University of British Columbia: Canada Excellence Research Chair Opportunity in Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences

 Canada Excellence Research Chair Opportunity in Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Vancouver campus is recruiting an outstanding researcher to be nominated for the Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Environmental Geochemistry. The CERC program, Canada’s highest research chair appointment, is designed to attract and support world-renowned researchers and their teams to Canada. The successful applicant will be nominated for a Canada Excellence Research Chair. The CERC nomination is subject to review and final approval by the CERC Secretariat. The CERC award, if successful, will be for $1M per year for eight years.

UBC consistently ranks among the top 20 public universities in the world, and is a renowned global center for teaching, learning and research. Since 1915, UBC has been opening doors of opportunity for people with the curiosity, drive and vision to shape a better world. Today, our students, faculty and staff come from around the world and our international research partnerships and publications help us collaborate on a global scale. UBC is proud to nurture and transform the lives of more than 65,000 students from Canada and 140+ countries around the world.

The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Environmental Geochemistry provides a unique opportunity for a leading scholar bridging fundamental research in environmental chemistry and human health, while supporting science-based public policy. The candidate’s research will span a range of disciplines to better understand how pollutants released by human activity interact with natural ecosystems, and the interplay between environmental toxicants, global change and human and ecological health. This CERC will engage with an extraordinary group of interdisciplinary colleagues in shaping the future of environmental geochemistry and public policy, addressing key strategic priorities within EOAS, the Faculty of Science and UBC.

UBC has world-class research strength in environmental geochemistry, Earth and marine sciences, fisheries science, sustainability, public health and policy. The proposed host department, EOAS, is one of the most academically-diverse and productive of its kind in Canada, encompassing a wide range of disciplines from geochemistry, geology and geological engineering to oceanography and atmospheric science. UBC consistently ranks among the top 10-15 universities globally in the field of Earth and marine sciences. The diversity of research and analytical instrumentation in EOAS will provide the CERC with a broad intellectual context and cutting-edge tools to explore inter-disciplinary research questions. Of particular note, the Pacific Center for Isotopic and Geochemical Research (PCIGR, housed in EOAS) is among the most advanced analytical facilities in the world for geochemical research, with state-of-the-art instrumentation for ultra-sensitive and precise analysis of trace elements and isotopes in a range of Earth system materials. Other departments at UBC, including the Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries (IOF) and the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability (IRES), are global leaders in the development of sustainable approaches to managing Earth’s ecological resources.

As a faculty member and CERC chair holder, the successful candidate will be expected to advance UBC Faculty of Science objectives such as ‘working for the benefit of society’ and ‘participating in public debate, decision-making and policy, and education on critical scientific issues’. The candidate will also be expected to lead a strong, externally-funded research program, to supervise graduate and undergraduate students and postdoctoral fellows, collaborate with other faculty members, and actively participate in teaching and service to the Department, University, and academic/scientific community.

In addition to the above, candidates must:

• have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
• be an internationally-recognized leader of a (multi- and inter-disciplinary) research program with at least (10 years) of internationally-competitive research experience in Environmental Geochemistry
• demonstrated leadership in research and teaching that is creative, innovative, and collaboration-based

CERC holders will have a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to creating a welcoming community where those who are historically, persistently, or systemically marginalized are treated equitably, feel respected, and belong. UBC recognizes that inclusion is built by individual and institutional responsibility through continuous engagement with diversity to inspire people, ideas, and actions for a better world. As Canada’s highest research chair appointees, UBC CERCs will have a unique and profound impact on our commitments to these values.

It is expected that the successful candidate will qualify for a full-time appointment at the rank of professor, or senior associate professor to be promoted to professor within one or two years of the nomination. Nominees from outside the academic sector must possess the qualifications necessary to be appointed at these levels. The anticipated start date will be no later than July 1, 2023. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and is subject to final budgetary approval. Competitive start-up packages, relocation, housing assistance and infrastructure development funds will be provided.

