Samuel Griffin hired by Mount Allison University

 Dr. Samuel E. Griffin grew up in West Kelowna, British Columbia (BC) and completed a B.Sc. degree with Honours in Chemistry from The University of British Columbia – Okanagan in Kelowna, BC, conducting research in the labs of Profs. Wesley Zandberg (analytical glycoscience) and Kevin Smith (organometallic chemistry). Excited by the organometallic chemistry of early-transition metals, he then pursued an NSERC-funded Ph.D. in Chemistry at The University of British Columbia in beautiful Vancouver, BC under the supervision of Prof. Laurel Schafer, investigating zirconium- and vanadium-catalyzed reactions. He successfully defended his thesis titled “1,3-N,O-Chelated Early-Transition-Metal Complexes for the Activation and Formation of C−E (E = H, C, N, O) Bonds”. Shifting gears to late-transition metals and materials chemistry, he then moved to sunny San Diego, California to work in the lab of Prof. Seth Cohen at the University of California, San Diego as an NSERC-funded postdoctoral scholar. During this time, his work focused on the development of low-valent metal-organic frameworks with phosphine linkers for catalytic applications. In Summer 2024, Dr. Griffin will be saying goodbye to the West coast and hello to the East coast as he starts as an Assistant Professor in the area of synthetic inorganic chemistry with applications in organometallic and materials chemistry at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick. 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-griffin-phd 

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=CcAIgTQAAAAJ&hl=en 

Dhésmon Lima Hired at Mount St. Vincent

Dr. Dhésmon Lima holds a B.Sc. (2014) and aM.Sc. (2016) degrees in Chemistry obtained at the State University of Ponta Grossa (Brazil), in which he conducted research focused on the green synthesis of noble metal nanoparticles and the design of electrochemical sensors for quality control of pharmaceutical formulations.  He obtained his Ph.D. degree (2020) in Analytical/Inorganic Chemistry at the State University of Ponta Grossa in partnership with the University of Toronto (Canada), in which he focused on the design of electrochemical biosensors to detect protein disease biomarkers,  including cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Dhésmon Lima joined the research group of Dr. Sabine Kuss at the University of Manitoba (Winnipeg, MB, Canada) as a postdoctoral fellow in 2021, conducting research in Bioelectrochemistry, mainly in the study and detection of rare mitochondrial diseases and drug resistance in cancer, the detection of mycotoxins in Canadian grains and the design and application of didactic experiments for Analytical Chemistry undergraduate laboratories. Dr. Dhésmon Lima will join the Department of Chemistry and Physics of Mount Saint Vincent University (Halifax, NS, Canada) as an assistant professor of Analytical Chemistry this summer, where he intends to apply (Bio)Eletrochemistry and Nanotechnology as tools to provide solutions for environmental issues and cancer diagnosis.

Toronto Metropolitan University: 1-year term position

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 Toronto Metropolitan University [www.torontomu.ca]  (formerly Ryerson University) invites applications for a Limited Term Faculty (LTF) position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Chemistry. The appointment shall be effective August 1, 2024 for a one (1) year term, subject to final budgetary approval. 

The successful candidate will engage only in the teaching and service duties of faculty members in the Department, while maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across such activities. The candidate will contribute to our undergraduate (BSc) and graduate (MSc/PhD) programs through teaching, mentoring and supervision of students. 

Candidates must hold a doctoral (PhD) degree in Chemistry, or a closely related field, by the appointment date. Candidates who are all-but-dissertation (ABD) and are able to demonstrate that they are very close to completion may also be considered. In addition, the successful candidate must present evidence of: 

• Potential for excellence in teaching that outlines scientific teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments (from a variety of perspectives including community and academic), and pedagogical practices. 
• Commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to teaching and service activities, including a demonstrated ability to make learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population.
• An ability and willingness to contribute to the life of the Department and the University through collegial service.  

