Windsor University: Tenure-track faculty position in inorganic chemistry

Job Posting Number:
002083TT-2019-CHE

Deadline Date: 

Sunday, September 30, 2018 - 23:45

The University of Windsor’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, in the Faculty of Science, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Inorganic Chemistry, commencing July 1, 2019.  This position is subject to final University budgetary approval.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs of study in chemistry and biochemistry.  Faculty members have active research programs in a variety of areas, which include synthetic inorganic and organic chemistry, materials science, surface science, solid-state chemistry and biological chemistry. For more information about the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, visit our website at www.uwindsor.ca/chemistry.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and lead a vigorous research program in the field of inorganic chemistry, and to attract external research funding and supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.  In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in collaborative activities within the research community, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (http://www.uwindsor.ca/chemistry/), and participate in other educational, administrative and professional activities.

Individuals with a Ph.D. in Chemistry, preferably supported by postdoctoral experience and a strong track record of publications and scientific advancements in inorganic chemistry research are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to: i) develop a vibrant research program supported by external funding. ii) lead a productive research group in the Chemistry and Biochemistry department, with a focus on inorganic chemistry and the active mentoring of B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. students: iii) teach courses in inorganic chemistry and related topics at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Application Requirements

• a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status;
• a detailed and current curriculum vitae;
• a two-page outline of research interests and accomplishments;
• a draft NSERC Discovery Grant research proposal (up to 5 pages);
• samples of scholarly writing, including (if applicable) clear indications of your contribution to any jointly authored pieces;
• three (3) current letters of reference forwarded directly by the referees to the Department Head at the address or email listed below.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.  The short-listed candidates may be invited to provide further information in support of their applications.  To ensure full consideration, complete an online application (http://www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions) found on the job advertisement, and ensure letters of reference are submitted by the deadline date of September 30, 2018.  Applications may be considered after the deadline date; however, acceptance of late submissions is at the discretion of the appointments committee.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION

When completing the online application, please reference:

Position number: 002083TT-2019-CHE

Questions and Reference Letters to be sent to:
Dr. James Gauld, Acting Head, Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Science
University of Windsor, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, Ontario, Canada N9B 3P4
Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 3925, E-mail: chembiohead@uwindsor.ca

The University of Windsor is a comprehensive research and teaching institution with more than 15,500 students.  We are a welcoming community committed to equity and diversity in our teaching, learning, and work environments.  In pursuit of the University's Employment Equity Plan, members from the designated groups (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.  If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Faculty Recruitment Coordinator (recruit@uwindsor.ca). Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility (http://www.uwindsor.ca/ohrea).  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.