Tenure-track position in International Digital Law, School of International Policy and Governanace

Faculty/Academic Area: School of Int'l Policy & Governance 

Department: N/A 

Campus: Waterloo 

Employee Group: WLUFA 

Requisition ID: 11188 

Tenure-track appointment in International Digital Law in the School of International Policy and Governance, Wilfrid Laurier University

The School of International Policy and Governance invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the field of international digital law, beginning Fall of 2026, subject to budgetary approval. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in the proposed Master of Laws (LLM) in International Digital Governance as well as in the Digital Policy Innovation Stream of the existing Master of International Public Policy (MIPP), both of which are housed at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the program and curricular life of the LLM and MIPP, including developing and leading experiential learning opportunities for students. Further, the successful candidate will participate in the research and project activities of the Balsillie Legal Advisory Centre https://balsillieschool.ca/research/centres/balsillie-legal-advisory-centre/.

Anticipated Salary Range: $110K-160K. Actual salary to be commensurate with experience.

Qualifications for the position include a J.D./LL.B; and a graduate degree in law or a related field. The candidate must have demonstrated expertise in the area of international digital law and governance. Preference will be given to those with teaching experience and research specialization in the knowledge economy and intangible assets, digital trade law, AI governance, privacy law and/or intellectual property. Candidates should also have a demonstrated ability to place legal traditions in dialogue with comparative policy approaches from around the world and at the international level. Experience with program administration and curriculum development, leadership in student experiential learning, as well as engagement with policy practice and international organizations would be considered assets. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service commensurate with level of career development.

Applicants should submit: a letter of application (addressed to Dr. Alistair Edgar, Associate Dean, School of International Policy and Governance), curriculum vitae, a research statement (maximum 2 pages), up to two samples of written work, teaching dossier or other evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., statement of teaching philosophy/interests, up to two sample syllabi, course evaluations – maximum 20 pages), and the names and contact information for three referees who can speak to the candidate’s teaching, scholarship, and service qualifications.

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Electronic submission of applications will be accepted until June 26, 2026, 11:59 PM

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier’s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obligated to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenships; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements in their cover letter: 

Yes, I am a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada;

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

Members of designated groups must self-identify to be considered for employment equity. Candidates may self-identify, in confidence, to Dr. Heidi Northwood, Provost and Vice-President: Academic (hnorthwood@wlu.ca). Further information on the equity policy can be found at https://www.wlu.ca/about/governance/assets/resources/8.4-employment-equity.html

Applicants are encouraged to address any career interruptions or special circumstances that may have affected their record of research and teaching, in accordance with SSHRC and NSERC definitions and guidelines. To obtain a copy of this job description in an accessible format, please contact Maureen Ferraro (mferraro@wlu.ca).

The School of International Policy and Governance wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the Search Committee, and a shortlist of candidates shall be interviewed. Only those applicants selected for the shortlist will be contacted.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a CV and letter of introduction will be required in electronic form.