Application Deadline: April 30^th, 2026

Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities/Department of History

Reference # SSH-2026-27-01

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of History. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2026.

The position being sought is for a historian of Modern Canada in an open field with the expectation that the successful candidate will contribute to the growth and development of the department’s Public History specialization, an experiential learning program currently centred in Thunder Bay. The ability to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, with a commitment to innovative pedagogy and student engagement is required. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired. The successful candidate will also supervise student projects at the undergraduate and graduate level, contributing to our HBA, Public History, and MA programs. Any specialization within Modern Canadian History will be considered. 

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is:

• Assistant Professor: $88,094 - $133,223

Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective agreement and will be

commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Michael Stevenson, Chair of the Department of History (mstevens@lakeheadu.ca). Detailed information on the Department of History and our programs is available at:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/history

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # SSH-2026-27-01, should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Dr. Glenda Bonifacio, Dean

Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities

Lakehead University

955 Oliver Road

Thunder Bay, ON, P7B 5E1

Email:   ssh@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Reporting to the Manager, Catering & Conference Services and supporting the on-site Thunder Bay team and remotely supporting the Orillia team, the Administrative Assistant will oversee a variety of responsibilities involving financial accountability and reporting; employee recruitment and record keeping; data reporting; inventory control – including within our food service operations; internal and external client tabling, firepit and delivery bookings; summer hotel operations; and year-round guest suites. From April to August, coordinating & executing hotel operation including training staff for guest relations and payment processes – which includes a change in weekly schedule to suite operational needs.

The EPID@Work Research Institute is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Communications Specialist to be responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining internal and external knowledge mobilization communications. These communications will be from a stakeholder, research, and brand perspective, and will be in alignment with EPID@Work strategic goals and knowledge mobilization best practices.

Positions at this level plan, coordinate, and support research-related activities, including establishing communication protocols and determining appropriate knowledge mobilization methods. Working independently within general guidelines and in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and research team, the incumbent exercises discretion and judgment while contributing specialized expertise in translating scientific research into accessible formats.

The Communications Specialist plays a key role in bridging research and practice by applying advanced communication strategies to support dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and research impact. The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, creativity, and strong analytical skills to effectively interpret and communicate complex scientific information to diverse audiences.

The EPID@Work Research Institute is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Communications Specialist to be responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining internal and external knowledge mobilization communications. These communications will be from a stakeholder, research, and brand perspective, and will be in alignment with EPID@Work strategic goals and knowledge mobilization best practices.

Positions at this level plan, coordinate, and support research-related activities, including establishing communication protocols and determining appropriate knowledge mobilization methods. Working independently within general guidelines and in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and research team, the incumbent exercises discretion and judgment while contributing specialized expertise in translating scientific research into accessible formats.

The Communications Specialist plays a key role in bridging research and practice by applying advanced communication strategies to support dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and research impact. The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, creativity, and strong analytical skills to effectively interpret and communicate complex scientific information to diverse audiences.

The Student Central Professional, reporting to the Manager of Student Central, provides comprehensive, holistic advice and support across the entire student lifecycle once a student has applied to Lakehead University.

This role requires a high level of expertise and in-depth knowledge to accurately make complex decisions and guide students through complex policies, procedures, and regulations within three critical functional areas: Registrar Services, Student Awards and Financial Aid and Undergraduate Admissions.

Lakehead University

Canada Impact + Research Chairs

Posting Date:  January 23, 2026; Revised January 27, 2026

About the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs Opportunity

Lakehead University invites applications from exceptional, internationally based researchers for the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program. This national initiative is designed to recruit world-leading scholars whose work addresses critical global and national challenges and who are poised to build transformational research programs in Canada. Lakehead University can nominate up to 6 Impact+ Research Chairs across the Government of Canada’s strategic priority areas, as part of one of the most significant research recruitment opportunities in the university’s history.

Canada Impact+ Research Chairs receive long-term funding of either $8 million or $4 million, over eight years, with the possibility of a four-year extension at 50 percent of the original value of the initial award based on demonstrated research impact and sustained partnerships. Institutions may also request up to $6 million per chair in research infrastructure funding through the Canada Foundation for Innovation.

The Canada Impact + Research Chairs submission process requires an application to Lakehead University (see details below) for Intake 1 and 2.  Review of applications will begin February 26, 2026 until all available Canada Impact + Research Chair positions are filled by the internal deadline for the second Intake:  May 15, 2026, 8:00 pm EST.

