University of Ottawa: Part-time academic staff

The Part-Time Professor - (LTA) Long-Term Appointment in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, will be assigned to teach undergraduate level courses in English and in French. This is a five-year contract for the equivalent of 7 courses (21 credits) of teaching per year, including 3 credits worth of academic support or administrative/service duties.

Minimum Requirements

Ph. D in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline. Experience and/or specialization in the field of biochemistry or physical chemistry. Ph.D. en chimie, biochimie, ou discipline similaire. Expérience et/ou spécialisation dans le domaine de la biochimie ou la chimie physique.
Un niveau d'éducation/d’expérience jugé équiv. pourrait suppléer aux exigences éducation et/ou expérience requises / An acceptable level of education/experience could be viewed as being equiv. to the educational require. and/or demonstrated experience Si on vous invite à poursuivre les étapes du processus de sélection, veuillez nous aviser de tout besoin nécessitant des mesures d'adaptation. Les renseignements communiqués seront traités avec respect et confidentialité / If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any adaptive measures you might require. Information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence Les employé(e)s sont tenus par la loi provinciale pour mener à bien des formations obligatoire. La liste de formations peut être modifiée par une loi provinciale / Employees are required under provincial law to success. complete all mandatory legislated training. The list of training may be modified by provincial law

Additional Comment

Teaching undergraduate level courses in English and French with a specialization either in biochemistry or in physical chemistry, depending on the expertise of the most qualified candidate. Qualified applicants who are already part of the APTPUO bargaining unit will be considered first.
The University also accepts external applications; they will be considered in second place.

Do not forget to include your C.V. if you have not done so in the last 12 months.

Language(s) of instruction
Bilingue / Bilingual
Level of competence in second language
Active
Type of posting
Regular
Start of Posting
2018/05/22
End of Posting
2018/06/22
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University of Ottawa: Tier 2 - Biomaterials

The University of Ottawa invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Biomaterials. Candidates are sought whose interests are at the interface of chemistry or physics and biology, and who propose to develop (or are already actively engaged in) a research program in biomaterials.  The successful candidate will have access to the world-class core facilities in NMR, mass spectrometry and X-ray crystallography in the Faculty, materials characterization and biocatalysis facilities that are part of the Centre for Catalysis Research and Innovation, and core facilities in Biology and Medicine. According to Maclean’s 2013 University Rankings, the University of Ottawa ranks #2 in Canada in research intensity in natural and health sciences.  The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa is currently ranked #2 in Canada and is one of the top 75 Departments worldwide (according to ARWU) and currently hosts two winners of the Herzberg Canada Gold Medal, eight Canada Research Chairs and five University Research Chairs.

Title of the position: Assistant professor level, but higher ranks will be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research or professional work; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of graduate students.

Terms: Tenure-track position

Rank and salary: Regular academic tenure-track appointment in the Faculty of Science, with a salary consistent with the collective agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa.
Require qualifications and Work experience: Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry or Physics and postdoctoral experience is mandatory. A demonstrated excellent research track record in biomaterials research.  A commitment to teaching and graduate training, a strong track record in and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, excellent communication skills in either English or French.  Passive knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure.  English-French bilingualism is an asset.
Location of work:  Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences or Department of Physics, University of Ottawa, Faculty of Science, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Application Package:
Interested scholars are invited to submit an application consisting of the following:

• A cover letter;
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae 
• A research plan demonstrating a strong commitment to research excellence;
• A statement of teaching interests; and
• The names and contact information of three people who may be contacted by the University for letters of reference.

Deadline: September 30, 2016.
The selection process will begin in September and will continue until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The application package should be sent by post, courier or email (a single PDF file is preferred; documents in Word format will also be accepted) to this address:
Dr. Mona Nemer, Vice-President, Research, University of Ottawa
550 Cumberland St., room 246
Ottawa, ON Canada K1N 6N5, Phone: 613-562-5270  | Fax: 613-562-5271
rcca-coord@uOttawa.ca

Tier 2 CRCs, tenable for five years and renewable once, are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. Chair-holders are also eligible for infrastructure support from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to help acquire state-of-the-art equipment essential to their work.  For more information on the CRC program visit the CRC website.

Equity is a University of Ottawa policy; women, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Canada Research Chairs Program imposes no restrictions on nominees with regard to nationality or country of residence. Procedures to allow non-Canadian chair-holders to work in Canada have been established by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to be able to function in a bilingual setting. In certain cases, professors must have the ability to teach in both official languages to be granted tenure.

