University of Northern British Columbia: Organic Chemistry

The University of Northern British Columbia invites applications for a Tenure-Track position in the Chemistry & Biochemistry Program at the rank of Assistant Professor, with proposed starting date of July 1, 2021. As an institution committed to the fostering of an inclusive and transformative learning environment, UNBC values high quality and growth in both teaching and scholarship.

The University of Northern British Columbia is ranked as one of Canada’s best small universities with a strong emphasis on research and graduate programs. It has a core campus in Prince George and regional campuses and research institutes throughout northern British Columbia. The Chemistry & Biochemistry program offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs (B.Sc., B.Sc.- Honours, M.Sc.) and has a wide variety of relevant research instrumentation such multinuclear NMR, FT-IR, Mass Spectroscopy, Gas Chromatography, and analytical and preparative HPLC. We also have a wide variety of instrumentation for Chemical-Biological studies such as a Cell Sorter, a QPCR machine, a multimode plate reader, and a confocal microscope

Applications from candidates with research programs in Organic Chemistry specializing in natural product chemistry and synthesis will be given priority; however, strong candidates in other areas of Organic Chemistry, particularly those that complement other research areas at UNBC, will be considered. The successful candidate must have completed a PhD in Organic Chemistry and have demonstrated an ability to do high quality research. Demonstrated excellence in teaching or the capacity to do so is also required. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an active externally funded research program and to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

About the University and its Community
Located in the spectacular landscape of northern British Columbia, UNBC is one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a core campus in Prince George and three regional campuses in Northern BC (Quesnel, Fort St. John and Terrace). We have a passion for teaching, discovery, people, the environment, and the North. Our region is comprised of friendly communities, offering a wide range of outdoor activities including exceptional skiing, canoeing and kayaking, fly fishing, hiking, and mountain biking. The lakes, forests and mountains of northern and central British Columbia offer an unparalleled natural environment in which to live and work.

UNBC provides outstanding undergraduate and graduate learning opportunities that explore cultures, health, economies, sciences, and the environment. As one of BC’s leading research-intensive universities, we bring the excitement of new knowledge to our students, and the outcomes of our teaching and research to the world. In addition to fostering and celebrating academic excellence, UNBC is a welcoming place, with a learning environment that is friendly, inclusive, and supportive.

Small classes and a connected community exemplify UNBC and mean that our students and professors get to know one another. Outstanding academics, hands-on research, unlimited adventure and a tight-knit campus community result in strong student satisfaction at UNBC.

For the past 10 years, UNBC has placed in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s University Rankings, the only university of its size to achieve that feat. UNBC also recently placed among the top 4 per cent of higher education institutions worldwide in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

For more information about living and working with the University of Northern British Columbia please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and http://www.unbc.ca/provost/new_faculty.html. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.

To Apply
Applicants should forward their cover letter indicating potential contributions to the Program, curriculum vitae, a brief statement of teaching approaches and research program, and the names and addresses of three references (including telephone and email information) quoting posting #FACH02-20 CW to:

Office of the Provost
University of Northern British Columbia
3333 University Way
Prince George, B.C., V2N 4Z9
Email submissions: FacultyRecruitment@unbc.ca
Inquiries: Dr. Todd Whitcombe
Todd.whitcombe@unbc.ca
(250)-960-6678

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Applications received on or before January 15th, 2020, will receive full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.