University of Winnipeg: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry Joint Position with the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital

The University of Winnipeg
Department of Chemistry
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry
Joint Position with the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Winnipeg invites outstanding candidates to apply for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with specialization in Biochemistry.  The position will support a funded research program in the biochemical and neurological pathways regulating feeding and nutrition.  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry or related field and have relevant postdoctoral experience.

Candidates must have a strong commitment to excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an active, externally-funded independent research program in an area related to eating disorders. The candidate will be expected to work with researchers in the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders at the St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre. Research support will be provided by St. Boniface Hospital. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to teaching.  They will be expected to develop and teach undergraduate courses in Chemistry and Biochemistry, as well as supervise undergraduate and graduate student research projects. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate actively in departmental and university service activities.

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on March 22, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled; full consideration is assured for applications received by March 19, 2021.  Subject to budgetary approval, this position will commence July 1, 2021.  Salary levels will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicants are requested to submit a complete application, including (all documents in PDF):

• a cover letter
• a current curriculum vitae
• a Tri-Agency Grant style research proposal (maximum five pages)
• a teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations, if available (one to two pages)
• copies of three relevant publications

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system. Please click on the "Apply" link below to submit your application.

Candidates should also arrange to have three letters of reference e-mailed directly to:
Dr. Athar Ata, Chair
Department of Chemistry
chemistry@uwinnipeg.ca

The successful candidate will be a member of a supportive and collegial department with a record of teaching and research excellence. The Department of Chemistry is comprised of thirteen faculty and five support staff.  The department offers undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry, and many faculty supervise graduate students through adjunct appointments. The Department of Chemistry has a strong record of success in obtaining research funding.  More information about the department, including descriptions of courses offered, is available at http://chemistry.uwinnipeg.ca/home/.  The University of Winnipeg ranks highly among primarily undergraduate universities for overall reputation, small class sizes, academic excellence, a commitment to sustainability, and external funding in science.  Additional information on The University of Winnipeg is available at http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/.

St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba has been identified by Research Infosource Inc. as the #1 research intensive Hospital in Western Canada and within the top 10 in Canada for the last nine consecutive years. It has outstanding research capabilities within CCARM, the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, and the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders in both basic science and clinical research. Further information on the research capabilities of the Hospital are found at www.sbrc.ca.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact Sheena Laurin, HR Assistant at sh.laurin@uwinnipeg.ca or 204-988-7648.  

Ryerson University: Discipline-based Education Research

Tenure Track Position in Discipline-based Education Research [DEBR]

Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada and on the  territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, the Department of Chemistry and Biology in the Faculty of Science at Ryerson University, as part of a major new initiative, is creating a cluster of pedagogical excellence designed to better understand how science impacts the world in the form of science education, communication and outreach. As part of this clustered hire the Department of Chemistry and Biology invites applications for a tenure track, discipline-based education research position at the rank of Assistant Professor effective July 1, 2021, subject to final budgetary approval. All candidates with research and teaching expertise in science education scholarship will be considered.

The successful discipline-based education research scholar (DBER) science scholar will engage in a combination of teaching, research, and service duties, maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities. Responsibilities will include teaching and supervising at the undergraduate and graduate levels (predominantly in chemistry/biology); contributing to the undergraduate and graduate programs, including curriculum development/expansion as appropriate; establishing and maintaining a strong research agenda; and participating in the academic life of the Department, the Faculty, and the University.

Candidates must hold a completed PhD in either chemical or biological sciences. 

In addition, the successful candidate must present evidence of: 

• a strong program of established (or a potential for establishing an emerging) discipline-based education research program or creative projects that are active, innovative, and impactful;

• evidence of, or potential for, excellence in teaching that outlines scientific teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments (from a variety of perspectives including community and academic), and pedagogical practices; 

• strong communication and expository skills and an demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor and train HQP; 

• commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly research or creative activities, including a dedication to making learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population; and 

• an ability and willingness to positively transform the life of the Department and the University through collegial service.

• having commensurate experience in the area of chemical and/or biological education or pedagogy would be considered an asset.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

Ryerson University

Serving a highly diverse student population of over 45,000, with 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs built on the integration of theoretical and practical learning and distinguished by a professionally focussed curriculum with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities, Ryerson is a vibrant, urban university known for its culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, community engagement and city-building through its award-winning architecture. 

Department of Chemistry and Biology and the Faculty of Science 

The Faculty of Science is home to a growing cohort of diverse students, and the Faculty of Science is strongly committed to recruiting diverse faculty members that reflect our students. This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

Working at Ryerson

At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. At Ryerson and within our department/school, we firmly believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to this path; our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do. 

Dedicated to a people first culture, Ryerson is proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer. We invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports available to faculty and their family, including access to our diverse faculty and staff networks. 

Visit us on Twitter:  @RyersonU, @RyersonHR, @RyersonVPFA and @RyersonECI and our LinkedIn company page.

Ryerson is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations please visit the accessibility and Human Rights websites.

Ryerson University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. 

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal (click on “Start Application Process” to begin) by March 15, 2021. The application must contain the following: 

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae; 
• A dossier of teaching experience which should also include a teaching statement/philosophy – 5 pages max
• A statement on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) – 2 pages max
• Plan for pedagogical research and innovation – 5 pages max
• The names of three references – no letters are required at this time

Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations. Candidates must therefore indicate in their application if they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.  

Contacts

Any confidential inquiries can be directed to the chair of the hiring committee: Dr. Bryan Koivisto at bryan.koivisto@ryerson.ca   

Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead at t26king@ryerson.ca. 

Black identified candidates who wish to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Shurla Charles-Forbes, Black Faculty & Staff Community Network at bfscn@ryerson.ca.  

For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process and/or inquiries regarding accessing the Faculty Recruitment Portal, please contact Michelle Gomes at michelle.gomes@ryerson.ca. 

https://hr.cf.ryerson.ca/ams/faculty/preview.cfm?posting_id=538832

 

Brandon University: 1 year teaching term

Applications are invited for a one-year term position in the area of Analytical/Physical Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry, effective August 1, 2021, or as mutually agreed. The Department offers B.Sc. and B.Sc. (Honours) degree programs with Majors and Minors in Chemistry. Applicants should consult the Brandon University course calendar for more information on program offerings.

Teaching responsibilities: The ideal candidate should be able to teach the lecture and laboratory sections of Physical Chemistry I (18:260 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar), Analytical Chemistry (18:262 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar), Instrumental Chemistry (18:362 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar) as well as General Chemistry (18:160 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar).

Research & Service responsibilities: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply for internal research funding, to supervise undergraduate honours projects in Chemistry, and to participate on faculty committees.

Rank and Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Qualifications: A minimum of a Ph.D. in Chemistry or other Chemistry related discipline. Experience in undergraduate teaching would be an asset. Experience teaching Physical Chemistry, Analytical and Instrumental laboratories would be an asset.

Application deadline: May 29, 2021 or until the position is filled

To be considered applications must be sent via email in a single pdf file of reasonable size and MUST include a cover letter (addressing experience in teaching and research, and experience or willingness to serve on committees), curriculum vitae, summary of teaching experience and teaching philosophy, citizenship or Canadian immigration status to: Dr. Bernadette Ardelli Dean of Science Brandon University Brandon, MB R7A 6A9 science@brandonu.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The names and contact information of three referees will be requested of short-listed candidates.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please indicate it in your cover letter. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request