Saint Mary’s University: Tenure-Track Position in Materials Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, invites applications for a tenure- track position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence July 1, 2023, in the area of Materials Chemistry.

The successful candidate will have:

• a Ph.D. in Chemistry (or a closely related field) and will normally have postdoctoral or industrial experience;
• a strong record of research and a plan to establish an independent externally funded program;
• a commitment to excellence in teaching;
• a plan to contribute positively to the service of the university.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain an innovative, externally-funded research program in their field. Primary teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate classroom and lab instruction including curriculum development in the areas of physical chemistry, materials chemistry, and first year chemistry. The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the administrative life of the Department of Chemistry, the Faculty of Science, and the University in general.

The Department of Chemistry offers a nationally-accredited Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree program in Chemistry (Major and Honours). Undergraduate students are actively involved in faculty research and graduate students are enrolled in the MSc or PhD in Applied Science Program. Faculty members in the Department have access to advanced instrumentation, including a 300 MHz NMR, various mass spectrometers (including a QTOF HRMS), SEM/EDX, DSC, FT-IR, single crystal X-ray diffractometer, various spectrophotometers, and potentiostats.

Saint Mary’s University is one of Canada’s top primary undergraduate universities known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada’s best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary’s provides our 7,000 students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Saint Mary’s is community-focused with strong values, operating the way the world should. We embrace diversity, are committed to sustainability, and bravely tackle the issues that matter to society.

With students from as many as 118 different countries and partnerships with institutions in dozens of other countries, Saint Mary’s University is a leader in international and intercultural education. Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada’s east coast, Saint Mary’s University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces and fresh ocean air. Our campus is based in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq, and is global in reach and influence. The Saint Mary’s University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world—a world without limits.

At Saint Mary’s University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from members of equity deserving groups who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.

University of Toronto: Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry - sustainable chemical engineering

Date Posted: 10/17/2022

Closing Date: 11/30/2022, 11:59PM ET

Req ID: 27663

Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering

Department: Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry

Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering at the University of Toronto invites applications for up to two full-time tenure stream positions in the area of sustainable chemical engineering. The appointments will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2023. 

Applicants are expected to have a PhD degree in chemical, environmental or materials engineering or in applied chemistry or a related area at the time of appointment or soon after.  We seek candidates with expertise in sustainable chemical, energy, and materials at scale and whose research and teaching complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. There are several areas of interest including but not limited to batteries, energy storage, and fuel cells; carbon capture, utilization, and storage; catalysis and photocatalysis; decarbonization of energy systems; decentralized manufacturing; fuels, chemicals and materials from sustainable feedstocks; industrial biomanufacturing of chemicals, energy, and materials; renewable hydrogen production; and waste valorization and resource recovery.

 The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and continuously lead an outstanding, independent, innovative, externally funded research program of international calibre, and teach in the chemical engineering curriculum at the undergraduate and post-graduate level. We will prioritize candidates who demonstrate the ability to sustain and lead innovative research that will advance the global frontiers of knowledge in the field, rather than only their specialization area. Collaborative and inter-disciplinary research and collegial interaction will be important elements in success. Eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario is an asset.

Excellence in research is evidenced primarily by publications or forthcoming publications in leading journals or conferences, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements by referees of high standing. 

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by the statement of teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments, and a teaching dossier including sample syllabi and teaching evaluations or other evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities, as well as strong endorsements. Other teaching related activities can include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are essential to academic excellence and to the success of our department. Evidence of a commitment to EDI will be demonstrated by a statement describing views, experiences and/or plans furthering EDI via teaching mentorship, outreach, and/or other activities.

 Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified applicants are invited to apply online by clicking on the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a statement of research vision with a five to ten year horizon (three to five pages); up to three sample publications; a teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy and interests, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations, or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities as listed above; and an EDI statement (as outlined above). All application materials must be submitted online. 

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each once an application is submitted. Applicants, however, remain responsible for ensuring that references submit letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. 

All application materials, including reference letters must be received by November 30, 2022.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format (maximum file size of 10 MB per attachment). If you have any questions about this position please contact chair.chemeng@utoronto.ca. 

 The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto is committed to its vision statement, “Through leading edge research and innovation, we integrate chemistry, biology and engineering to drive solutions to global challenges in energy, the environment and health”. For more information on the Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, please visit www.chem-eng.utoronto.ca.

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

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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