Concordia University: Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier II in Biochemical Approaches to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

Job title: Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier II in Biochemical Approaches to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

Position code: 23_C_CHEM_M 
Date posted: October 31, 2023
Application deadline: February 2, 2024
Advertised until: Position is filled

Position description

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Concordia University invites applications for a Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier II in Biochemical Approaches to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance, a research-intensive tenure-track faculty position. We are seeking candidates who will develop a research program focusing on aspects of the biochemistry of combating antimicrobial resistance. This may include an interest in directed evolution and the design and optimization of antimicrobial-producing enzymes from existing and novel biosynthetic pathways, and the development of strategies to inhibit enzymes critical to pathogen survival. Additional research areas of interest related to the position include protein engineering, protein structure, and protein morphogenesis.

Qualifications and assets

Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry or a related discipline, relevant postdoctoral experience and demonstrated research expertise in at least one of the research areas of interest. The successful candidate will provide evidence of a superior publication record and a demonstrated ability to attract substantial external funding for an evolving research program, taking into full consideration career stage, career breaks and special circumstances. The candidate also will have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and mentoring, the potential to attract and retain excellent and diverse trainees, strong leadership potential, and the potential to achieve international recognition as required by the CRC Tier II program including, but not limited to, invitations to speak at scientific conferences and interviews and knowledge transfer activities. 

Candidates eligible for Tier II chair positions must be excellent emerging scholars within 10 years of their highest degree at the time of nomination (exclusive of career interruptions).  Potential Tier II candidates who are more than 10 years from their highest degree should take note that certain career interruptions may still make them eligible for nomination. Potential candidates are encouraged to submit a formal justification by means of the Tier II Justification Assessment Form, which will be considered in the review of applications.  Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria and acceptable justifications to the extension of the eligibility term.

Notwithstanding the above and irrespective of their submission of a formal justification, candidates are encouraged to share any career interruptions or personal circumstances that may have had an impact on their career goals (such as the decision to have a family, eldercare, illness, and so forth) in their letter of application. These will be carefully considered in the assessment process. The Department values diversity among its faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic functions of the university, proficiency in English is required. Working knowledge of French, including reading and grading student work in French, is an asset.             

How to apply

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applicants must include one of the following statements: 

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada 

or 

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Application packages should be addressed to Dr Paul Joyce, Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, and must include a cover letter clearly identifying the title and position code [23_C_CHEM_M], a comprehensive curriculum vitae, a 5-page description of their planned research program highlighting its innovation, a 1-page summary of their most significant research contributions to date, a 2-page statement of teaching and training philosophy and interests, and three letters of support. Applications should be submitted electronically to chembiochem.ac@concordia.ca, with the subject heading CRC Application by February 2, 2024, but will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. The appointment is expected to commence in August 2024. All inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Dr Paul Joyce at chair.chemistryandbiochemistry@concordia.ca.

Concordia University is strongly committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community, and recognizes the importance of inclusion in achieving excellence in teaching and research. As part of this commitment to providing our students with the dynamic, innovative, and inclusive educational environment of a Next‐Generation University, we require all applicants to articulate in their cover letter how their background, as well as lived and professional experiences and expertise have prepared them to teach in ways that are relevant for a diverse, multicultural contemporary Canadian society. 

Possible examples to demonstrate a diverse experience may include, but are not limited to: 

• teaching about underrepresented populations 
• mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds 
• committee work 
• offering or organizing educational programming 
• participation in training and workshops 

All applicants will receive an email invitation to complete a short equity survey. Participation in the survey is voluntary and no identifying information about candidates will be shared with hiring committees. Candidates who wish to self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group to the hiring committee may do so in their cover letter or by writing directly to the contact person indicated in this posting.

Adaptive measures

Applicants who anticipate requiring adaptive measures throughout any stage of the recruitment process may contact, in confidence, Anna Barrafato, Accessibility Change Lead: anna.barrafato@concordia.ca or by phone at 514.848.2424 extension 3511.

