University of New Brunswick: Department of Biological Sciences (organic chemistry)

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of New Brunswick Saint John invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in chemistry at the Assistant Teaching Professor level beginning July 1, 2022, subject to budgetary approval.

We seek to hire a chemistry assistant teaching professor with expertise in organic chemistry and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Teaching responsibilities include the preparation and delivery of chemistry lectures, tutorials and laboratories to first and second year science students. Qualifications include a minimum of a master’s degree in Chemistry, and demonstrated excellence in teaching. UNB Saint John has a strong commitment to teaching.

The Department of Biological Sciences is an interdisciplinary department that offers 4-year BSc degrees in Marine Biology, Biology, and Biology-Psychology, as well as minors in chemistry and geology. The department also offers research-based MSc and PhD degrees in Biology. It has 20 faculty members with research expertise in a variety of fields of biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. For more information, visit the Departmental website: http://www.unb.ca/saintjohn/sase/dept/biology/index.html.

Applicants are requested to submit electronically (as a single PDF) a curriculum vitae, the names and addresses (e-mail and telephone number) of three referees, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a teaching dossier to:

Dr. Heather Hunt, Chair of Biological Sciences
Email: sjbiol@unb.ca
Competition #21-18 

Applicants should state whether they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Review of applications will begin on January 17, 2022.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and 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. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.