Friday, April 1, 2016

Memorial University: Tenure Track Academic Position in Organic Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry, Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective on or after 1 September 2016, subject to budgetary approval. The successful applicant will be required to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program in Organic Chemistry and their proposed research should fit into the areas identified in Memorial’s Research Strategy Framework (http://www.mun.ca/research/framework/themes.php). Preference will be given to applicants whose research program focuses on both the synthesis and applications of biologically relevant organic molecules. The position requires a PhD in Chemistry, post-doctoral experience, an excellent track record in research, and an aptitude for teaching. The new appointee will also be responsible for teaching Organic Chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and first year chemistry as required. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Chemistry Department has 21 faculty, 80 graduate students in research programs supported by NSERC and other provincial, federal, international, and industrial funding agencies. Research is supported by modern instrumentation in all areas of chemistry. Interested candidates are invited to review the Chemistry Department home page at http://www.mun.ca/chem for further information. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, a 5-page research proposal in NSERC format, and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to:

Dr. Travis Fridgen, Head
Department of Chemistry
Memorial University
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Canada A1B 3X7
Telephone: (709) 864-8772
E-mail: chemhead@mun.ca

Deadline for receipt of applications is June 30, 2016.

Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province’s only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to almost 18,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John’s, a very safe, friendly city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life, and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.