Queen’s University:Tenure Track Position in Nanomaterials and Surface Science

The Department of Chemistry at Queen's University invites applicants for a tenure- track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate level to complement the research of the Carbon-to-metal Coating Institute (C2MCI). The successful candidate will develop a globally recognized, externally-funded, interdisciplinary research program focused on surface chemistry, nanoscience, microscopy, and surface characterization techniques. Strong connections to the Department of Physics, Engineering Physics and Astronomy are encouraged, and will enable leveraging of existing state-of-the-art microscopy instrumentation. Applicants should be creative scientists with a strong commitment to research, graduate training, and promotion of equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM.

This position is made possible by a transformative $30M investment by Bruce Mitchell (Sc’68, DSc'20). The successful candidate will receive direct research support for the first 5 years of their tenure from the Bruce Mitchell Research Program, including resources to support the recruitment of multiple postdoctoral researchers/students. Decreased teaching and administrative responsibilities will be associated with this position to enable the candidate to develop a world-class research program. The preferred starting date is July 1st, 2024.

The C2MCI is an international institute in the Department of Chemistry focused on developing cutting edge solutions to prevent the corrosion of metals and enable their manipulation and stabilization on the macro to nanometer scales. Our diverse global team includes experts from chemistry, physics, health sciences, and engineering. Current research includes developing and testing the next generation of coatings for bulk metal surfaces, the application of novel organic materials in semiconductor manufacturing, and the development and testing of novel metallic nanomedicines.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent completed by the start date of the appointment. The main criteria for selection are calibre of the research program, collaborative potential and teaching excellence.

Vaccination Requirements

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended effective May 1, 2022, but the University may reinstate them at any point.

Institution

Queen’s University has a long history of scholarship, discovery, and innovation that shapes our collective knowledge and helps address some of the world’s most pressing concerns. Home to more than 25,000 students, Queen’s offers a comprehensive research-intensive environment. Diverse perspectives and a wealth of experience enrich our students and faculty while a core part of our mission is to engage in international learning and research.

In 2023, for the third year in a row, Queen’s University has ranked in top 10 globally Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, securing the position of third worldwide and first in North America. The rankings measured over 1,700 post-secondary institutions on their work to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

From Nobel Prize-winning research exploring the building blocks of the universe to cancer care and treatment to sustainable technologies, our university is tackling humanity’s most pressing challenges.

A member of the U15 group of Canadian research universities, Queen’s is home to a vibrant research community that includes 33 Canada Research Chairs and over 20 research institutes who work in partnership with communities, governments, and industry to advance research and innovation, making a measured impact on Canada and the world.

Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. Employees also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children. Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave. In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent

children in daycare. Details are set out in the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources.

The City

The University is situated on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe, in historic Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario. Queen’s is an integral part of the Kingston community, with the campus nestled in the core of the city, only a 10-minute walk to downtown. Kingston’s residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life with a wide range of cultural and creative opportunities, with access to many natural areas and proximity to vibrant First Nations Communities including Tyendinaga and Akwesasne. Kingston is a unique Canadian city of 125,000 with a distinct blend of history, recreation, industry, and learning. Kingston offers waterfront living with many recreational opportunities. It is within a two-and-a-half hour drive (two-hour train ride) to the commercial, industrial and political hubs of Toronto, Montreal, and the nation’s capital, Ottawa, and a thirty minute drive from the international bridge linking Ontario and upstate New York. The city is also the origin of the historic Rideau Canal system – a UNESCO International Heritage site, and is close to Frontenac Provincial Park, the Thousand Islands National Park, and the Frontenac Arch UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The Queen’s University Biological Station, north of the city, encompasses 34 km2 of diverse lands, affording premier learning and research opportunities. Visit Inclusive Queen’s for information on equity, diversity and inclusion resources and initiatives.

How to Apply

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Applications from all qualified candidates will be considered in the applicant pool. In order to support your employment at Queen’s, we require you to indicate whether or not you will need a work permit.

In addition, the impact of certain circumstances that may legitimately affect a nominee’s record of research achievement will be given careful consideration when assessing the nominee’s research productivity. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Candace Chabot, Administrative and Advancement Coordinator, in the Department of Chemistry, at chemadco@queensu.ca.