CERC nominees are not restricted by their nationality or their country of residence. Non-Canadian Chairholders may work in Canada under the procedures by Employment and Social Development Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. In some cases, a work permit may be expedited.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

UBC is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, non-discriminatory and accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. UBC is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require accommodations or have questions about UBC benefits, services or accommodations policies, please contact Sue Lebrun at sue.lebrun@ubc.ca in Workplace Health Services.

UBC recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leaves, illness or disability, COVID-19 impacts) can have on research achievement and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how interruptions have had an impact on their career.

To apply: Interested candidates must follow the application instructions at https://www.eoas.ubc.ca/cerc-eoas-1. Complete applications will include a detailed curriculum vitae, a research statement, an equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) statement, and the names and contact information of three references. As part of the application process, applicants will be asked to complete a voluntary employment equity survey.

Review of applications will begin on May 24, 2022.

The UBC Vancouver campus is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people. UBC is dedicated to be a world leader in the implementation of Indigenous people's human rights and is guided in a mission of reconciliation as articulated and called for by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. It is firmly committed to recruiting Indigenous faculty, students, and staff as outlined in its Indigenous Strategic Plan. As one of the world's leading universities, UBC creates an exceptional learning and research environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada, and the world.

University of Toronto: Canada Excellence Research Chair in Artificial Intelligence for Materials and Molecular Discovery

Associate Professor/Professor - Artificial Intelligence for Materials and Molecular Discovery

Date Posted: 04/11/2022

Closing Date: 05/16/2022, 11:59PM ET

Req ID: 23579

Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering

Department: Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry

Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of artificial intelligence for materials and molecular discovery. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2023. 

The successful candidate may also be nominated for a Canada Excellence Research Chair in Artificial Intelligence for Materials and Molecular Discovery, valued at $1 million/year for eight years.  The Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) program is intended to support world‑renowned researchers and their teams in establishing ambitious research programs at Canadian universities. Nominees to the CERC opportunity will be internationally leading researchers whose proposed research program aligns with one or more of the Government of Canada’s Science, Technology and Innovation priority areas. 

The successful candidate will be reviewed by the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence for consideration of appointment as a Faculty Member or Faculty Affiliate and will be considered for a non-budgetary cross appointment with the Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Arts & Science. 

Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in chemical, environmental or materials engineering or in applied chemistry or a related area, with a clearly demonstrated exceptional record of excellence in research, service, training, and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths . The successful candidate will be an internationally recognized research leader in artificial intelligence for materials and molecular discovery research whose accomplishments have made a major impact on the field and/or societal impact. Candidates will be expected to sustain and lead innovative research that will advance the global frontiers of knowledge in the field, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario is a desirable qualification.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence, which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades, evidence of  impact on the field and/or societal impact, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing.

Candidates must also possess a strong demonstrated record of service to the research community (e.g. service on peer review committees, faculty recruitment committees, advisory committees) and a demonstrated record of attracting and mentoring a diverse group of students, trainees, and research personnel, and establishing an equitable and inclusive research environment. Nominees to the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program will be expected to develop and implement a plan for establishing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive research and training environment. 

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are essential to academic excellence and to the success of our department. Evidence of a commitment to EDI will be demonstrated by a statement describing views, experiences and/or plans furthering EDI via teaching mentorship, outreach, and/or other activities.

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leaves, slowdowns due to illness or disability, impacts of COVID-19) can have on a nominee’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the review and assessment of application materials. 

Information on the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry’s academic plan is available at https://chem-eng.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/2015ChemE_SS_pg9-10_insert-.pdf. For more information on the Department, please visit www.chem-eng.utoronto.ca.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; one recent publication; a teaching dossier to include a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations; and an EDI statement (as outlined above). 