 

Commensurate experience in chemistry education and pedagogy would be considered an asset. Candidates will be required to teach general chemistry including the following TMU courses: CHY102,  CHY152,  CHY 113.

Our committee recognizes that scholars have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions. 

 

Note: Limited Term Faculty appointments at Toronto Metropolitan University may not exceed a combined total of four years. Applicants with prior Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) LTF appointments need to consider this limitation, as it may render them ineligible to apply. 

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Toronto Metropolitan Faculty Association (TFA) [www.tfanet.ca]. Visit us at www.torontomu.ca/faculty-affairs to view the TFA collective agreement and a summary of TFA benefits. 

 

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)

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, TMU is a vibrant, urban university known for its culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, community engagement and city-building through its award-winning architecture.  

 

Department Chemistry and Biology, Faculty of Science

Our Department offers undergraduate and graduate (Master’s and Doctoral) programs to students of diverse backgrounds. Our faculty prides itself on the excellence of its research, the quality of its teaching and community engagement. We are interested in candidates who will contribute to our existing strengths in research/creative activity and teaching through academic, professional, and diverse lived experiences and perspectives. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDI&A) in all of our teaching, service and research. Resources describing EDI&A considerations in the Faculty of Science at TMU can be viewed at: https://sites.google.com/torontomu.ca/srio/edi-in-research-resources

 

Working at TMU

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. At TMU and within our department, 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, TMU is proud to rank number one on the Forbes List of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. 

We invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports  available to faculty, including access to our diverse faculty and staff networks. 

Visit us on X (previously known as Twitter): @torontomet, @VPFAtorontomet and @TorontoMetHR, and our LinkedIn page.

TMU 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.

Toronto Metropolitan 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+. Candidates who self identify as women, Black, Indigenous, or other marginalized and/or protected groups are especially welcome to provide details of how their lived experiences inform their work. 

 

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal [https://hr.cf.torontomu.ca/ams/faculty/] by clicking on “Start Application Process” to begin. Applications, consisting of the following, must be received by June 30, 2024:  

• a cover letter of application 
• 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
• 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. 

 

Contacts

Any confidential inquiries about the opportunity can be directed to the Departmental Hiring Committee Chair: Dr. Sarah Sabatinos at ssabatinos@torontomu.ca. 

Candidates who belong to one or more of the equity-deserving groups recognized at TMU are welcome to connect with Debbie Thompson [debbie.thompson@torontomu.ca], Executive Director, Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion [www.torontomu.ca/equity].   

For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process and/or inquiries regarding accessing the Recruitment Portal, please contact vpfa@torontomu.ca. 

https://hr.cf.torontomu.ca/ams/faculty/preview.cfm?posting_id=552000

Algoma University: Chemistry and Biochemistry - Assistant Professor, 3 Year Limited Term (Organic)

 Algoma University is committed to undoing systemic and institutional discrimination and being publicly transparent and accountable. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Special Mission. In keeping with the Seven Grandfather teachings that are the core values that inform our decisions as an institution, we are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe environment where everyone belongs. These values, commitments, and practices are highlighted in our institutional strategies, including the Strategic Plan;  Academic Plan; Research Plan, and EDI Plan. We live these values through the strength and richness that diversity brings to our workforce and welcome contributors from equity-deserving groups including Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, Persons with Disabilities, 2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer persons.

Algoma University (www.algomau.ca) is a rapidly growing and innovative institution that embraces research, scholarship, and teaching to pursue its Special Mission. The Special Mission is founded upon cross-cultural learning between Indigenous and other communities within a spirit of healing and reconciliation. Algoma University’s four faculties — Business and Economics, Cross-Cultural Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science — provide students with rich experiential learning opportunities across all of its campuses in Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie and Timmins. With a newly approved Strategic Research and Creative Works plan, Algoma will enhance its research capacity through community engaged partnerships and ongoing development of graduate programming.  We welcome those interested in this exciting time of growth!

