Mount Royal University: Analytical Biochemistry

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Today, Mount Royal offers 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors, along with a wide range of diploma and certificate options. It boasts a diverse community with nearly 16,000 credit students, more than 5,500 non-credit students and about 1,700 employees.

Mount Royal is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina, and the Iyarhe Nakoda. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Faculty of Science and Technology
Mount Royal’s Faculty of Science and Technology offers Bachelor’s Degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Data Science, Environmental Science, Geology, and General Science which allow students to prepare for a variety of exciting careers in science and technology by not only teaching them the basics of science but also how to be flexible and innovative problem-solvers. 

Faculty members in the Faculty of Science and Technology also support the delivery of the liberal education component of all Mount Royal University undergraduate degree programs by teaching courses in General Education (GNED), Cluster-One: Numeracy and Scientific Literacy. In foundation level GNED courses students explore pre-disciplinary themes and subjects and are exposed to a range of academic disciplines while developing key undergraduate intellectual capacities.

The Department of Chemistry and Physics offers a Bachelor of Science Chemistry major with two concentrations (Analytical Biochemistry and General Chemistry Option), as well as minors in Astronomy, Chemistry and Physics. The Department is committed to providing exceptional teaching and scholarship experiences for undergraduate students in a supportive environment of equity, diversity and inclusion.

About the Role
The Department of Chemistry and Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology at Mount Royal University invites applications for a tenure track position which will commence July 1, 2024, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will be a passionate teacher who will make substantial contributions to the Analytical Biochemistry concentration in the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry major. Applicants should have a PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field, with expertise in analytical chemistry applied to biochemical problems. Expertise in spectroscopic methods that leverages the Department’s suite of instruments will be considered an asset. The successful candidate will teach specialized courses in the Analytical Biochemistry concentration as well as more general courses throughout the Chemistry major. The successful candidate will also have the possibility to teach in the General Education program if desired.

Applicants should demonstrate their intent and ability to pursue a research program. In particular, they should articulate a well-defined plan to involve undergraduate students in their research program. The potential for success in obtaining external funding will be considered an asset.

The successful candidate will be hired directly into the Teaching/Scholarship/Service (TSS)  work pattern. The TSS work pattern focuses on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member also be involved in a  program of scholarship as well as service to the Mount Royal community. Alternatively, the Teaching/Service pattern (TS) focuses on teaching and service only. There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.

For further information, contact Dr. Raphael Slawinski, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Physics at rslawinski@mtroyal.ca. 

What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. 

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. 

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public. 

Closing Date: February 23, 2024

Apply Here: https://mtroyalca.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/2576  

University of Winnipeg: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Winnipeg invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in any area of biochemistry.  Subject to budgetary approval, this position will commence July 1, 2024. Salary levels will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and in accordance with the University of Winnipeg Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in biochemistry and have relevant postdoctoral research 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, research program involving undergraduate and graduate students that is complementary to the department. They will teach undergraduate courses, particularly core courses in biochemistry. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in Departmental and University service.

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

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae
• 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)
• a personal statement on contributions and reflections on equity, diversity and inclusion in terms of teaching, research, service (maximum one page)
• copies of at most three relevant publications
• the names and contact information for three referees willing to write letters of support for the candidate

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system (https://www.northstarats.com/University-of-Winnipeg).

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on February 26, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled; full consideration is assured for applications received by February 23, 2024.

Enquiries should be directed to Dr. Joshua Hollett, Chair, Department of Chemistry, j.hollett@uwinnipeg.ca.

The Department of Chemistry offers 3- and 4-year undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry, and is home to nine research faculty, four instructors, and four support staff. Core in-house research infrastructure includes: NMR spectroscopy, high-resolution mass spectrometry, single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction, and high-performance computing. Additional information on the Department of Chemistry is available at http://chemistry.uwinnipeg.ca/home/.

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.

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.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to ensuring employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.

The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or human_resources@uwinnipeg.ca.

Additional information on The University of Winnipeg is available at http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/.

University of Winnipeg: one-year term instructor in the area of biochemistry or organic chemistry

 The Department of Chemistry at The University of Winnipeg invites applications for a one-year term appointment at the rank of Instructor in the area of biochemistry or organic chemistry. Subject to budgetary approval, this position will commence August 1, 2024. Salary levels will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and in accordance with the University of Winnipeg Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

Applicants must hold a minimum of a Master’s degree with expertise in either biochemistry or organic chemistry at the time of appointment. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality classroom and laboratory teaching. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and coordinating a combination of second to fourth-year organic and/or biochemistry laboratories, with an opportunity to teach first-year chemistry lectures.  In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in Departmental and University service.

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

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae
• a teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations, if available (one to two pages)
• a personal statement on contributions and reflections on equity, diversity and inclusion in terms of teaching, research, service (maximum one page)
• the names and contact information for three referees willing to write letters of support for the candidate

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system (https://www.northstarats.com/University-of-Winnipeg).

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on February 26, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled; full consideration is assured for applications received by February 23, 2024.

Enquiries should be directed to Dr. Joshua Hollett, Chair, Department of Chemistry, j.hollett@uwinnipeg.ca.

The Department of Chemistry offers 3- and 4-year undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry, and is home to nine research faculty, four instructors, and four support staff. Core in-house research infrastructure includes: NMR spectroscopy, high-resolution mass spectrometry, single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction, and high-performance computing. Additional information on the Department of Chemistry is available at http://chemistry.uwinnipeg.ca/home/.

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.

Additional information on The University of Winnipeg is available at http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/.

