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posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). The
Institute for Gender, Sexuality, and Feminist Studies (IGSF) at McGill
University, Montreal, Canada invites applications for the position of Muriel
Gold Visiting Professor. This nil-salary position is open to applicants wishing
to spend one or two academic terms (Fall 2026 and/or Winter 2027) in residence
at McGill to carry out research on gender, sexuality or feminist studies. The
Institute is located at the center of a stimulating, bilingual, urban
environment in the city of Montreal. It offers workspace and support, an ongoing
seminar program, and contact with faculty members at McGill and neighboring
Montreal universities. To be eligible, applicants must hold a faculty position
in another academic institution. The position is ideal for those with research
leave funding, a portable research fellowship, or sabbatical. Research funding
of up to $5,000 is available from the IGSF. Visiting professors participate in
our work-in-progress series and have an opportunity to present and discuss their
research with an engaged and enthusiastic research community. While we may be
able to provide administrative advice on the following matters, we ask that IGSF
visiting professors assume full responsibility on matters relating to visa
applications, health insurance, housing and living expenses. Please note in
particular that Canada does not pay for hospital or medical services for
visitors. We ask all visiting professors to secure health insurance for the
duration of the stay in Canada. Apply on Workday Required documents: • One-page
proposal describing the research to be undertaken while in residence • A copy or
link to a recent publication • An up-to-date curriculum vitae • An indication of
the potential period of tenure as Muriel Gold Visiting Professor This position
is nil-salary. Deadline to apply: February 15, 2026 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. McGill
implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated
equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable
treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the
implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets
of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of
the application process may contact, in confidence,
accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca. All qualified applicants are encouraged to
apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians
and permanent residents will be given priority. Located in one of the world’s
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