Job Title: 3 Year Contract Limited Term, Assistant Professor in Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry (Laboratory Instruction)
Position Status: Temporary Full Time; OPSEU Local 685
Department: Department of Biology
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Preferred Start Date: August 15, 2024, or as negotiated

Qualifications & Application Process

• Qualifications
  • Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field and a demonstrated commitment to teaching and research.
  • This position is to teach 15 hours of lab instruction weekly in each of the Fall and Winter semesters.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching or expertise that would allow them to teach laboratory sessions for General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry
  • Demonstrated relevant academic background, research portfolio and a record of teaching excellence.
  • Experience with remote/online/hybrid instruction is desirable.

• Application Packages should contain the following:
  • a cover letter
  • a current CV
  • a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., examples of peer and/or student evaluations)
  • a research plan (up to two single-spaced pages)
  • sample publications or portfolio
  • Indigenization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (I-EDI) Statement
  • Contact information of three referees will be requested of longlisted candidates

Note: Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file, with a file name that identifies the applicant.

Candidates shall address their application to: Dr. Laurie Bloomfield, Dean of Science. All applications must be submitted electronically through this link. Applications received by 4:00 pm EST July 12, 2024 will be assured of consideration, though the posting remains open until the position is filled. The position is subject to budgetary approval. Any questions may be sent to facultyrelations@algomau.ca 

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Algoma University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal-opportunity employer. The university invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our Institution, including equity-deserving groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment (Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQQIPA+ persons).

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Algoma University throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Algoma University: Assistant Professor, 3 Year Limited Term (Organic, General and Environmental - Laboratory Instruction)

Algoma University is committed to undoing systemic and institutional discrimination and being publicly transparent and accountable. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Special Mission. In keeping with the Seven Grandfather teachings that are the core values that inform our decisions as an institution, we are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and safe environment where everyone belongs. These values, commitments, and practices are highlighted in our institutional strategies, including the Strategic Plan;  Academic Plan; Research Plan, and EDI Plan. We live these values through the strength and richness that diversity brings to our workforce and welcome contributors from equity-deserving groups including Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, Persons with Disabilities, 2 Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer persons.

Algoma University (www.algomau.ca) is a rapidly growing and innovative institution that embraces research, scholarship, and teaching to pursue its Special Mission. The Special Mission is founded upon cross-cultural learning between Indigenous and other communities within a spirit of healing and reconciliation. Algoma University’s four faculties — Business and Economics, Cross-Cultural Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science — provide students with rich experiential learning opportunities across all of its campuses in Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie and Timmins. With a newly approved Strategic Research and Creative Works plan, Algoma will enhance its research capacity through community engaged partnerships and ongoing development of graduate programming. We welcome those interested in this exciting time of growth!

Job Title: 3 Year Contract Limited Term, Assistant Professor in Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry (Laboratory Instruction)
Position Status: Temporary Full Time; OPSEU Local 685
Department: Department of Biology
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Preferred Start Date: August 15, 2024, or as negotiated

Qualifications & Application Process

• Qualifications
  • Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD in Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field and a demonstrated commitment to teaching and research.
  • This position is to teach 15 hours of lab instruction per week in each of the Fall and Winter semesters.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching or expertise that would allow them to teach laboratory sessions for General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Environmental Chemistry
  • demonstrated relevant academic background, research portfolio and a record of teaching excellence.
  • experience with remote/online/hybrid instruction is desirable.

• Application Packages should contain the following:
  • a cover letter
  • a current CV
  • a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., examples of peer and/or student evaluations)
  • a research plan (up to two single-spaced pages)
  • sample publications or portfolio
  • Indigenization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (I-EDI) Statement
  • Contact information of three referees will be requested of longlisted candidates

Note: Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file, with a file name that identifies the applicant.

