Thursday, June 8, 2017

Ryerson University: Limited Term Teaching Positions

Three (3) Limited Term Faculty Positions in Biology and Chemistry
Department of Chemistry and Biology

The Department of Chemistry and Biology at Ryerson University invites applications for three (3) Limited Term Faculty (LTF) positions: one (1) in Biology and two (2) in Chemistry. These positions are subject to final budgetary approval. The appointments will be at the Assistant Professor level and will commence August 1, 2017, or as soon as possible thereafter. Individuals with a cumulative total of three (3) or more years of previous service at Ryerson University as an LTF are not eligible for consideration in this competition.

The Department of Chemistry and Biology offers B.Sc. programs in Biology, Chemistry, and Biomedical Sciences and is the home department for M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in Molecular Science.  http://www.ryerson.ca/cab/

The successful candidate for the Biology LTF position is expected to have a Ph.D. degree in Biology and post-secondary teaching experience. The position will have teaching and course management obligations for a range of instruction of first year general biology, second year biochemistry, as well as laboratory and course coordination duties for general biology. The duration of this appointment is for 24 months.

The successful candidate for first General Chemistry LTF position is expected to have a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry and post-secondary teaching experience. The position will have teaching and service obligations for a range of instruction of first year general chemistry teaching and laboratory coordination. The duration of this appointment is 36 months.

The successful candidate for the second Organic Chemistry LTF position is expected to have a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry and post-secondary teaching experience. The position will have teaching and service obligations for a range of instruction of second year organic chemistry and laboratory coordination. The duration of this appointment is 24 months.

Candidates, for all positions, must have a demonstrated commitment to and meaningful experience with the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will be expected to demonstrate their ability to work with a diverse student population. Candidates must also demonstrate evidence of high-quality teaching and capacity for collegial service. 

Completed applications will consist of a curriculum vitae, a statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy and experience, and the names and contact information of three (3) referees. Applicants should clearly indicate which position(s) they are applying for. Please indicate in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. Applications and any confidential inquiries should be sent by email to cabchair@ryerson.ca, attention of Dr. Joseph McPhee, Chair, Department Hiring Committee, Department of Chemistry and Biology as a single PDF attachment. Ryerson University will not be responsible for material that is not received. The deadline for applications is June 21, 2017. Aboriginal candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Ms. Tracey King, M.Ed., Aboriginal HR Consultant, Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Initiative, at t26king@ryerson.ca.

At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada's leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Ryerson University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto's Top Employer for both 2015 and 2016. To learn more about our work environment, colleagues, leaders, students and innovative educational environment, visit www.ryerson.ca, check out @RyersonU@RyersonHR and @RyersonEDI on Twitter, and visit our LinkedIn company page.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA). 


  • The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here
  • The RFA's website can be found at: www.rfanet.ca.
  • A summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

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