Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM): Tier 2 CRC in Systems Biology

The Department of Chemistry at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is seeking applications for a tenure-track position as professor in systems biology starting in August 2019. Applicants with expertise in the study of interactions between components of biological systems and proposing a research topic related to systems biology will be considered and are particularly invited to apply. Candidate that meets the eligibility requirements of the Canada Research Chairs (CRC) - Tier 2 program may be supported by the University to apply for a CRC.

The Department of Chemistry has currently over twenty Faculty members active in different research areas including, physical chemistry, synthesis and catalysis, environmental chemistry, material chemistry and molecular biochemistry. The Chemistry Department offers numerous graduate programs and is home of the NanoQAM and PharmaQAM Research Centers, a Strategic Research Chair, and two Canada Research Chairs. For further information on the Chemistry Department and its programs, please consult: https://chimie.uqam.ca/

QUALIFICATIONS and RESPONSABILITIES:

• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatic or a related discipline.
• Post-doctoral training and a recognized expertise in systems biology or in integrative biochemistry
• Strong record of research productivity
• Capacity to establish and maintain an innovative and strong externally-funded research program
• Teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Supervise students from the M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs
• Participate in Departmental and University services
• Proficient in written and spoken French. Non-French speaking individuals must demonstrate their willingness and capacity to learn French and embark on a francization program supported by the University

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. However, according to federal laws, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Interested candidates must submit their application package assembled in a single PDF file consisting of (i) a signed and dated cover letter, (ii) a detailed curriculum vitae, (iii) a research proposal following the guidelines of the NSERC Discovery Grants program (5 pages), (iv) a start-up budget (1 page), and (v) a statement on teaching philosophy and interests (1 page). The complete file and three letters of recommendation (sent directly by the referrees) must be received in electronic form BEFORE FEBRUARY 1st, 2019, 5 pm at:

Search CommitteeDepartment of Chemistry
Université du Québec à Montréal
C.P. 8888, Succursale Centre-Ville
Montréal (Québec) H3C 3P8
E-mail: biochimieintegrative@uqam.ca

University of New Brunswick: Tier 2 Canada Research Chair

The Department of Chemistry at the University of New Brunswick invites applications for a NSERC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in the area of Theoretical or Computational Chemistry. This tenure-track appointment will be at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The successful applicant will be nominated for a Tier 2 CRC in the April 2018 nomination cycle. The appointment can start as early as October 2018 but no later than 1 July 2019.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated potential and capacity to undertake independent and
creative research in an area related to one or both of these disciplines. UNB requires the candidate to have a completed PhD, an innovative and original research program, and a high potential to attract external funding. A demonstrated ability to teach effectively is also expected. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include leading a program of innovative externally funded research that represents excellence in Theoretical or Computational Chemistry and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The establishment of productive research collaborations within and outside UNB would also be anticipated. The successful candidate will contribute to complementary areas of research within the university, and attract, develop and retain excellent students and future researchers.

Tier 2 chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., candidates must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination), acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to lead in their field. Potential applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree, and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc., and/or where applicable exceptional circumstances are present, may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 chair assessed through the CRC Program’s Tier 2 justification process. Please contact the UNB Office of Research Services for more information. Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria.

The Department of Chemistry at the University of New Brunswick has a long tradition of research and teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels and in diverse areas of chemistry. There are also numerous well-established collaborations and cooperative programs with other units at UNB, including the departments of biology, physics and chemical engineering. The department is situated on the Fredericton campus of UNB, in the vibrant and diverse provincial capital of New Brunswick. Applications for this position should be made by submission of a cover letter indicating areas of research experience and interests, a curriculum vitae, a detailed research proposal (maximum 5 pages), statement of teaching philosophy and the names of three referees (with contact information) to:

Dr. John J. Neville, acting chair – Chemistry Tier 2 CRC Search Committee

Department of Chemistry

University of New Brunswick

30 Dineen Drive, Fredericton, NB, CANADA E3B 5A3. (506) 453‒4781

Email: chemchair@unb.ca. 