Applicants must also arrange to have three (3) letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead, dated, and signed) to chair.chemeng@utoronto.ca by the closing date.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format (maximum file size of 10 MB per attachment). If you have any questions about this position, please contact at chair.chemeng@utoronto.ca. 

All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by May 16, 2022. 

In order to meet the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program timelines, the University of Toronto must select and confirm the nominee in advance of the registration deadline of September 15, 2022, with a full nomination package submitted to the Program by October 13, 2022. 

The Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program does not impose any restrictions regarding nationality or country of residence of the nominee. However, given the Program’s focus on the attraction of outstanding researchers to Canadian institutions, the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry will prioritize the nomination of those candidates who currently hold an academic appointment outside of Canada. 

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. 

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP. 

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. 

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. 

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca. 

For further information on the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program, including eligibility criteria, please consult the Program website.

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Associate-ProfessorProfessor-Artificial-Intelligence-for-Materials-and-Molecular-Discovery-ON/558463417/

University of Toronto: Canada Excellence Research Chair in Medicinal Chemistry, AI/Machine Learning and Computational Chemistry, Chemical Biology valued at $1 million/year for 8 years.

Req. Title: Associate Professor/Professor - Computational Chemistry

External Posting Description:

The Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invite applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of computational chemistry applied to medicinal chemistry and chemical biology. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2023. 

 

The successful candidate will hold an appointment as a Senior Scientist or an Affiliate Scientist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre at the University Health Network (UHN).

 

Successful candidates may also be nominated for a Canada Excellence Research Chair in Medicinal Chemistry, AI/Machine Learning and Computational Chemistry, Chemical Biology valued at $1 million/year for 8 years. The Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) program is intended to support world‑renowned researchers and their teams in establishing ambitious research programs at Canadian universities. Nominees to the CERC opportunity will be internationally leading researchers whose proposed research program aligns with one or more of the Government of Canada’s Science, Technology and Innovation priority areas.

 

Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry or a related area, with a clearly demonstrated exceptional record of excellence in research, service, training, and teaching. We seek exceptional candidates with expertise in computational chemistry and machine learning methodologies in the context of medicinal chemistry and chemical biology with a focus on cancer and other therapeutics. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and build upon existing strengths in the Department of Chemistry. The successful candidate will be an internationally recognized research leader in medicinally or biologically focussed computational chemistry whose accomplishments have made a major impact on the field and/or societal impact. Candidates will be expected to sustain and lead innovative research that will advance the global frontiers of knowledge in the field, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

 

The successful candidate will also be reviewed by the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence for consideration of appointment as a Faculty Member or Faculty Affiliate and will be considered for a non-budgetary cross appointment with the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering. Additionally, the successful candidate will be affiliated with the Acceleration Consortium at the University of Toronto. 

 

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence, which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades, evidence of impact on the field and/or societal impact, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing. The submitted research statement will provide short- and long-term research plans which are discipline shaping.

 

Candidates must also possess a strong demonstrated record of service to the research community (e.g., service on peer review committees, faculty recruitment committees, advisory committees) and a demonstrated record of attracting and mentoring a diverse group of students, trainees, and research personnel, and establishing an equitable and inclusive research environment. Nominees to the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program will be expected to develop and implement a plan for establishing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive research and training environment.

 

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference.

 

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

The Department of Chemistry and the Faculty of Arts and Science recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leaves, slowdowns due to illness or disability, impacts of COVID-19) can have on a nominee’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the review and assessment of application materials.

 

About the Department of Chemistry and the University of Toronto

The Department of Chemistry is one of the largest departments within the Faculty of Arts and Science, with 60 faculty members, 30 staff and 350+ graduate students. Faculty research occurs in the areas of analytical, biological, computational/theoretical, environmental, inorganic, materials/polymer, organic, and physical chemistry. This research is often interdisciplinary in nature, and our researchers work with other departments, faculties, and institutions, as well as with broader research initiatives based at the University of Toronto and elsewhere. Established in 1859, the department takes pride in its teaching excellence, advanced research facilities and its development of distinguished scientists. The department has a wide variety of services including a library, chemical stores, electronics and computing facility, glassblowing shop, machine shop, general stores, analytical lab, NMR lab, mass spectrometry lab, materials imaging, and an X-Ray analysis lab.

