Research Chair in Northern Social Work, focusing on high-impact teaching and relevant research addressing local challenges and community needs.In this pivotal role, you will enhance the research environment at Yukon University, fostering the development of a new social work degree that resonates with Indigenous insights. The Chair’s responsibility includes mentoring faculty and students, while promoting cooperative research initiatives with Indigenous communities in Yukon to support social work practices.Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a strategic research program
- Integrate Indigenous knowledge into social work education
- Supervise student research projects and mentoring




- Cultivate partnerships with Indigenous and academic communities
- Promote trauma-informed and decolonized approachesRequirements:
- A completed PhD or similar Indigenous qualification
- Knowledge of federal and territorial research programs
- Proven experience in project management and proposal writing
- Excellent supervisory and organizational skills
- Strong community outreach and engagement experienceChampion social work education and contribute to YukonU’s mission through research excellence.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Northern Social Work Research Chair At Yukon University (Whitehorse)
🏢 KNIGHTSBRIDGE ROBERTSON SURRETTE
📍 Whitehorse