Canada Impact+ Strategic Priorities
Canada Impact+ Research Chairs are awarded in areas identified by the Government of Canada as critical to global and national challenges. These priorities closely parallel Lakehead University’s own research priorities and strengths and are reflected in the university’s Strategic Research Plan. Applications must demonstrate how the proposed program will advance one or more of the following strategic priority areas:

• advanced digital technologies (including artificial intelligence, quantum and cybersecurity);
• clean technology and resource value chains;
• defence and dual-use technologies;
• democratic and community resilience;
• environment, climate resilience and the Arctic;
• food and water security;
• health and biotechnology; and
• manufacturing and advanced materials.

Chairholders are expected to build meaningful partnerships across sectors and Indigenous communities, and to ensure that research outcomes translate into practice, policy or commercialization pathways with measurable societal and economic benefit.

Qualifications and Eligibility

The Canada Impact+ Research Chairs opportunity is designed for internationally renowned researchers who are ready to establish a major research program in Canada. To be eligible, candidates must:

• Have a strong recent record of research achievements and a demonstrated interest in contributing to Canada’s research and innovation landscape;
• Be internationally based at the time of the first intake deadline (both working and residing outside Canada);
• Hold the rank of full professor or associate professor;
• If recruited from outside the academic sector, a candidate must have equivalent qualifications for appointment at that level.

Compensation

This position may be filled at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor, depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The expected compensation range for this position is:

• Associate Professor: $141,099 - $191,099
• Full Professor: $165,341 - $215,341

Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective agreement and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Successful applicants will be appointed to an appropriate academic department/school/faculty at Lakehead University.

Associated positions for consideration

Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders

Canada Impact+ Research Chairs candidates are encouraged to identify promising early career collaborators within the same strategic priority area as the Impact+ Research Chairs nominee who could be strong nominees for the associated Canada Impact+ Emerging Leaders program, which provides $100,000 per year for six years.

Canada Excellence Research Chairs  (CERC)

Canada Excellence Research Chairs candidateswill also be considered for Canada Impact + Research Chairs.  More information about the Canada Excellence Research Chair program can be found here. Additional information on the specific Lakehead University call for a CERC in the Department of Biology in the area of Freshwater Sustainability and Healthy Aquatic Ecosystems can be found here. Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) awardees are appointed for a term of eight years, with awards valued at either $1 million or $500,000 annually.

Why Lakehead

For 60 years, students and researchers have come to Lakehead University to succeed and discover what’s next. Lakehead University is advancing research, scholarly and creative work; providing transformative learning experiences that position graduates for success; and finding solutions to society’s biggest challenges through academic programming, research and collaboration. Lakehead University is recognized as one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities in its category for the last decade (Research Info$ource). Lakehead University’s achievements have been recognized nationally and internationally, including being the highest ranked university in the world with fewer than 9,000 students for its global impact according to the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Lakehead placed in the top 70 in the world based on our efforts in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting the University’s commitment to social, cultural and environmental sustainability, and good health and well-being. For the fourth year in a row, THE World University Rankings (2023) ranks Lakehead in the top 800 globally out of more than 1,600 participating institutions from 99 countries. Aligned with our Strategic Plan, Research Plan, CRC Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan, and Institutional EDI Action Plan, we are actively recruiting outstanding scholars to enhance and grow our research and innovation capacity. Situated in the diverse and multicultural communities of Thunder Bay and Orillia, our unique campuses and their locations inspire us to discover and innovate in exciting and non-traditional ways.

Lakehead University and our Community:  Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a respectful relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

Our faculty work within a highly collaborative research community supported by major infrastructure, including the facilities offered through the centralized Lakehead University Centre for Analytical Services (LUCAS), and affiliated member LUCAS laboratories. Researchers contribute to and benefit from a growing network of research centres, institutes, and hubs driving discovery and industry partnership in areas like biorefining, advanced materials, environmental conservation, population health, food and water security and much more.

We offer an extensive ecosystem built to support research commercialization. Our researchers own and control their intellectual property. And, from idea to impact, we support researchers at every stage, whether developing and protecting IP, launching a startup, partnering with industry, or advancing social innovation.

