Black Cluster Hire, Assistant Professor, Nursing, Probationary Tenure Track

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BUFA (Employee Group)

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

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Post End Date:

February 28, 2026

About Brock University

The Brock University experience is second to none in Canada. Located in historic Niagara region, Brock offers all the benefits of a young and modern university in a safe, community-minded city, with beautiful natural surroundings. With over 18,000 students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in seven diverse Faculties, Brock excels at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities and highly rated student and campus life experiences.

Our Geography

Brock University’s main campus is situated atop the Niagara Escarpment, within a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, overlooking the city of St. Catharines, in the heart of Niagara wine country. The Niagara region is dotted with landmarks that recognize our nation’s history and features breathtaking natural beauty and world-famous attractions. St. Catharines is home to vibrant arts and entertainment venues, and is a short drive from Toronto, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo, New York. With one of the warmest climates in Canada, clean, safe communities, and surprisingly affordable real estate, Niagara is an exceptional location to call home.

What we Offer

Brock University offers competitive salary and benefits and ample support for research and sabbaticals. Research resources include; conference support, start-up funding, subscriptions to major databases and access to various research funding vehicles. For candidates considering relocation, moving expenses will be administered according to the Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

About the Faculty Department

The Brock University Nursing Department is home to two Nursing Programs, (1)a direct entry, four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN), and (2) a concurrent Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Nursing (BNMN). The BNMN is unique to Brock as it is the only program of its kind in the country. The BScN program offers extensive lab and clinical experiences and has a student population of approximately 800.

About the Position

The Faculty of Applied Health Sciences and Department of Nursing at Brock University are seeking a Black Scholar, Registered Nurse, with a completed PhD in nursing, to submit an application for a probationary tenure-track position, at the rank of Assistant Professor with a start date of July 1, 2026, or an earlier agreed-upon start date. This position consists of 40% teaching, 40% research and scholarly activities, and 20% service. The successful candidate will support teaching needs in the undergraduate and graduate programs. Applicants must show a strong commitment to Primary Health Care principles, as well as diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Qualifications

Specifically, a Black Scholar with a proven record of excellence in teaching diverse nursing courses, possess expertise in course development, and is skilled at providing high-quality instruction. We especially welcome applicants with a background in teaching large classes.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellent communication, leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Relevant clinical experience is required, clinical background in medical/surgical nursing, or critical care is preferred. Applicants should provide evidence of a developing program of research. Research that includes vulnerable populations or health inequities among equity-deserving populations would be an asset. Evidence of successful student supervision at the undergraduate or graduate levels is an asset.

Candidates must be Registered Nurses in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario or be eligible to obtain registration prior to February 27, 2026.

Application Information

All documents must be submitted in electronic format/ Applicants must submit one document with all the requirements listed below via the online application system. (Note: file maximum of 5MB per attachment upload).

• A letter of application;
• A detailed and current curriculum vitae;
• A current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (or evidence of eligibility to obtain prior to February 27, 2026);
• A one- page summary of their teaching philosophy;
• A summary (one-two pages) of a developing program or research, this can include satisfactory scholarly, creative, or professional work;
• names and contact information for three (3) professional referees

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is February 28, 2026 at 12:01am. The final business day to apply is February 27, 2026. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Karyn Taplay, Chair and Associate Professor,

The target hiring range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, internal equity and budget considerations.

This ad is for an existing position in the Brock University Faculty Association (BUFA) bargaining unit. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Our Commitment

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of employment equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) peoples, Black people, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities/racialized groups, and Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional sexually and gender diverse (2SLGBTQI+) persons are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as a member of a designated group as part of their application. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should fill out the Self-Identification Form and include the completed form with their application.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy .Please advise: to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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