Review of applications will begin on 1 November 2017.

The offer of an appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level is conditional upon a successful outcome of the CRC nomination. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants should indicate current citizenship status. The University of New Brunswick is committed to fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY.

University of Saskatchewan: Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Analytical Environmental Chemistry

The College of Arts and Science invites applications from qualified individuals for a tenure-track appointment and Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Analytical Environmental Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry (artsandscience.usask.ca/chemistry). Applications from women and  members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Recruitment will be guided by the Government of Canada Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan for Canada Research Chairs (www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/programprogramme/equity-equite/index-eng.aspx) and by the strong commitment of the University of Saskatchewan, College of Arts and Science, and Department of Chemistry to employment equity and diversity.

The Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program is the flagship of a national strategy to make Canada one of the world's top countries in research and development (www.chairschaires.gc.ca). The successful candidate will build an internationally-recognized program in analytical chemistry as  applied to environmental science, broadly defined. Appropriate areas of focus include, but are not limited to, the chemistry of aqueous interfaces in the environment, analysis of contaminants in complex environmental media, application of synchrotron techniques in environmental science, and the development of new analytical methods. The Chair will attract and maintain extramural funding, participate in graduate supervision, and contribute to design and delivery of the department's undergraduate and graduate analytical chemistry curriculum.

The Department of Chemistry is the home of 20 faculty, 17 staff, and more than 80 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows working in every area of chemistry. The University of Saskatchewan is home to the largest interdisciplinary toxicology research and training centre in Canada (www.usask.ca/toxicology), University of Saskatchewan School of Environment and Sustainability (www.usask.ca/sens), and the Global Institute for Water Security. The Chair will have the opportunity to seek affiliation with these units if appropriate. The campus is home to leading-edge research infrastructure, including the Canadian Light Source national synchrotron facility (www.lightsource.ca), the Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre (www.usask.ca/sssc), and a 24 MeV cyclotron (www.fedorukcentre.ca), as well as National Research Council, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and Environment Canada research centres.

The University of Saskatchewan is situated in Treaty 6 territory and the Métis homeland and is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities, offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 23,000, and is committed to enhancing our national and global research standing.

Qualifications

Tier 2 chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars, who have been active researchers in their fields for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination. Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned a PhD in chemistry or equivalent qualification, for whom legitimate career interruptions exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. The successful candidate will have an exceptional track record of research and a demonstrated potential for attracting competitively awarded research funding. Experience in interdisciplinary research partnerships and a commitment to education is ideal.

Salary bands for this position are as follows: Assistant Professor: $93,293 to $112,109; Associate Professor: $112,109 to $130,925; and Professor $130,925 to $152,877. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program. To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter outlining your qualifications and your vision for the position; curriculum vitae; a description of your proposed research program, a description of your teaching interests and philosophy, and the contact information for three referees to:

Chair, Faculty Search Committee
Department of Chemistry
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5C9
Canada
Telephone: (306) 966-4655
Fax: (306) 966-4730
Email: ronda.duke@usask.ca

Review of applications will begin September 18, 2017; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2018. Applications submitted as a single pdf by email are preferred.

http://artsandscience.usask.ca/chemistry/Faculty_Position_CRC_Analytical_Environmental_Chemistry_Saskatchewan.pdf

University of New Brunswick: Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Theoretical or Computational Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of New Brunswick invites expressions of interest in a possible Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Theoretical or Computational Chemistry.  Submissions from exceptional emerging researchers in any area of modern theoretical or computational chemistry are welcome.  

This call is part of a UNB internal process to determine in which disciplines two NSERC CRC Tier 2 nominations will be made in 2017-2018.  If the Chemistry chair proposal is approved, an open call for full applications will be issued in summer 2017.  The successful candidate will be an individual with a demonstrated record of independent and creative research in theoretical or computational chemistry.  They should, at a minimum, be an assistant or associate professor, or possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed to these levels.  

