Ryerson University: Protein Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biology in the Faculty of Science at Ryerson University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Protein Biochemistry at the Assistant Professor level. Candidates must have a PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or another related field and a strong record of postgraduate research productivity. This position is expected to synergize with and complement current faculty with an emphasis on the study of protein structure/function. The successful candidate will be a protein biochemist, who uses structural biology, structure-function analysis, enzymology, bioinformatics and/or systems biology in their research program. Candidates shall have a strong research profile (e.g., evidence of an emerging scholarly record, ability to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program), evidence of high-quality teaching, student training and curriculum development, and a capacity for collegial service. This position commences July 1, 2017, subject to final budgetary approval.

The Department of Chemistry and Biology is in a phase of dynamic growth, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry, Biomedical Science and Biology, the department offers masters and doctoral programs in both Molecular Science and Environmental Applied Science and Management. The successful candidate will be expected to support instruction in undergraduate and graduate courses in the biomedical sciences, biology and/or chemistry programs, as required. The Department of Chemistry and Biology welcomes applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship. Candidates who will expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense are encouraged to apply. Aboriginal candidates interested in working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Ms. Tracey King, M.Ed., Aboriginal HR Consultant, Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Initiative, at t26king@ryerson.ca.

Interested candidates should prepare their application packages as a single PDF file, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interests and teaching philosophy (1.5 pages), research proposal (up to 5 pages including figures and references), and up to three (3) recent publications. Research proposals should conform to the guidelines including prescribed section headings for the "free-form" portion of the NSERC Discovery Grants Program application - see http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/ResearchPortal-PortailDeRecherche/Instructions-Instructions/DG-SD_eng.asp under "Proposal" for details. Candidates should not submit any other part of the NSERC application aside from the free-form research proposal. Selected candidates may be requested to submit a budget at a later date. Please indicate in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
Applications should be sent to Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biology Departmental Hiring Committee by e-mail to cabchair@ryerson.ca with the subject line "CAB Protein Biochemistry Candidate". Candidates should arrange to have up to three (3) letter of reference sent to the same email address. Deadline for submission is 11:59 PM on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. 
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