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Research Assistant for Robotics and Social Equity Project
General purpose humanoid robots are currently being developed at an accelerated pace to help mitigate increasing labour shortages in aging populations worldwide. However, it is unclear if and how these robots may contribute to reinforcing social inequities. To help answer this question, the Critical Media Lab, in collaboration with the Calgary Human-Robot Collaboration lab and the Waterloo RoboHub, would be looking for a Graduate Research Assistant.
Responsibilities:
The Graduate Research Assistant will work under the supervision of Drs. Marcel O'Gorman, Marie Charbonneau and Brandon DeHart to undertake the following tasks:
Collecting and analyzing relevant literature to identify:
dominant narratives in humanoid robotics
what studies have been conducted to understand the potential effects of humanoid robots on society, and
what is yet to be explored to understand the impacts of humanoid robotic developments.
Organizing findings into a manuscript for subsequent publication
Meeting regularly with the supervisors to discuss progress
Qualifications:
Registered graduate student at the University of Waterloo or University of Calgary in a related discipline
Information collection, organization, analysis, and report writing
Strong oral and written communication skills
[Asset] Knowledge and experience in robotics
[Asset] Knowledge and experience in science and technology studies
[Asset] Knowledge and experience in philosophy of technology
[Asset] Previous research and publishing experience
Expected start date: May 1, 2025
Term: Spring/Summer term
Compensation: $8,236.50
How to apply:
Candidates are encouraged to submit their application by email to Dr. Marcel O'Gorman (marcel@uwaterloo.ca). The application should include a cover letter, resume, copy of transcript and contact information for 2 references.
Assistant Professor, Tenure-track Game Studies
Brock University is one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities, a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara, ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and ranked top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise.
We are looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.
Post End Date:
Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .
March 7, 2025
About Brock University
With a student population of more than 19,000, Brock is renowned for its exceptional campus experience and high level of student satisfaction. Brock offers 150 undergraduate and graduate degrees in six academic faculties and is home to world-class instructors and researchers making breakthroughs of all kinds each and every day. Founded in 1964 by the Niagara community, Brock remains a proud partner committed to improving the vitality of the region even as it extends its global reach.
Our Geography
Brock is located on a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in the Niagara Region of Ontario, Canada. This unique region intersects Lakes Ontario and Erie and is home to nearly 500,000 residents. Brock is one of the region’s top employers, and is a significant contributor to the economic, intellectual and cultural fabric of the area. Niagara provides abundant recreation, cultural, and lifestyle options and is just a short drive from the Greater Toronto Area and the United States border.
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 Brock University Faculty Association Collective Agreement.
About the Department of Digital Humanities
The Department of Digital Humanities (DDH) houses two undergraduate programs—Interactive Arts and Science (IASC) and GAME (in partnership with the Department of Computer Science and Niagara College). At the graduate level, the DDH offers Canada’s first MA in Game Studies program. The DDH also features industry-grade facilities, including open access student labs, drawing tablets, a sound booth, access to motion capture equipment, and our newly formed STAR lab. The DDH serves Brock students pursuing studies in a wide range of interactive media disciplines within and beyond the Faculty of Humanities. Learn more at brocku.ca/dh.
About the position
The DDH at Brock University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Game Studies. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. Responsibilities include:
- pursuing innovative and impactful research;
- establishing a competitive, externally funded research program;
- teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in games and interactive media studies;
- supervising graduate and undergraduate students;
- serving on departmental, faculty, and/or university-level committees.
Brock University and the DDH value experiential learning. The successful candidate will be expected to integrate hands-on, practice-based approaches into their teaching, reflecting our commitment to student-centered learning.
Qualifications
Candidates should hold a PhD or other terminal degree in Game Studies, Digital Humanities, Media Studies, Communications, or a related field, and have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.
The ideal candidates will have expertise in one or more of the following areas related to games: analysis, design and development, artificial intelligence (including critical AI studies), communities, histories, experimental games, and/or the social and cultural implications of games. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the development of our undergraduate and graduate programs.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate research excellence through publications in top-tier journals, presentations at significant conferences, and a proven ability to attract external research funding. Candidates whose research incorporates interdisciplinary and socially engaged approaches are particularly encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants who draw from diverse methodologies and perspectives, including feminist, queer, and decolonial approaches. Evidence of teaching excellence is required, including a teaching dossier that includes a record of student engagement and innovative teaching practices. Letters of reference will be requested from short-listed candidates.
This position supports Brock’s strategic priorities, including building research capacity, fostering inclusivity and diversity, and expanding the interdisciplinary scope of our programs. The new hire will benefit from collaborations with Niagara College, the Department of Computer Science, and other units on campus. The department is particularly interested in candidates who contribute to the diversity of perspectives within the field of Game Studies and who can help shape the future of the discipline at Brock and beyond.
To Apply:
All documents must be submitted in electronic format (a single well-organized PDF document is preferred) via the online application system. (Note: file maximum of 5MB per attachment upload.) Candidates must submit a letter of application, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching interests, evidence of high-quality teaching, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references as part of their application. Digital portfolios and other demonstrations of research excellence may be linked within the letter of application.
The closing date for applications is March 7th, 2025 at 12:01am. Inquiries should be directed to Jason Hawreliak, Associate Professor of Game Studies and Hiring Committee Chair, jhawreliak@brocku.ca.
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 https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf. Please advise: talent@brocku.ca 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.
Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca
Assistant Professor - Asian North American Literature
The Department of English in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Asian North American Literature. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.
Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in English with a focus on Asian North American Literature (e.g., Asian American Literature, Asian Canadian Literature and/or Transpacific Literatures) or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter. Particular expertise in Asian American Literature and/or any of the following additional fields would be an asset: creative writing, critical race studies, diaspora and transnational studies, digital humanities, or poetry. The successful candidate must have a demonstrated record of excellence in both teaching and research. Teaching and research skills will also need to be demonstrated in the context of interviews and during an on-campus scholarly presentation. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing.
Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Department of English offers the opportunity to teach and to pursue research at the highest level. The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant scholarly community at the University of Toronto that is committed to anti-racist research and pedagogy.
For more information about the Department of English, please visit www.english.utoronto.ca.
University of Guelph - Assistant Professor in Interdisciplinary Programs, Culture and Technology Studies
The College of Arts at the University of Guelph invites applications for a Contractually Limited Appointment (2-year term), cross-appointed in the School of English and Theatre Studies (SETS) and Interdisciplinary Programs (IDP) at the rank of Assistant Professor (non-tenured). The appointment will begin on 1 August 2024. CLA faculty teach 6 courses per academic year (usually 3 – 3). The successful candidate will teach in the Culture & Technology Studies (CTS) program and the English (ENGL) program.
Applicants must possess a PhD in a related field, have university teaching experience in digital humanities and in some aspect of literary studies, broadly conceived, along with a program of research that incorporates an understanding of digital humanities methodologies, design, critical frameworks, or practices. The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of, and an ability to teach, an introductory programming language, preferably Python or R. Applications must include a record of publishing or teaching that incorporates considerations of race, gender, sexuality, ability, ethics, or the perspectives of equity-seeking groups in digital humanities contexts, and the capacity to teach a range of courses in the Culture and Technology Studies and English programs.
Assessment of applications will begin on June 11, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit the following materials (preferably as a single PDF file): (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a brief statement of teaching philosophy; (4) an IEDI statement (5) names and complete contact information for three references. These references will only be contacted if the candidate is shortlisted.
Applications should be sent to the attention of Professor Sally Hickson, Director, SETS, via email to Marie Ann O'Neill at artsidp@uoguelph.ca