Those interested in this position should submit a complete application package, including the following documents:

• a cover letter, indicating whether or not you will require a work permit and/or require support with an extension of your work permit in the future;

• a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications);

• a statement of research interests;

• a statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and evaluations if available);

• a statement of experience with, and commitment to, facilitation and promotion of Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility; and,

• the names and contact information of three referees.

The deadline for applications is February 29, 2024.

Applicants are asked to send all documents in their application packages electronically as PDFs to Dr. David Zechel at depthead@chem.queensu.ca.

Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the University and the Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA), which is posted at http://queensu.ca/facultyrelations/faculty-librarians-and- archivists/collective-agreement and at http://www.qufa.ca.

Congratulations to Dr. Marissa L. Clapson, who has been hired @UPEI

Dr. Marissa L. Clapson has started her new position as assistant professor of inorganic chemistry at the University of Prince Edward Island. Marissa received her PhD in 2021 from the University of Calgary under the supervision of Dr. Warren Piers. Her thesis focused on small molecule activation utilizing cobalt PCP carbene complexes & SoTL explorations in the gamification of learning in chemistry. Marissa later pursued postdoctoral studies at the University of Windsor working with Dr. Marcus Drover on the synthesis of base metal complexes featuring boron in the secondary coordination sphere. Her current research focuses on the development of sustainable base metal systems for the conversion of environmental pollutants to usable feedstock chemicals. In this pursuit her research group is working to develop redox active PCP pincer ligands featuring Lewis acidic moieties in the secondary coordination sphere for CO2 reduction. 

Beyond her laboratory pursuits, Marissa is an active researcher in chemistry education, working to incorporate gamified and inquiry-based learning experience into classrooms as well as chemistry conferences. She has been recognized through several awards including the 2022 IDW Rigaku Oral Presentation Award, NSERC CGS-D, and the 2020 University of Calgary Graduate Teaching Award.

In her spare time Marissa enjoys exploring the wilderness (hiking), reading, and sampling new wines. You can expect to find her in her office brainstorming new and exciting teaching activities, mentoring junior researchers, and googling new student slang.

@Chemrissa

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières: Professeure régulière ou professeur régulier - Département de chimie, biochimie et physique (Chimie organique et produits naturels des végétaux)

 Affichage du 24 novembre 2023 au 12 janvier 2024

Discipline : Chimie organique et produits naturels des végétaux

Fonctions :  l'enseignement, la recherche, le service à la collectivité et la direction pédagogique

Exigences :

• Être détenteur d'un doctorat (Ph. D.) en chimie organique ou dans un domaine connexe.
• Posséder de l'expérience postdoctorale en chimie des produits naturels ou dans un domaine connexe est un atout.
• Être membre de l'Ordre des chimistes du Québec est un atout.

Expérience :

Enseignement :

• La personne candidate devra être en mesure d'enseigner les cours de chimie organique de base, pour lesquels le département a de grands besoins. Idéalement, elle devra posséder de l'expérience en enseignement et une bonne connaissance en analyse organique instrumentale.

​​​​​​​Recherche :​​​​​​​

• La personne candidate devra détenir un excellent dossier de publications dans le domaine de la chimie organique ou de synthèse organique. 
• La personne candidate devra être en mesure de développer une programmation de recherche autonome. Ses partenaires privilégiés pour développer des collaborations se retrouveront au Département de chimie, biochimie et physique. On la souhaite voir développer des collaborations de recherche avec le Groupe de Recherche en Biologie Végétale et/ou avec le Groupe de recherche en science forensique.

Notes :

• Une connaissance suffisante de la langue française ou être déterminé à l’apprendre une fois en poste. L’UQTR offre un soutien à l’apprentissage de la langue française;

• Toutes les personnes qualifiées sont invitées à postuler. Veuillez noter que, conformément aux exigences de l’immigration canadienne, la priorité sera toutefois accordée aux personnes détenant la citoyenneté canadienne ainsi que le statut de résident permanent;
• Le poste et l'embauche sont sous réserve de l'approbation des instances.

