The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community, and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 26,000.
Candidates should have completed (or nearly completed) a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline, such as Soil Science or Agronomy. A demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex research activities is essential, while post-secondary teaching experience would be considered an asset. Salary bands for this position for the 2025-2026 academic year are as follows: Assistant Professor: $110,489 to $131,909. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package that includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program. This position is a tenure-track-equivalent, “Continuing Status” position.
Interested candidates must submit, via email, a cover letter; a detailed curriculum vitae; a statement of research philosophy, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion statement (see USask policy ), and the contact information for three referees to:
Dr. Colin Laroque, Head
Department of Soil Science
University of Saskatchewan
51 Campus Drive
Saskatoon, SK
Canada S7N 5A8
Tel: (306) 966-2493
E-mail: colin.laroque@usask.ca
Due to federal immigration requirements, we ask all candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.
Review of applications will begin May 16, 2025, however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until May 31, 2025. The anticipated start date is as early as July 1, 2025.
More information about the University of Saskatchewan, College of Agriculture and Bioresources, and the Department of Soil Science can be found at http://www.agbio.usask.ca .
Status: Continuing Status
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Posted Date: 4/9/2025
Closing Date: May 31, 2025
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