Job Description

Tenure Track Faculty Position (Saskatoon) - Nursing
The College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan invites applications from qualified individuals for a full time, tenure track faculty position (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor). This position will be located at our Saskatoon campus.
The College of Nursing specializes in community-engaged health and nursing, health equity, and health systems and education research. We seek to be leaders in innovative technologies related to teaching and learning. Our "Learn Where You Live" approach to nursing education delivery is unique in Western Canada. We foster the development of rural and remote nursing education, interprofessional education, and Indigenous collaboration. College of Nursing researchers seek to improve health for individuals, families, and communities locally and globally.
The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Metis. 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.
Candidates must have completed a PhD, have an identified program of research/scholarship, and must also be eligible for registration with College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan(CRNS). Preference will be given to candidates currently registered with CRNS or RN's who are currently licensed in another Canadian province or territory.
Salary bands for this position for the 2025-2026 academic year are as follows:
Assistant Professor: $110,489 to $131,909; Associate Professor: $131,909 to $153,329; and Professor $153,329 to $178,319.
This position includes a comprehensive benefits package including a pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefit, dental plan, extended health and vision care plan, employee assistance program, and flexible health and wellness spending program. An attractive faculty research start-up package is also available for the successful candidate.
Interested candidates must submit a cover letter explaining their interest in the position, a detailed curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, statement of teaching experience, and program of research/scholarship. Please also include letters from three referees. Please submit all documents to:
University of Saskatchewan, College of Nursing Search Committee
c/o Heather Helt, Assistant to the Search Committee
Email: heather.helt@usask.ca
Applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The College of Nursing thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026.
Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask 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.
Status: Tenure Track
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.00
Posted Date: 11/13/2025
Closing Date: 12/23/2025
The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: .
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact for assistance.

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