How to Apply

To apply, applicants are asked to provide the following three documents:

1. A cover letter that identifies:

• Alignment with one or more of the strategic priority areas (listed above)
• The applicant’s start-up funding, infrastructure and space, and research team requirements
• The applicant’s interest in coming to Lakehead University, including any relevant connections to the university or the regions served by the University.

2. A full curriculum vitae (please include details of research and teaching, scholarly record, funding, collaborations/partnerships with industry, government, not-for-profit, and/or community, and leadership experience).

3. A Research Statement, submitted as a single PDF, including the following:

• A five-page (maximum) research statement that includes:
  • An overview of the applicant’s research proposal, including knowledge mobilization and innovation activities
  • How the proposed research embeds equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) considerations at each stage of the research process
  • Potential to collaborate with other researchers at Lakehead University, Ontario and Canada
  • Social and economic benefits for Canada that will result from the research program, including potential industry, government, not-for-profit, and/or community partnerships
  • Contribution and fit to the research ecosystem in Canada and internationally
• A one-page (maximum) statement that describes the applicant’s past experience with attracting and mentoring a diverse group of students, trainees and research personnel, and establishing an equitable and inclusive research environment.

• A one-page (maximum), if applicable, statement that demonstrates how the proposed research program will value Indigenous ways of knowing, how it will extend research knowledge in the field that is significant for Indigenous Peoples and communities and contribute to decolonization.

For further information on the Canada Impact + Research Chairs Program, including eligibility criteria, please consult the Program website.

The Canada Impact + Research Chair appointment is subject to approval by the Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat.  Once approved, appointments are expected to commence January 1, 2027.Review of applications will begin February 26, 2026 until all available Canada Impact + Research Chair positions are filled. Applicants should submit their electronic application quoting the above reference number to:

Dr. Langis Roy, Vice-President, Research and Innovation

Lakehead University

955 Oliver Road

Thunder Bay, ON P7B 5E1

Email to: vpresearch@lakeheadu.ca

Questions about the application process should be addressed to: director.research@lakeheadu.ca..

The Canada Impact + Research Chairs Program does not impose any restrictions regarding nationality or country of residence of the nominee. However, given the Program’s focus on the attraction of outstanding researchers to Canada, the University will only consider those candidates who currently hold an academic appointment outside of Canada.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.

We appreciate your interest in the Canada Impact + Research Chairs Program at Lakehead University;  please note that only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Equity Statement

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

Lakehead University recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., maternity leave, parental leave, leave due to illness, leaves due to caring for family members, or slowdowns due to chronic illness or disability) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration in the assessment of the candidate. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted their research in their application. Lakehead also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, community-based research, other forms of scholarly expression, and/or research outputs; demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in the previous institutional environment, and in curriculum, is also an asset.

Please visit our Office of Human Rights and Equity website: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/faculty-and-staff/departments/services/human-ri... and our Human Resources policies related to accommodations and supports: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/faculty-and-staff/policies/human-resources to explore all of the supports our organization provides to enable a strong and connected employment experience.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Katherine Mends at the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of underrepresented groups among applicants, candidates, and hires.

The Technical Staff role supports the department of Computer Science's programs and researchers at the Barrie STEM Hub. Teaching labs for Computer Science courses and supervising Graduate Assistants, who will also take care of some laboratory instruction. This role is also responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of computer labs and the HPC Cluster that will be part of Barrie STEM Hub.

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Help Shape the Future of People and Culture at Lakehead University

Lakehead University invites applications for the role of Senior Manager / Director, Human Resources (Title to be determined), a senior leadership opportunity for an accomplished HR executive who is passionate about building thriving, inclusive, and high-performing workplaces. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Human Resources, the Director plays a pivotal role in advancing Lakehead’s strategic priorities through progressive and innovative human resource leadership. This role provides  oversight across Employee & Labour Relations, Health, Safety & Wellness, and Talent Acquisition, while serving as a trusted advisor on complex people, culture, and workforce matters. The successful candidate will bring a strategic mindset, exceptional leadership capability, and deep expertise in labour relations within complex unionized environments, helping the University navigate change while strengthening employee engagement, organizational resilience, and institutional effectiveness. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of HR in a mission-driven university community known for innovation, inclusion, and student success.

The Administrative Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of Residence, Food & Conference Services at the Orillia campus. This position ensures the smooth coordination of residence administration, front desk operations, and summer conference services, while providing high-level administrative support to the Director. 