 

Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto is one of the world’s top public research-intensive universities. Bringing together exceptional minds from every conceivable background and discipline to collaborate on the world’s most pressing challenges.

 

About Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is one of the world’s top cancer research institutes. Part of the University Health Network and affiliated with the University of Toronto, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is home to over 300 faculty clinicians and scientists. The Princess Margaret is world-renowned for ground-breaking cancer discoveries in areas including stem cells, genetics and epigenetics, and immune oncology. Seeing over 18,000 new patients per year, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has a vibrant clinical research program evaluating novel therapeutics with deep correlative studies and a basic research program developing cutting-edge technologies to study the multiple facets of carcinogenesis and therapy response. These technologies include single-cell sequencing and molecular profiling of liquid biopsies, enabling the characterization of tumor heterogeneity and evolution at an unprecedented resolution. Princess Margaret is a fully affiliated research hospital of the University of Toronto.

 

About the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence

The Vector Institute is an independent non-profit entity, with Members and Affiliates from the University of Toronto and other Canadian universities. It is supported with generous funding from the provincial and federal governments, as well as Canadian industry. The Vector Institute is located in the MaRS Discovery District building and houses over a hundred students, dozens of faculty members, hordes of state-of-the-art compute power, and an army of dedicated staff.

 

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; three recent publications; and a teaching dossier to include a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.

 

Applicants must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead, dated, and signed) to chem.chairassist@utoronto.ca by the closing date.

 

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format (maximum file size of 10 MB per attachment). If you have any questions about this position, please contact Ms. Stefanie Steele at chem.chairassist@utoronto.ca.

 

All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by May 17, 2022. 

 

In order to meet the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program timelines, the University of Toronto must select and confirm the nominee in advance of the registration deadline of September 15, 2022, with a full nomination package submitted to the Program by October 13, 2022.

 

The Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program does not impose any restrictions regarding nationality or country of residence of the nominee. However, given the Program’s focus on the attraction of outstanding researchers to Canadian institutions, the Department of Chemistry / Faculty of Arts and Science will prioritize the nomination of those candidates who currently hold an academic appointment outside of Canada.

 

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP. 

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

For further information on the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program, including eligibility criteria, please consult the Program website.

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Associate-ProfessorProfessor-Computational-Chemistry-ON/558528617/

 

University of Manitoba: Instructor I - Inorganic Chemistry and Indigenization

 The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a full-time probationary position at the rank of Instructor I with a focus on Inorganic Chemistry and Indigenization, commencing July 1st, 2022 or on a mutually agreed upon date. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Department seeks an emerging scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching and pedagogical development.  Preference will be given to those with teaching experience and Ph.D (preferred) or M.Sc. or other distinguishing attributes in Inorganic Chemistry and Indigenization. Duties may include undergraduate teaching, including live lecture, on-line and distance delivery formats, pedagogical/course development and assessment, and service-related activities. The successful candidate will have a track record of outstanding teaching contributions and course development and will exhibit evidence of the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

To enhance our department and create role models for a diverse population of students, we particularly invite application from those who can support and enhance our diversity, including women, Indigenous peoples, other visible minorities, and those committed to a diverse environment.

