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Position summary: Assisting in the coordination of all aspects of the Indigenous Field Studies course including assisting the in the development of course activities, contacting potential speakers from the community, finding appropriate venues for diverse activities, organising camp sites, acting as liaison with community members leading up to and during the field week, assisting with the payment of fees and honoraria, and organising gifts for speakers.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will have the following qualifications

• Graduate degree in related field
• In-depth knowledge of the community in Kanehsatake including relationships with community stakeholders
• Knowledge of Indigenous history, policy and social realities

Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the following:

• Indigenous cultures and worldviews, with a particular emphasis on Iroquoian teachings;
• Indigenous customs, values and ways of life;
• The intergenerational effects of colonization and Canadian policies on contemporary Indigenous society; and,
• Holistic approaches to learning about Indigenous culture through physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual component

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

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All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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