YukonU Social Work Research Chair Role

Join Yukon University as a Research Chair in Northern Social Work. Lead transformative research that directly impacts Indigenous communities and enhances social work education.

This Research Chair role focuses on deepening Yukon University’s commitment to social work in the North. The Chair will spearhead the creation of a new social work degree informed by relevant local research, emphasizing Yukon First Nations’ perspectives. You will cultivate research productivity and mentorship, while integrating trauma-informed practices within curriculum development.

Key Responsibilities:
• Establish a rigorous research agenda for social work
• Align social work curriculum with current research findings
• Engage with Yukon First Nations for collaborative research
• Mentor students in research methodologies and projects
• Advocate for decolonized practices in social work education

Requirements:
• PhD or equivalent Indigeno...