This is a dynamic role that balances operational, administrative, and supervisory responsibilities in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. The successful candidate will contribute to creating a positive experience for students, guests, and campus partners. This is a temporary 1 year contract.

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for a Full-time Operations Manager at the EPID@Work Research Institute. The Operations Manager serves as the operational and administrative backbone of the EPID@Work Research Institute, ensuring research projects and institute activities are effectively resourced, coordinated, and delivered in alignment with funder and university requirements. Reporting directly to the Director, the Operations Manager provides leadership across four key domains: project operations and management, human resources management, financial oversight, and strategic planning and reporting.

Working within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, the incumbent applies advanced knowledge, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills to manage complex projects, support research teams, and contribute to strategic planning and reporting activities.

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for a Full-time Operations Manager at the EPID@Work Research Institute. The Operations Manager serves as the operational and administrative backbone of the EPID@Work Research Institute, ensuring research projects and institute activities are effectively resourced, coordinated, and delivered in alignment with funder and university requirements. Reporting directly to the Director, the Operations Manager provides leadership across four key domains: project operations and management, human resources management, financial oversight, and strategic planning and reporting.

Working within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, the incumbent applies advanced knowledge, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills to manage complex projects, support research teams, and contribute to strategic planning and reporting activities.

The Research Coordinator will support and coordinate the Northwestern Ontario Workplace and Worker Health Study (NOWWHS), including managing survey updates, preparing REB applications, leading meetings, and overseeing day-to-day study activities.

The role applies knowledge of research methods and scientific principles to support data collection, analysis, and reporting. The incumbent will help maintain research protocols, contribute to study improvements, and collaborate with the Principal Investigator, research team, and external partners.

Lakehead University is seeking applications for a postdoctoral fellowship focused on food systems indicators and assessment. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for inquiry into the
nature of municipal and regional food systems, specifically how to accurately measure and understand their transformations and overall functioning. They will work with Dr. Charles Levkoe (Canada Research Chair in Equitable and Sustainable Food Systems and Professor in Health Sciences) and Dr. Jennifer Jarman (Professor and Chair, Interdisciplinary Studies) in
close collaboration with community partners, including the Sharing Place Food Centre, the Food Action Network of Northwestern Ontario, and Sustain and Food Communities Network (FCN).
This position is part of the Common Ground Network and funded through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), in partnership with Agriculture and Agri-Food
Canada (AAFC).

The postdoctoral fellow will engage in research and action on food systems indicators assessment, social and environmental justice, and policy evaluation. They will lead the research, design, and implementation of a food systems assessment tool that municipalities across Ontario can use to engage stakeholders in building more equitable and sustainable food systems. This
will involve working closely with community partners and a technology partner to evaluate existing report card tools and develop a repository of indicators as the architecture for a living platform to be modelled in Thunder Bay and Orillia/Simcoe County. Central to this work will be balancing local context and place-based needs with the development of a regional, scalable
assessment framework that can support other municipalities and organizations while also integrating existing indicator frameworks, including the Milan Urban Food Policy Pact. The
postdoctoral fellow will also support network-building and knowledge exchange among other Ontario regions in partnership with Sustain by including food system practitioners, researchers,
and partners to inform indicator development, tool refinement, and future uptake. This project aims to produce practical, publicly accessible tools for assessing food systems that support
municipal decision-making, community planning, and food systems policy development across Ontario.

The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in qualitative and quantitative methodology and analysis to support evidence-informed policy development. The candidate must be equally
comfortable with institutional sources (e.g., StatsCan, AAFC, municipal datasets) and community-held knowledge (e.g., farmers, food bank intake staff, neighbourhood organizations,
food policy groups). This position offers opportunities to contribute to policy-relevant research, collaborate with partners across food systems and public policy sectors, and pursue independent research within a supportive mentorship environment. 

Start Date & Duration of Appointment: June 1, 2026 (35 hours/week, full-time); 18 months

The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) should include: a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, one writing sample, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your application package.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
Bora Laskin Faculty of Law

Reference # LAW-2026-27-01

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one two-year limited term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, 2026.

