University of the Fraser Valley: Organic Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, or Physical/Theoretical Chemistry

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is nationally recognized for its emphasis on teaching excellence, experiential and applied education, community engagement, and Indigenization. UFV is the school of choice for over 15,000 students. With six campuses and centres, UFV offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts, sciences, and professional studies, as well as trades and technology education, university preparation, and continuing education.

At UFV, we are dedicated to changing lives and building community. Our educational goals are to prioritize learning everywhere; be flexible and responsive; collaborate across boundaries; develop local and global citizenship; and integrate experiential learning. A British Columbia “Top Employer”, we are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive and dynamic learning and working environment that is fair and respectful of everyone. Our culturally diverse employee and student populations reflect the local, national, international and Indigenous communities we serve. If you see yourself as a lifelong member of a community that values and nurtures innovation and creativity, cultivates leadership and citizenship, and where success builds on success, you belong at UFV.

Posting details

The department of Chemistry invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in Organic Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, or Physical/Theoretical Chemistry at an Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory general and organic chemistry courses as well as specialized courses related to the candidate’s field(s) of expertise. Candidates will be expected to maintain an independent research program (research in chemical education in the applicant’s field is acceptable), achieve excellence in Teaching and Learning, and participate in service opportunities both on an intra-institutional level and within the community.

Given UFV’s position in British Columbia’s academic environment, applicants who share our passion for, and commitment to, excellence in undergraduate teaching in a student-centered environment, and can successfully integrate their scholarship and research into their teaching, will be given primary consideration. Excellence in teaching or teaching potential will be demonstrated by exceptional communication skills, preferably with teaching experience at the undergraduate level, and a feasible plan to include undergraduate students as the driving force behind a proposed research program. Excellence in research should be commensurate with the applicants implied level of experience. An ability to teach and explore new knowledge across traditional disciplinary boundaries, and use of innovative methods in teaching will be considered an asset.

Consideration will also be made for applicants eager to actively participate in departmental activities, service, events, and initiatives. A commitment to an ongoing program of professional development is required.  We particularly encourage applications from Indigenous scholars, teachers or researchers.

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Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Organic Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, or Physical/Theoretical Chemistry, or solid indication of imminent completion. Other fields closely related to organic chemistry will also be considered. Post-Doc experience, and teaching experience preferred.

How to apply

The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on March 31, 2019; however, the position will remain open until filled.

Interested applicants should submit their applications to UFV Human Resources. Application packages should include the following: Cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy statement, teaching evaluations, sample course plans (if applicable to the applicant), a two-page NSERC-style research proposal, examples of successful projects (if other than publications), select publications, student evaluations, three (3) letters of reference (submitted separately). The application package (minus the letters of reference) must be compiled as a single PDF file. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.  Direct your application referring to Posting #2018.256to:

Email application to: hrinfo@ufv.ca

Human Resources
University of the Fraser Valley
33844 King Road, Abbotsford, BC, Canada V2S 7M8
Phone: (604) 854-4554
Fax: (604) 854-1538 
Website: ufv.ca

Find out how to prepare your application

Please note:

• We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment.
• Incomplete applications will not be processed.
• In order to be environmentally and fiscally responsible, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Short-listed candidates may undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials, as required.
• Shortlisted applicants for staff positions will be required to provide copies of their most recent evaluation summary.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. 

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.