University of Winnipeg: Inorganic Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Winnipeg invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in any area of inorganic chemistry. Subject to budgetary approval, this position will commence July 1, 2024. Salary levels will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and in accordance with the University of Winnipeg Faculty Association Collective Agreement.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry and have relevant postdoctoral research 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, research program involving undergraduate and graduate students that is complementary to the department. They will teach undergraduate courses, particularly core courses in inorganic chemistry. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in Departmental and University service.

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

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae
• 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)
• a personal statement on contributions and reflections on equity, diversity and inclusion in terms of teaching, research, service (maximum one page)
• copies of at most three relevant publications
• the names and contact information for three referees willing to write letters of support for the candidate

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system (https://www.northstarats.com/University-of-Winnipeg).

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on February 26, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled; full consideration is assured for applications received by February 23, 2024.

Enquiries should be directed to Dr. Joshua Hollett, Chair, Department of Chemistry, j.hollett@uwinnipeg.ca.

The Department of Chemistry offers 3- and 4-year undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry, and is home to nine research faculty, four instructors, and four support staff. Core in-house research infrastructure includes: NMR spectroscopy, high-resolution mass spectrometry, single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction, and high-performance computing. Additional information on the Department of Chemistry is available at http://chemistry.uwinnipeg.ca/home/.

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.

Additional information on The University of Winnipeg is available at http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/.

Laurentian University: Assistant Professor (Environmental Analytical Chemistry)

The School of Natural Sciences in the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture at Laurentian University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant professor with specialization in Environmental Analytical Chemistry. The preferred start date is July 1, 2024*.

Candidates must have completed a PhD degree in chemistry or related discipline at the start of the appointment. Relevant work experience at a post-secondary institution is an asset. Candidates with proven research expertise in developing and implementing state-of-the-art analytical chemistry methods for the analysis of chemical contaminants and environmental toxins relevant to human health are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will be able to teach analytical chemistry and instrumentation courses at the undergraduate level, and contribute to the MSc programs in Chemical Sciences and/or Biology as well as the PhD programs in Biomolecular Sciences, Boreal Ecology and/or Materials Science. The candidate will build a strong research program, secure external funding support, and supervise students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. It is expected that the successful candidate will forge interdisciplinary research interactions and collaborations with colleagues in the Faculty of Science, Engineering & Architecture, other post-secondary institutions as well as governmental agencies and/or the private sector.

The successful candidate will have the following essential qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in a relevant field at the time of appointment.
• Have active knowledge of both official languages (functional bilingualism); consideration of receptive bilingualism (passive comprehension of the French/English language) will be given in exceptional cases.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate courses in chemistry. The candidate will have demonstrated a commitment to pedagogical and academic excellence.
• A track record of publications in peer-reviewed literature in environmental analytical chemistry.
• Commitment to promoting a diverse, inclusive and vibrant academic and work environment.

In addition to active engagement and participation in teaching and research, the successful candidate will be expected to have an on-campus presence and make contributions through service to the School, Faculty, University, and broader community.

The School of Natural Sciences is the newest and largest academic unit in the Faculty of Science, Engineering & Architecture. Our faculty members are actively involved in research projects covering a wide range of fields, including applied and theoretical chemistry, environmental biology, biomedical science, forensic toxicology, materials science, neurobiology, zoology as well as science communication. The unit boasts a Canada Research Chair in Stressed Aquatic Systems, and houses the Vale Living with Lakes Centre, a world-renowned research centre on the main environmental issues of our day.

Laurentian University, located on Atikameksheng Anishnawbek territory in Sudbury, Ontario, serves over 8000 students and is one of two bilingual universities in the province of Ontario. Committed to its bilingual, tricultural mandate, Laurentian University offers an outstanding university experience in English and French with a comprehensive approach to Indigenous education. Laurentian’s beautiful, forested campus is surrounded by fresh-water lakes, conservation lands and hundreds of kilometres of cross-country and hiking trails while situated in the geographic centre of Greater Sudbury, northern Ontario’s major urban centre (population 160,000). Laurentian University has close and productive ties to Science North, SNOLAB, Health Sciences North and multiple post-secondary institutions.

Application Requirements
Applications should include the following items:

• A cover letter which clearly indicates the area(s) of expertise. The letter must also include one of the two statements about citizenship/resident status specified below.
• Complete and up-to-date Curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications.
• A teaching statement, which would contain a teaching philosophy, strategies for student engagement, etc.
• A research statement, including a description of potential research projects the candidate would initiate at Laurentian.
• A statement providing evidence of incorporation of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) into both teaching and research.
• Names and full contact information for three academic referees.

The application package, inclusive of all documents, should be sent electronically as a single PDF file to: Office of Provost and Vice-president, Academic at pvpa@laurentian.ca with the following subject line: application for faculty position in Environmental Analytical Chemistry. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2024 until the position is filled.

Further information about the position should be directed to the Office of Provost and Vice-president, Academic.

Laurentian University is an inclusive and welcoming community committed to employment equity. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. Laurentian University's bilingualism policy (Section 7.3.b) provides a provision regarding the language requirement for persons self-identifying as First Nations, Métis or Inuit. (https://laurentian.ca/bilingualism) The successful candidate will be part of the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA). Candidates are encouraged to consult the Collective Agreement at www.lufappul.ca.

Laurentian University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the Office of the Provost and Vice-President Academic for more information (pvpa@laurentian.ca).

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

To comply with federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information as to how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applicants must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada” in their cover letter. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.

* Pending budget approval by the Board of Governors.