The Faculty of Law is seeking applications from outstanding and emerging scholars with a J.D./LL.B and a graduate degree in law or a cognate discipline.  We seek candidates able to teach our mandatory courses and are especially interested in candidates with expertise in the areas Constitutional Law and Administrative Law.  We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose teaching interests and expertise align with the faculty’s three mandate areas of Indigenous and Aboriginal Law, Natural Resources and Environmental Law and Sole/Small Town Practice and with the Integrated Practice Curriculum.  We especially seek candidates with expertise and experience in land-based, experiential, and/or alternative modes of delivery.  Candidates must be eligible for licensing with any Canadian Law Society.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is:

• Assistant Professor: $88,094 - $133,223

Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective agreement and will be

commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Prof. Daniel Dylan, Chair of the Appointments Committee. Detailed information on the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law and our programs is available at: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/law

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference # LAW-2026-27-01 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Prof. Daniel Dylan
Bora Laskin Faculty of Law
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Email: mainoffice.law@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 orhuman.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Category: Limited Term Appointment Position
Campus: Thunder Bay
Application Deadline: Open until filled (review of applications will commence on Mar 31, 2026)
Reference #: SES-2026-27-09 (limited-term-appointment)

Lakehead University, Thunder Bay campus, invites applications for a multi-year limited term appointment in the Department of Computer Science. The position will commence on August 1,2026 at a rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applications for this faculty position are invited from outstanding candidates in Computer Science who have strong teaching and research focuses, with preferences in the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Computer Graphics and Human-Computer Interaction
• Robotics and Human-Centered AI
• Cybersecurity and Privacy
• Algorithms and Applied Optimization
• Data Science and Big Data
• Quantum Computing

Applications with exceptional research in other related areas will also be considered.

The successful candidate is expected to initiate an externally funded research program and contribute to the supervision of graduate students in our MSc program and in our planned PhD program in Systems and Computing. Candidates having a good publishing record in high impact journals and tier 1 conferences will be given preference. Additionally, candidates are expected to actively participate and support departmental activities and services. 

Applicants should hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. Candidates are expected to teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses and demonstrate the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing discipline by incorporating new material. Prior teaching and post-doctoral experience as well as courses or certificates in teaching practice will be considered as an asset. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of delivery is highly desired.

The Department of Computer Science is a fast-growing department with a total of 14 full-time faculty members, and offers undergraduate and graduate programs at both Thunder Bay campus and the Barrie STEM Hub. Our faculty members are involved in various externally funded research programs.

Compensation

This position may be filled at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The expected compensation range for this position is:

• Assistant Professor: $88,094 - $133,223
• Associate Professor: $141,099 - $191,099

Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective agreement and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Launching in fall 2026, the Lakehead University Barrie STEM Hub is Lakehead’s new high-tech learning and research space in the heart of Barrie’s waterfront district, with stunning lake views, nearby cafés and restaurants, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and strong public transit links. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Ruizhong Wei, Chair, Department of Computer Science (e-mail: rwei@lakeheadu.ca).  Detailed information on our undergraduate and graduate programs is available on our homepage:

 https://www.lakeheadu.ca/academics/departments/computer-science

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference SES-2026-27-09 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package. 

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Dr. Todd Randall
Dean, Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
e-mail: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Dr. Todd Randall
Dean, Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
e-mail: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.cato make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Department of Computer Science

Category: Multiple Faculty Positions

Campus: Barrie STEM Hub

Application Deadline: Open until filled (review of applications will commence on Mar 19, 2026)

Reference #SES-2026-27-04 and SES-2026-27-05

Lakehead University, Barrie STEM Hub, invites applications for two tenure-track positions in the Department of Computer Science. The positions will commence on August 1, 2026 at a rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applications for these multiple faculty positions are invited from outstanding candidates in Computer Science who have strong teaching and research focuses, with preferences in the following areas:

● Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

● Computer Graphics and Human-Computer Interaction

● Robotics and Human-Centered AI

● Cybersecurity and Privacy

● Algorithms and Applied Optimization

● Data Science and Big Data

● Quantum Computing

Applications with exceptional research in other related areas will also be considered.

The successful tenure-track candidate is expected to initiate an externally funded research program and contribute to the supervision of graduate students in our MSc Program and in our planned PhD Program in Systems and Computing. Candidates having a good publishing record in high impact journals and tier 1 conferences will be given preference. Additionally, candidates are expected to actively participate and support departmental activities and services.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline. Candidates are expected to teach a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses and demonstrate the ability to adapt to a rapidly changing discipline by incorporating new material. Prior teaching and post-doctoral experience as well as courses or certificates in teaching practice will be considered as an asset. Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of course delivery is highly desired.

