Assistant Professor - Public Law including Constitutional and Administrative Law

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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 University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, is looking to fill a tenure-track position in the Common Law Section for July 1, 2027.

The Common Law Section offers its Juris Doctor (JD) programs in English and French. It also offers master’s and PhD programs jointly with the Civil Law Section. From its location on the unceded territory of Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of our nation’s capital, the Common Law Section, with more than 1,200 JD students and more than 200 graduate students, is resolutely focused on innovation and international outreach, promoting inclusive teaching and research.  

Job title: Assistant or Associate Professor

Area of Expertise: Public Law including Constitutional and Administrative Law

Terms: One vacant position (reposting) with a start date of July 1, 2027

Duties: Academic staff functions include, in varying proportions:

• teaching;

• active participation in scholarly activities and research;

• academic service;

• graduate student supervision including thesis and research paper supervision;

• a personal commitment to the English Common Law program, the Faculty, and the University.

Salary and benefits: In accordance with the collective agreement in force. We offer a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. The base salary ranges from $99,377 to $137,444 at the Assistant Professor rank, from $109,776 to $190,630 at the Associate Professor rank (according to the salary scale in effect as of May 1, 2025).

Benefits Package:  The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package that includes long-term disability coverage, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, a defined benefits pension plan, optional life insurance and reimbursement of eligible moving expenses. The Faculty of Law also offers reduced teaching loads during the initial period of employment, as well as startup funding for research.

Work Location: Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, University of Ottawa, Fauteux Hall, 57 Louis Pasteur, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Contact Information: Email any questions concerning the position to the following email address for the Dean’s office. [email protected]. Applicants currently employed in legal education roles elsewhere are encouraged to contact the Dean’s Office in strict confidence at the same email address for more information.

Conditions and Prerequisites:

• Undergraduate degree in Common Law or equivalent, together with a PhD in law or a related discipline (or PhD nearing completion) or an LLM.

• Excellent university record, extensive experience in research and publication, including external research scholarships or eligibility for such scholarships, capacity for excellence in teaching, and participation in academic life and faculty governance.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

• Passive knowledge of Canada’s other official language is compulsory for tenure.

Application Package: Applications must include the following:

• Cover letter stating level of experience, teaching interests, awards and distinctions.

• Curriculum vitae.

• Detailed research agenda.

• Description of the applicant’s teaching philosophy and interests, and teaching dossier (if applicable).

• Transcript for each degree obtained.

• Names and contact information of three referees (Letters are not requested at this stage.) 

Application deadline: August 24, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.

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. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at [email protected]. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

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 be 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.