The Department currently has 20 full time tenured and tenure track faculty members and 10 Instructors and offers a full range of both undergraduate and graduate programs in Chemistry and Biochemistry. The Department has a well-established and equipped research facility including infrastructure available to teaching such as X-ray diffractometers, NMR spectrometers, thermogravimetric analysis, electrochemical equipment, IR spectroscopy, gas-chromatography mass spectrometers and high performance liquid chromatography instruments among others, and is supported by strong links with other University of Manitoba departments including Microbiology, Physics and Astronomy, Biological Sciences and Civil Engineering. Further information about the Department can be obtained from https://sci.umanitoba.ca/chemistry/ 

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com) located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com)  people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies – inspire.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Applications including a curriculum vitae, a description of teaching philosophy and pedagogy development / Indigenization interest, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available) and contact information for three references should be sent to chemistry.instructor@umanitoba.ca (PDF files preferred). Please ensure to specify position number 32078 in the application. For further information contact the Search Committee Chair at ute.kothe@umanitoba.ca.

The closing date for receipt of applications is May 13, 2022. 

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

Ryerson University: a 1-year Limited Term Faculty Teaching General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry

Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada and on the territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, the Department of Chemistry and Biology in the Faculty of Science at Ryerson University, invites applications for a 1-year Limited Term Faculty (LTF) position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor effective August 1, 2022.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates 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, including those who self-identify as First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. We encourage such candidates to self-identify in the Applicant Diversity Self-ID questionnaire during the application process.

The successful candidate will engage only in the teaching and service duties of faculty members in the Department while maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across such activities. The candidate will teach introductory courses in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Candidates must hold a completed PhD in the relevant area of Chemistry. In addition, the successful candidate must present evidence of the following:

• potential for excellence in teaching that outlines scientific teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments (from a variety of perspectives including community and academic), and pedagogical practices;
• a commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly research or creative activities, including a dedication to making learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population; and
• an ability and willingness to contribute to the life of the Department and the University through collegial service.

Commensurate experience in the area of chemical and/or biological education or pedagogy would be considered an asset.

Note: Limited Term Faculty appointments at Ryerson University may not exceed a combined total of four years. Applicants with prior Ryerson LTF appointments need to consider this limitation, as it may render them ineligible to apply.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

Ryerson University

Serving a highly diverse student population of over 45,000, with 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs built on the integration of theoretical and practical learning and distinguished by a professionally focussed curriculum with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities, Ryerson is a vibrant, urban university known for its culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, community engagement and city-building through its award-winning architecture.

Department of Chemistry and Biology and the Faculty of Science
The Department of Chemistry and Biology consists of 38 tenure-stream faculty members. The Department offers undergraduate and graduate (Master’s and Doctoral) programs. Our faculty prides itself on the excellence of its research and on the quality of its teaching. The Faculty of Science is home to a growing cohort of diverse students, and the Faculty of Science is strongly committed to recruiting diverse faculty members that reflect our students. This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

Working at Ryerson

At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. At Ryerson and within our department/school, we firmly believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to this path; our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Dedicated to a people first culture, Ryerson is proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer. We invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports available to faculty and their family, including access to our diverse faculty and staff networks.

Visit us on Twitter: @RyersonU, @RyersonHR, @RyersonVPFA and @RyersonECI and our LinkedIn company page.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal [https://hr.cf.ryerson.ca/ams/faculty/] by clicking on “Start Application Process” to begin. Applications, consisting of the following, must be received by 15 May 2022]:

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae;
• A dossier of teaching experience which should also include a teaching statement/philosophy – 5 pages max
• A statement on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) – 2 pages max
• The names of three references – no letters are required at this time

Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations. Candidates must therefore indicate in their application if they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.

Contacts

Any confidential inquiries can be directed to the chair of the hiring committee: Dr. Andrew Laursen at alaursen@ryerson.ca

Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Tracey King, Miigis Kwe, the Indigenous Human Resources Lead and the Founding Co-Chair of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Community Group at t26king@ryerson.ca.

Black identified candidates who wish to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Shurla Charles-Forbes,Black Faculty & Staff Community Network at shurla.charlesforbes@ryerson.ca

Ryerson is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations please visit the accessibility and Human Rights websites. For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources at hr@ryerson.ca.;