Date d'entrée en fonction : 1er juin 2024 ou date à convenir avec l'Université

Traitement : selon la convention collective des professeurs et professeures

Toute candidature sera traitée confidentiellement.

Veuillez faire parvenir votre candidature avant 17 h, le 12 janvier 2024. Seules les candidatures soumises sur le site des offres d'emploi de l'UQTR seront considérées.​​​​​​​

L’Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières est engagée dans une démarche menant vers une université pleinement équitable, diversifiée et inclusive (ÉDI). En ce sens, elle porte un regard sur ses pratiques et souhaite être un acteur engagé dans son milieu et au sein de la société. Elle valorise la diversité au sein de son personnel et reconnaît le caractère pluriel des identités. Elle encourage particulièrement les femmes, les personnes autochtones, les membres de minorités visibles ou ethniques, les personnes ayant des limitations ainsi que les personnes issues des communautés LGBTQ+ à soumettre leur candidature. Conformément à la Loi, l'Université souscrit au programme d'accès à l'égalité en emploi. Sur demande, le processus de recrutement peut être adapté selon les besoins des personnes vivant avec des limitations. Le respect de la confidentialité des informations est pris au sérieux.

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University of Manitoba: Organic Chemistry Instructor I

 The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a full-time probationary position at the rank of Instructor I, commencing April 1, 2024, or on a mutually agreed upon date. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Department seeks an emerging scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching and pedagogical development. Preference will be given to those with teaching experience and Ph.D (preferred) in Organic Chemistry or a related field. Duties may include undergraduate teaching, including live lecture, lab-based instruction, pedagogical, course and lab development and assessment, and service-related activities. The successful candidate must have a track record of outstanding teaching contributions and preferably course development and must exhibit evidence of the ability to work in a collaborative environment and with diverse students.

To enhance our department and create role models for a diverse population of students, we particularly invite application from those who can support and enhance our diversity, including women, Indigenous peoples, other visible minorities, and those committed to a diverse environment.

The Department currently has 19 full time tenured and tenure track faculty members and 9 Instructors and offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs in Chemistry and Biochemistry. The Department has a well-established and equipped teaching and research facilities such as microwave reactors, X-ray diffractometers, NMR spectrometers, thermogravimetric analysis, electrochemical equipment, IR spectroscopy, gas-chromatography mass spectrometers and high performance liquid chromatography instruments among others, and is supported by strong links with other University of Manitoba departments including Microbiology, Physics and Astronomy, Biological Sciences and Civil Engineering. Instructors and faculty members receive strong support by the University’s Centre for Teaching and Learning Further information about the Department can be obtained from https://umanitoba.ca/science/chemistry.

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies – inspire.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). 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 UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Applications including a curriculum vitae, a description of teaching philosophy and pedagogy development interest including a discussion the applicant's approach in engaging students in large classrooms and in advising and mentoring students (2 pages), evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), an equity, diversity and inclusion statement (2 pages), and contact information for three references should be sent to chemistry.recruitment@umanitoba.ca (PDF files preferred). Please ensure to specify position number # 34478 in the application. For further information contact the Search Committee Chair at ute.kothe@umanitoba.ca.

The closing date for receipt of applications is January 3, 2024. 

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

University of Toronto (St. George Campus): Frontiers in Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry

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 Frontiers in Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry. The appointments will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2024. 

Applicants are expected to have a PhD degree in chemical engineering or a related area at the time of appointment or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching are at the frontiers of chemical, biochemical, environmental, or materials engineering or in applied chemistry/biochemistry, who complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths, and who impact foundational principles that integrate chemistry, biology and engineering to tackle the grand challenges facing our society in sustainability. 

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 of chemical engineering and applied chemistry (refer to the vision statement of the department at https://chem-eng.utoronto.ca). 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, field-relevant 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 letters of reference. 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.

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 https://chem-eng.utoronto.ca.

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 (maximum three 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 referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants, however, remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ

Submission guidelines can be found at https://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. 

All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by January 17, 2024.

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

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

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.