The Department of Computer Science is a fast-growing department with a total of 14 fulltime faculty members Our faculty members are involved in various externally funded research programs.

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850 and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Launching in fall 2026, the Lakehead University Barrie STEM Hub is Lakehead’s new high-tech learning and research space in the heart of Barrie’s waterfront district, with stunning lake views, nearby cafés and restaurants, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and strong public transit links, including direct GO Transit service connecting to parts of the GTA. The Barrie STEM Hub expands access to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education in Simcoe County. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

For further information, please contact Dr. Ruizhong Wei, Chair, Department of Computer Science (e-mail: rwei@lakeheadu.ca). Detailed information on our undergraduate and graduate programs is available on our homepage:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/computer-science

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Applications received by March 19, 2026 will receive full consideration. The electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) quoting Reference #SES- 2026-27-04 and SES-2026-27-05 should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), copies of the three most significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada.pdf form must accompany your package.

Applicants should submit their electronic application to:

Dr. Todd Randall

Dean, Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies Lakehead University

Thunder Bay, Ontario

e-mail: applications.ses@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons,

Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University has an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan 2019-2024 with a goal to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as measured by increasing representation of under-represented groups among applicants, candidates and hires. We encourage candidates to self-identify, if you are from an under-represented group, and prefer candidates with the knowledge, competencies and relationships derived from lived experience. Experience working with Indigenous or racialized communities, and/or members of other equity-deserving groups is a strong asset. A lived experience or worked experience of any of these issues is preferred.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8010 ext. 8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Beginning Date of Application Review: November 15, 2020 

TENURE TRACK AND LIMITED TERM APPOINTMENTS – FACULTY OF LAW

Lakehead University’s Thunder Bay Campus invites applications for one to two tenure-track appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor in the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law, and one to two Limited Term Appointments. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. Candidates must be eligible for licensing with any Canadian Law Society.

The Faculty of Law welcomes applications from outstanding established and emerging scholars with a J.D/LL.B, and a graduate degree in law or a cognate discipline, with a broad range of research and teaching interests. Applicants may wish to indicate their scholarly interests in respect of core curriculum areas and the Faculty’s three mandate areas in Indigenous and Aboriginal Law, Rural/small town practice and Natural Resources and Environmental Law. Given our commitment to our Indigenous partners and students, we particularly welcome applications from Indigenous scholars from a broad range of specializations.  Without limiting the call for applications, the Faculty notes a particular interest in applications in the areas of family law and environmental law.Appointments will ordinarily commence on August 1, 2021. 

The Bora Laskin Faculty of Law is known for its innovative curriculum with mandatory courses in Aboriginal and Indigenous Law implemented in 2013. At the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law, practice skills learning is integrated into the curriculum of substantive courses.  The Law Society of Ontario approved the Integrated Practice Curriculum (IPC) in 2013 for the law school to serve as a leader and model in providing legal practice skills as part of the J.D. program. 

Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. With campuses located in Thunder Bay and Orillia, Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff.  With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its ten faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (West Campus) and Ontario’s newest Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.

We are located in the picturesque city of Thunder Bay. With a view of Lake Superior and the Sleeping Giant from the upper classrooms of the law school, students can enjoy classrooms and study areas in the historic Port Arthur Collegiate Institute (PACI) building as the modernized home of the law school. 

For further information, please contact the Chair of the Appointments Committee, Professor Wendy Parkes, at mainoffice.law@lakeheadu.ca. Detailed information on the Faculty and our programs is available at: 

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/programs/departments/law.

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit an electronic application (in the form of one PDF document) that should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course outlines and teaching evaluations for previously-taught courses), a statement of a research plan (current and future interests), a copy of one to two significant publications, and the names and contact information of three references. A completed Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in Canada form must accompany your package. This form is available on our website at:

https://www.lakeheadu.ca/faculty-and-staff/departments/services/hr/employment-opportunites.

Applicants should submit their electronic application to: 

Professor Wendy Parkes

Chair, Appointments Committee

Bora Laskin Faculty of Law

Lakehead University

Thunder Bay, Ontario

Email: mainoffice.law@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

This position is subject to budgetary approval.