Candidates shall address their application to: Dr. Laurie Bloomfield, Dean of Science. All applications must be submitted electronically through this link. Applications received by 4:00 pm EST July 12, 2024, will be assured of consideration, though the posting remains open until the position is filled. The position is subject to budgetary approval. Any questions may be sent to facultyrelations@algomau.ca 

The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Algoma University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal-opportunity employer. The university invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our Institution, including equity-deserving groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment (Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQQIPA+ persons).

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Algoma University throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

University of Lethbridge: Experimental Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Lethbridge invites applications for a tenure-track position in any area of experimental chemistry. This appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. The expected start date of the appointment is July 1, 2025, subject to budgetary approval. Minimum qualifications include undergraduate and doctoral degrees in Chemistry, as well as appropriate postdoctoral experience. The successful candidate will be expected to mount an externally funded research program that includes undergraduate and graduate students and will also teach required introductory and senior courses in the Chemistry program. Evidence of teaching experience is an asset, as is an ability to teach X-ray crystallography. The successful candidate will bring complementary experience and expertise that will support the diversification of our curriculum and research interests.

We are seeking a candidate with the capability to engage and inspire students in their academic work, and who will show initiative in contributing to the department’s programs and curriculum development.

Our University

The University of Lethbridge (uLethbridge) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on the principles of liberal education where inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day. With campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary, uLethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs in the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business, to more than 8,900 students.

Our Values

The University of Lethbridge recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and community and is fundamental to teaching, learning, and research excellence. The University as a whole embraces equity as a core value to be truly inclusive of the communities of which we are a part, and this requires ongoing intentional and systemic action. Through recruitment and support of individuals who further enhance our commitment to inclusion and diversity, the University strives to create a diverse community where students, faculty and staff feel welcome, are treated equitably, and can thrive.

Our Team

The successful candidate will join the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry team which consists of 12 research-active professors and 9 instructors. In addition to a strong undergraduate program with majors in both Chemistry and Biochemistry, the department has a thriving graduate program with a total of approximately 60 M.Sc. and Ph.D. students. The Department is proud of the state-of-the-art Science Commons Building, which contains shared and dedicated lab space for the new position. This 38,500 m2 building houses cutting edge research facilities (including 700 MHz, 500 MHz and 300 MHz NMR spectrometers, an EPR spectrometer with X-band and 4K data collection capabilities and a Rigaku-Oxford SuperNova Duo/Pilatus 200K X-ray diffractometer) and laboratory spaces that foster collaborations within and between disciplines. Candidates are encouraged to visit the following websites to find descriptions of the Department, Department-secured state-of-the-art centralized facilities and research institutes (Canadian Centre for Research in Advanced Fluorine Technologies (C-CRAFT) and the Alberta RNA Research and Training Institute (ARRTI)).

Our City

Home to more than 105,000 people, Lethbridge is a place where ideas grow. It is a culturally vibrant city with a flourishing arts scene and an active social calendar. We boast stunning scenery, four distinct seasons, spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets that illuminate Alberta’s big sky. Lethbridge is only two hours from Calgary’s International Airport and a short drive to both Waterton Lakes National Park and the United States border.

Application

All applications must be submitted online and include a letter of application, a detailed curriculum vitae, a 5-page NSERC Discovery Grant style research proposal, a statement of teaching experience, a teaching philosophy, an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) statement and contact information for three references (references will be contacted directly for short-listed candidates). Consideration of complete files will commence on October 1, 2024 and will continue until the short-list of candidates is finalized. The University of Lethbridge offers competitive benefits; the annual starting salary will be between $79,132 – $94,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Paul G. Hayes, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, at chembchm.chair@uleth.ca.

Employment Equity

The University of Lethbridge is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and representative workforce that is reflective of the community we serve. The University welcomes all applications from qualified candidates, including all employment equity groups of Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, racialized individuals and persons of diverse gender and sexual orientation protected under the Alberta Human Rights code. In accordance with the Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

Special Instructions

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential; only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

https://uleth.peopleadmin.ca/postings/7470