Director and Stauffer-Dunning Chair, School of Policy Studies
The Faculty of Arts and Science at Queen’s University invites applications for the Director, School of Policy Studies and Stauffer-Dunning Chair. The Director will hold a Tenured faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor with a teaching and research focus in an area of public policy, broadly defined, including, but not limited to, climate, cultural, defence, economic, energy, health, or public policy. The preferred starting date is July 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will be an ambitious leader who will energize the School of Policy Studies, oversee a renewed Master of Public Administration program, provide policy research and teaching leadership and engage in fundraising and advancement activities in support of the School of Policy Studies.
The Chair and Directorship will be held on a five-year, renewable basis, and the Chair comes with a renewable research allocation to support the incumbent’s research activities.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant field. The main criteria for selection are academic and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will provide evidence of high-quality scholarly output that demonstrates independent research and impact, such as peer-assessed publications, securing of external research funding, engagement with the policy process, and an ongoing commitment to academic excellence, as well as outstanding teaching contributions and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the School’s programs. Candidates must provide evidence of an ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and student-centered environment. The successful candidate will also be expected to make contributions through service to the School, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community. Candidates should outline their leadership and administrative experience in their cover letter. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The School
The School of Policy Studies, founded in 1988, is one of Canada’s leading institutions of public policy research and teaching It offers a one-year Master of Public Administration (MPA) program to about 50 students each year. The School is also home to several leading policy research institutes, including The Centre for International and Defence Policy, the Institute for Intergovernmental Relations and The Queen’s Health Policy Council. The Stauffer Dunning Chair of Policy Studies is a prestigious research chair held by Canada’s leading public policy scholars.
Queen’s University has a long history of scholarship, discovery, and innovation that shapes our collective knowledge and helps address some of the world’s most pressing concerns. Home to more than 25,000 students, Queen’s offers a comprehensive research-intensive environment. Diverse perspectives and a wealth of experience enrich our students and faculty while a core part of our mission is to engage in international learning and research.
In 2023, for the third year in a row, Queen’s University has ranked in top 10 globally Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, securing the position of third worldwide and first in North America. The rankings measured over 1,700 post-secondary institutions on their work to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
From Nobel Prize-winning research exploring the building blocks of the universe to cancer care and treatment to sustainable technologies, our university is tackling humanity’s most pressing challenges.
A member of the U15 group of Canadian research universities, Queen’s is home to a vibrant research community that includes 33 Canada Research Chairs and over 20 research institutes who work in partnership with communities, governments, and industry to advance research and innovation, making a measured impact on Canada and the world.
How to Apply
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority, including any qualified individuals who have a valid legal work status in Canada. Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool.
In addition, the impact of certain circumstances that may legitimately affect a nominee’s record of research achievement will be given careful consideration when assessing the nominee’s research productivity. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions.
The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Barbra Lalonde, Manager in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Barbra Lalonde: [email protected].
Those interested in this position should submit a complete application package to Barbra Lalonde at the email above, including the following documents:
- a cover letter, indicating whether or not you have a valid legal work status in Canada
- a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications);
- a statement of research interests;
- a statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and evaluations if available); and,
- a writing sample from recent research.
- a statement of experience with, and commitment to, facilitation and promotion of Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility; and,
- Three letters of reference to be sent directly to Barbra Lalonde at [email protected]
The deadline for applications is December 1, 2025.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Debra Clinton at [email protected].
Applicants are encouraged to send all documents in their application packages electronically as PDFs labelled to Barbra Lalonde, at [email protected] or through https://www.kbrs.ca/Career/17616629909510000008jpv using the “Apply Now” button. Note, we will also accept hard copies of applications, which can be delivered to the below address:
Barbra Lalonde, Department Manager
School of Policy Studies
Macintosh Corry Hall, E208
68 University Avenue
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario CANADA K7L 3N6
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