Job ID

75752

Job Title

Contractually Limited Appointment (CLA); Department of Health, Aging & Society

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/04/29

Job Type

Contractualy Limited =12

Close Date

2026/05/28

Employee Group

Academic

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Department

Health, Aging and Society

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Job Code

000872

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Contract Duration

12.1 Months

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Job Description

Position Description

McMaster University’s Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications for a one-year, full-time Contractually Limited Appointment (CLA) position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Aging & Society, located on the main university campus for the period July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027.

Applicants must have the ability to teach social sciences courses which cut across the curricula of gerontology, aging studies, and health studies and have demonstrated familiarity with research methods for the social sciences.

The successful applicant must have a PhD in an appropriate discipline in the Social Sciences, or with an appropriate specialization in the Social Sciences, ideally with expertise in health and/or aging, or a related discipline, by the time of the appointment. The applicant must also demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching and a willingness and ability to contribute to the department’s collegial and collaborative intellectual community as well as university-wide inclusive excellence goals and priorities. The successful applicant will teach undergraduate level courses, typically seven 3-unit courses over two terms, which could include large introductory courses and some courses offered in the evening.

McMaster University is a globally renowned institution of higher learning and a research community committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being. McMaster has a vision to achieve international distinction for creativity, innovation, and excellence as a student-centered, research-intensive university. McMaster’s Faculty of Social Sciences comprises over 130 faculty members advancing education and research in collaboration with one or more of the Faculty’s 13 schools, departments and program areas. Its disciplines are preparing societal leaders to respond to economic, political, and cultural shifts in Canada and abroad. Discover more about the Faculty of Social Sciences and the City of Hamilton.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of racialized communities (“visible minorities”), persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

We invite all applicants to complete a brief Diversity Survey as part of the application process. It takes approximately two minutes to complete. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. All information collected is confidential and will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the applicant pool and to promote a fair, equitable and inclusive talent acquisition process. Inquiries about the Diversity Survey may be directed to hr.empequity@mcmaster.ca.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact Kristine Esipritu at espirit@mcmaster.ca to communicate accommodation needs.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following materials through the University’s electronic portal: https://hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/ [Job Opening #75752] by May 25, 2026 to:

Dr. Meridith Griffin, Department Chair
Department of Health, Aging & Society
KTH 226 – McMaster University, 1280 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON L8S 4M4

• a letter of application together with a curriculum vitae and a statement on teaching interests and philosophy (including evidence of teaching effectiveness);
• a brief statement describing any contributions you have made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, research, or service within higher education, community-based or other profession settings (2-page maximum);
• a list of courses that the applicant has taught and/or could teach at the first-, second-, third-, and fourth-year levels, along with a sample course outline;
• letters of recommendation from three referees should be sent directly to Dr. Meridith Griffin, Department Chair: griffmb@mcmaster.ca

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The effective date of appointment is negotiable, but July 1, 2026 is preferred. All applicants will receive an online confirmation of receipt of their application; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University gathers information about applicants’ status as either a permanent resident of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements:

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Direct any inquiries about this position to Kristine Espiritu, Academic Department Manager: espirit@mcmaster.ca

Pay Transparency Statement

The starting salary for Lecturers will not be less than $79,345, and will be determined based on rank, discipline, experience, and qualifications. Salaries for faculty members progress through a Career Progress/Merit Plan; average salaries by rank and Faculty for previous academic years can be found here.

Pay Transparency Statement

The starting salary for Assistant professors will not be less than $94,167, and will be determined based on rank, discipline, experience, and qualifications. Salaries for faculty members progress through a Career Progress/Merit Plan; average salaries by rank and Faculty for previous academic years can be found here.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

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AI Statement

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