University of Ottawa: Tier 2 CRC in Computational Chemistry

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA
Faculty of Science
Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences
10 Marie Curie
Ottawa, ON
K1N6N5

CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR – Computational Chemistry

The University of Ottawa invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Computational Chemistry. Candidates are sought whose interests are at the interface of biochemistry and organic chemistry, and who propose to develop (or are already actively engaged in) a research program in computational chemistry.  The successful candidate will have access to the resources of Compute Canada as well as the world-class Centre for Advanced Computing, and will benefit from on-site core facilities in NMR, mass spectrometry, and X-ray crystallography in the Faculty, materials’ characterization and biocatalysis facilities that are part of the Centre for Catalysis Research and Innovation, and core facilities in Biology and Medicine. According to Maclean’s 2013 University Rankings, the University of Ottawa ranks #2 in Canada in research intensity in natural and health sciences.  The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa is currently ranked #2 in Canada and is one of the top 75 Departments worldwide (according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities - ARWU) and currently hosts two winners of the Herzberg Canada Gold Medal, eight Canada Research Chairs, and five University Research Chairs.

Title of the position: Assistant professor level, but higher ranks will be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research or professional work; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of graduate students.
Terms: Tenure-track position

Rank and salary: Regular academic tenure-track appointment in the Faculty of Science, with a salary consistent with the collective agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa.

Required qualifications and work experience: Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry and postdoctoral experience is mandatory.  A demonstrated excellent research track record in computational chemistry.  A commitment to teaching and graduate training, a strong track record in and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, excellent communication skills in either English or French.  Passive knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure.  English-French bilingualism is an asset.
Location of work:  Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, D’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Application Package

Interested scholars are invited to submit an application consisting of the following:

• A cover letter;
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae 
• A research plan demonstrating a strong commitment to research excellence;
• A statement of teaching interests; and
• The names and contact information of three people who may be contacted by the University for letters of reference.

Deadline: October 11, 2016

The selection process will begin in September and will continue until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The application package should be sent by post, courier or email (a single PDF file is preferred; documents in Word format will also be accepted) to this address:

Dr. Mona Nemer, Vice-President, Research, University of Ottawa
550 Cumberland St., room 246
Ottawa, ON Canada K1N 6N5, Phone: 613-562-5270  | Fax: 613-562-5271
rcca-coord@uOttawa.ca

Tier 2 CRCs, tenable for five years and renewable once, are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. Chair-holders are also eligible for infrastructure support from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to help acquire state-of-the-art equipment essential to their work.  For more information on the CRC program visit the CRC website.

Equity is a University of Ottawa policy; women, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Canada Research Chairs Program imposes no restrictions on nominees with regard to nationality or country of residence. Procedures to allow non-Canadian chair-holders to work in Canada have been established by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to be able to function in a bilingual setting. In certain cases, professors must have the ability to teach in both official languages to be granted tenure.

University of Ottawa: Tier 2 CRC in Computational Chemistry

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA
Faculty of Science
Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences
10 Marie Curie
Ottawa, ON
K1N6N5

CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR – Computational Chemistry

The University of Ottawa invites applications for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Computational Chemistry. Candidates are sought whose interests are at the interface of biochemistry and organic chemistry, and who propose to develop (or are already actively engaged in) a research program in computational chemistry.  The successful candidate will have access to the resources of Compute Canada as well as the world-class Centre for Advanced Computing, and will benefit from on-site core facilities in NMR, mass spectrometry, and X-ray crystallography in the Faculty, materials’ characterization and biocatalysis facilities that are part of the Centre for Catalysis Research and Innovation, and core facilities in Biology and Medicine. According to Maclean’s 2013 University Rankings, the University of Ottawa ranks #2 in Canada in research intensity in natural and health sciences.  The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa is currently ranked #2 in Canada and is one of the top 75 Departments worldwide (according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities - ARWU) and currently hosts two winners of the Herzberg Canada Gold Medal, eight Canada Research Chairs, and five University Research Chairs.

Title of the position: Assistant professor level, but higher ranks will be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research or professional work; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of graduate students.
Terms: Tenure-track position

Rank and salary: Regular academic tenure-track appointment in the Faculty of Science, with a salary consistent with the collective agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa.

Required qualifications and work experience: Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry and postdoctoral experience is mandatory.  A demonstrated excellent research track record in computational chemistry.  A commitment to teaching and graduate training, a strong track record in and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, excellent communication skills in either English or French.  Passive knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure.  English-French bilingualism is an asset.
Location of work:  Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, D’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Application Package

Interested scholars are invited to submit an application consisting of the following:

• A cover letter;
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae 
• A research plan demonstrating a strong commitment to research excellence;
• A statement of teaching interests; and
• The names and contact information of three people who may be contacted by the University for letters of reference.

Deadline: October 11, 2016

The selection process will begin in September and will continue until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The application package should be sent by post, courier or email (a single PDF file is preferred; documents in Word format will also be accepted) to this address:

Dr. Mona Nemer, Vice-President, Research, University of Ottawa
550 Cumberland St., room 246
Ottawa, ON Canada K1N 6N5, Phone: 613-562-5270  | Fax: 613-562-5271
rcca-coord@uOttawa.ca

Tier 2 CRCs, tenable for five years and renewable once, are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. Chair-holders are also eligible for infrastructure support from the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to help acquire state-of-the-art equipment essential to their work.  For more information on the CRC program visit the CRC website.

