Tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Public Management The School of Political Studies, within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ottawa, invites applications for one (1) tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in PUBLIC MANAGEMENT. Candidates must demonstrate expertise, as well as a solid research and publication record, in Public Management (open area of specialization). The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada’s capital.
The Faculty of Social Sciences comprises nine departments, schools and institutes, which offer undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs in both English and French. With its 10,000 students, 260 full-time professors, and a wide array of programs and research centres, the Faculty of Social Sciences plays a key role at the heart of the University of Ottawa. Its graduate students are trained by excellent researchers and undertake cutting-edge research in the Faculty’s Master’s and Ph.D. programs.
Duties Research activities and publication
Teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in the Public Management Programs
Supervision of graduate students
Commitment to participating in the educational and administrative activities of the units and the Faculty
Performing any other activity provided for in the Collective Agreement
Qualifications PhD in Public Management or a related field
Ability to teach in Public Management at the time of appointment
Ability to teach in both English and French at the time of appointment
Quality of teaching record




Quality of publication and research record
Bilingualism As a bilingual institution, the University of Ottawa requires all professors in the Faculty of Social Sciences to demonstrate active bilingualism in English and French before being granted tenure. The working language of the School of Political Studies is French. The University offers faculty members and their spouses/partners the opportunity to take courses to improve their proficiency in their second language.
Terms New tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor
Salary $ 99,377 (as of May 1, 2025)
Starting Date July 1, 2027
Benefits Package Long-term disability insurance
Basic group life insurance
Health insurance
University of Ottawa pension plan
Optional life insurance
Reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses
Location of Work School of Politic Studies, University of Ottawa, 120 University, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6N5
Contact Person Marie-Josée Massicotte
Director, School of Political Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences
[email protected].
Application Deadline December 1, 2026. The review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026, and will continue until the position has been successfully filled.
Application Requirements A curriculum vitae
A letter outlining their teaching and research experience and interests
An indication of their proficiency in English and French
Samples of their major publications and teaching evaluations
In addition, three (3)



confidential letters of reference must be sent directly to:
Marie-Josée Massicotte, Director, School of Political Studies, University of Ottawa
[email protected]
Equal Opportunity The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application. All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language. Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

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📌 Tenure-track faculty position - Public Management (Quebec City)
🏢 University of Ottawa
📍 Quebec City