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include engaging in innovative externally funded research that represents excellence in Theoretical or Computational Chemistry research. The establishment of productive research collaborations within and outside UNB would also be anticipated. The successful candidate will contribute to complementary areas of research within the university, and attract, develop and retain excellent students and future researchers.

The CRC Program was established by the Government of Canada to enable Canadian universities to foster research excellence and enhance their role as world-class centers of research in the global and knowledge-based economy.  Tier 2 Chairs, tenable for five years and renewable once, are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to be leaders in their fields.  More information on the CRC Program can be found at www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca

Expressions of interest should be made no later than April 3 by submission of a curriculum vitae and a short (maximum two page) summary of research expertise and interests to:  Dr. Ghislain Deslongchamps, Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of New Brunswick, 30 Dineen Drive, Fredericton, NB, CANADA E3B 5A3.  (506) 453-4781, Email:  chemchair@unb.ca.

The University of New Brunswick is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.

Western University: CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR Tier 2 in INNOVATIVE MATERIALS AND BIOMATERIALS

The Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Engineering at The University of Western Ontario, one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, seek applicants for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Innovative Materials and Biomaterials. In accordance with the regulations set for Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs (www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx), the candidate will be an excellent emerging researcher who has demonstrated research creativity and innovation through publication in leading peer-reviewed journals, and the potential to achieve international recognition in the field of Innovative Materials and Biomaterials. The candidate must propose an original and innovative research program of high quality, which will attract excellent undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and other trainees. The candidate is also expected to contribute to the teaching mission and to develop graduate and undergraduate programs in both the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering. The successful candidate is expected to have demonstrated teaching excellence through performance measures and student evaluations.

The Tier 2 CRC will be expected to establish an independent, externally funded research program in the area of either Innovative Materials for Biomedical Devices or Innovative Materials for Energy Applications. Innovative materials for biomedical devices may involve the synthesis, characterization, and optimization of materials or biomaterials for use in or as biomedical devices. The relevant materials may include, but are not limited to, materials designed for interaction with cells, tissues, or viruses (including tissue engineered structures, implants, or body fluids); materials/biomaterials for targeted drug delivery; new materials or approaches to sensors and diagnostics. Innovative materials for energy applications may involve or be complementary to: the synthesis and characterization of materials such as nanomaterials and nanocomposites with emphasis on creation of materials and interfaces designed for energy applications (including Li/Na ion batteries, fuel cells, solar cells, or nuclear energy production and storage). It may involve the synthesis, characterization and optimization of new materials for coatings for energy infrastructure and new types of porous materials for gas storage and capture. The candidate will promote integration and synergy with existing areas of research strength and establish new collaborations between the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Engineering in general, and the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering in particular.

The successful applicant will hold a Ph.D. degree. Both basic Scientists and Professional Engineers are encouraged to apply. The appointment will be a Joint Probationary (tenure track) Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor depending on qualifications and experience. The Joint Appointment will be made to the Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science and the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering. 

At Western, there are approximately 50 research groups participating as members of CAMBR (Centre for Advanced Materials and Biomaterials Research), coordinating research, educational and outreach activities in Materials and Biomaterials. Our researchers are supported by world-class facilities and infrastructure, including a number of multi-user facilities to support materials and biomaterials research including the Nanofabrication Facility, Surface Science Western, the Analytical, Microscopy, and Data Analysis Suites at the Biotron, the Tandetron (ion beam lab). The Department of Chemistry also has exceptional expertise in synchrotron-based research, with extensive connections to synchrotron facilities in the country and around the world for materials characterization. 

Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, one-page teaching statement, and a concise research proposal (5 pages, NSERC Discovery Grant format preferred), and contact details of at least three professionals who can provide letters of support to: 

Professor Bryan Neff, Associate Dean (Research) 

Office of the Dean, Faculty of Science 

The University of Western Ontario 

London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada 

adrsci@uwo.ca 

Please ensure that the Application for Full-Time Faculty Position Form available at 

http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/faculty/Application-FullTime-Faculty-Position-Form.pdf is completed and included in your application submission.  Applications will be considered starting February 1, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. 

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however,  Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Western University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.