Equity is a University of Ottawa policy; women, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Canada Research Chairs Program imposes no restrictions on nominees with regard to nationality or country of residence. Procedures to allow non-Canadian chair-holders to work in Canada have been established by Human Resources and Skills Development Canada and Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to be able to function in a bilingual setting. In certain cases, professors must have the ability to teach in both official languages to be granted tenure.

Carleton University: Tenure Track Position in Organic Toxicology

Academic unit: Chemistry
Category of appointment: Tenure track
Field of specialization: Organic Toxicology
Rank/Position title: Assistant Professor
Start date: July 1, 2017
Closing date for applications: January 31, 2017

About the Position

The Chemistry Department invites applications from qualified candidates for a tenure-track appointment in Organic Toxicology at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2017.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. and demonstrate outstanding potential for independent research through an excellent track record of high quality research. The candidate must also demonstrate strong communication skills and be willing to contribute to the teaching of undergraduate courses and the Department's graduate program in Chemical and Environmental Toxicology. The Chemistry Department offers several programs in chemistry as well as a novel program in food science and nutrition. We have outstanding researchers in many fields with excellent and improving infrastructure, space and equipment facilities. http://carleton.ca/chemistry/.

Application Instructions

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, along with a statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching interests in one single PDF document to: Chair, Chemistry Department (chemistry@carleton.ca) by January 31, 2017. Applicants should also provide the names and contact information of three referees.

Please indicate in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Carleton University is a dynamic and innovative research and teaching institution committed to developing solutions to real world problems by pushing the boundaries of knowledge and understanding. Its internationally recognized faculty, staff, and researchers provide academic opportunities in more than 100 programs of study to more than 28,000 full- and part-time students, from every province and more than 100 countries around the world. Carleton's creative, interdisciplinary, and international approach to research has led to many significant discoveries and creative work in science and technology, business, governance, public policy, and the arts.

Minutes from downtown, Carleton University is located on a beautiful campus, bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal. With over 12 national museums and the spectacular Gatineau Park close by, there are many excellent recreational opportunities for individuals and families to enjoy. The City of Ottawa, with a population of almost one million, is Canada's capital city and reflects the country's bilingual and multicultural character. Carleton's location in the nation's capital provides many opportunities for research with groups and institutions that reflect the diversity of the country.

Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Chair of the Search Committee as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate requests in a timely manner.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. All positions are subject to budgetary approval.

University of Ottawa: Organic / Medicinal Chemistry

The Faculty of Science at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the field of Organic or Medicinal Chemistry.  The successful candidate will have access to the core facilities in NMR, mass spectrometry and x-ray crystallography in the department, materials characterization and biocatalysis facilities that are part of the Centre for Catalysis Research and Innovation and core facilities in Biology and Medicine.   The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa is currently ranked #2 in Canada and is one of the top 100 Departments worldwide (according to ARWU) and hosts two winners of the Herzberg Canada Gold Medal, seven Canada Research Chairs and five University Research Chairs.  

Title of the position: Assistant professor, higher rank will be considered under exceptional circumstances.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of graduate students.

Terms: Tenure-track position

Wage: Assistant professor salary scale commensurate at $77,379.00 

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete compensation package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan and optional life insurance.

Location of work:  Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, d’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Contact information: Dr. Paul Mayer, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, d’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.  chm.posting@uottawa.ca.  Telephone: 613-562-5728

Skills requirements:

Education: Ph.D. or equivalent in Organic Chemistry.  Postdoctoral experience in Medicinal Chemistry is desirable.

Work experience: A demonstrated excellent research track record in organic chemistry.  A commitment to teaching and graduate training, a strong track record in and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, excellent communication skills in English and French.  The candidate will be expected to teach in French.

Application deadline: March 31, 2016.

Please send your curriculum vitae, a detailed research proposal, a description of teaching interests and three confidential letters of reference to:  Paul M Mayer, Chair, the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, chm.posting@uottawa.ca,  subject line “Organic Chemistry”

According to government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The University of Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require by contacting the Office of the Associate Vice-President, Faculty Affairs at 613-562-5958. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to have the ability to function in a bilingual setting.

Eva Hemmer hired by the University of Ottawa

Congratulations to Dr. Eva Hemmer who has been hired as an assistant professor at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Hemmer completed her PhD in material science at Saarland University. She worked as a postdoctoral fellow in the area of biomaterials at Tokyo University of Science. She then held a postdoctoral fellowship at INRS-EMT and the Université du Québec.

Her research will be in the areas of bioimaging, nanoparticles, and optical materials.


https://science.uottawa.ca/chemistry/people/hemmer-eva