University of Toronto (St. George Campus): Biomolecular Sciences

 

University of Toronto (St. George Campus)

Location: Ontario

Date posted: 2023-11-22

Advertised until: 2024-01-15

Closing Date: 01/15/2024, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 34814
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Pharmacy
Department: Faculty of Pharmacy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

The Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream appointment in Biomolecular Sciences (BMS) at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.

We seek applications from exceptional candidates whose research interests complement and enhance the research programs of the highly collaborative faculty currently in the department and our exceptional local ecosystem in biomedical research.  We are seeking candidates with programs of research focused on drug discovery and target validation.

The successful applicant will also become a part of the Structural Genomics Consortium-Toronto.  This non-profit research network currently involves partners at five different universities in North America and Europe, and adheres to open science principles.  Its aims are to discover new druggable targets and pathways in areas of relevance to human health, and to launch new drug discovery projects that prioritize equitable access, as a guiding principle. 

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a PhD in pharmaceutical or medical sciences, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, engineering, structural biology or a related area, by the time of appointment. Postdoctoral experience, or equivalent (e.g related professional experience in industry, government, health care etc.), in an area related to drug discovery is preferred. We are seeking candidates with experience in the application of structural biology, biochemistry and biophysics in drug discovery and have interest and/or background in rare disease research and/or with research experience in discovering new druggable targets in pathways of relevance to human health.

Candidates must have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to mount an independent, innovative, active, externally funded and internationally recognized research program. The successful candidate will also demonstrate excellence in teaching. This candidate will be expected to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students in our PharmD professional programs and to graduate studies in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
                     
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence that can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing. 

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching portfolio including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore asked to include a statement discussing past, current and/or planned contributions to equity and diversity.

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the Unit
The Biomolecular Sciences (BMS) Division at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy offers a cutting-edge and transdisciplinary environment for pharmaceutical sciences research. Current research strengths in the BMS Division include the development of therapeutics and diagnostics, elucidation of molecular mechanisms of disease, pharmaceutical oncology, drug disposition and molecular toxicology, drug delivery and the use of nanotechnology for the development of therapeutics and diagnostics. Researchers in the BMS Division come from a variety of disciplines including Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and Physics. The Faculty is committed to a strong link between research and education.

About the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy and the Structural Genomics Consortium
With nearly 1,000 undergraduate and over 140 graduate students, the University of Toronto’s Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy is a recognized global leader in the fields of pharmacy education and research. Together, we are moving science and health through a focus on excellence and innovation. Consistently ranked as the top faculty of pharmacy in Canada and one of the top five in the world, we offer a vibrant community of world-leading professionals and researchers and endless opportunities for growth. 

We are located in the heart of Toronto's Discovery District, a nexus of scientific innovation and entrepreneurial creativity. The University of Toronto and its affiliated hospitals and research institutes together constitute one of the top centers for biomedical research in the world with outstanding opportunities for collaborations leading to multi-disciplinary innovations. 

The Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy is home to the Centre for Pharmaceutical Oncology, PRiME next generation precision medicine, The World Health Organization Collaborating Centre (WHO CC) for Governance, Accountability, and Transparency in the Pharmaceutical Sector and the Centre for Practice Excellence. 

For more information on the LDFP and Programs offered including the PharmD, PharmD for Pharmacists, and Graduate Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences programs and others please visit our website: https://www.pharmacy.utoronto.ca/programs 

The Structural Genomics Consortium (SGC) is an international structural and chemical biology organization, led from Toronto, that collaborates with industry to focus on elucidating the functions and disease relevance of all proteins encoded by the human genome, with an emphasis on those that are disease related, but relatively understudied.  The SGC places all its research output into the public domain without restriction, and never files for patents.  

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below.  Applications must include:

• a cover letter
• a current curriculum vitae
• statement of research interests (3 page limit)
• teaching dossier/portfolio including a compelling statement of teaching philosophy highlighting areas of interest (3 page limit), awards and accomplishments; a summary of previous teaching experience including graduate trainees, and sample course syllabi, materials and evaluations
• an equity and diversity statement (outlined above; 1 page limit)
• up to three representative publications or working papers

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 referee the day after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

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. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Tara Snyder at  academichr.phm@utoronto.ca. 

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by January 15, 2024.

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

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

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.