Trent University: Experimental inorganic chemistry

Trent University invites applications for a tenure track position in the field of experimental inorganic chemistry, in the Department of Chemistry. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence July 1, 2025.   This position will be located at the Trent Peterborough campus and is subject to budgetary approval.

A Ph.D. degree in chemistry, or a directly related discipline is required. We expect the successful candidate to develop a robust, externally funded research program in inorganic chemistry. Potential for research success will be evaluated based on a strong publication record, relevant post-doctoral experience, fit with existing faculty and infrastructure, and a submitted research proposal. The potential for high-caliber teaching and mentorship in inorganic chemistry at the undergraduate level is an asset. As well, the successful candidate will actively recruit and supervise graduate students in Trent’s Materials Science graduate program and contribute to service at the departmental and university level as required.

While applications are welcome in any area of experimental inorganic chemistry, candidates with research interests in inorganic materials, heterogeneous/homogeneous catalysis, main group chemistry, surface or solid-state materials chemistry are especially encouraged to apply. The Department has vibrant research programs in materials science, catalysis, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry, and biochemistry. The successful candidate would have access to modern spectroscopic facilities including the department’s newly acquired 400 MHz NMR spectrometer and equipment in the Water Quality Center.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses primarily at the undergraduate level but also potentially at the graduate level in inorganic chemistry and related fields.

Candidate's applications should include the following:

• A cover letter and curriculum vitae.
• A concise five-page research proposal structured as an NSERC Discovery Grant Application.
• A three-page statement of teaching philosophy and experience.
• The names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three referees willing to write on the candidate’s behalf. 
• Applicants may also submit a self-identification form as part of their application package.

Please send applications as a single PDF to chemistry@trentu.ca, attention Professor Steven Rafferty, Chair, Chemistry Department. The deadline for the receipt of applications is October 25, 2024.

Trent University is located on the treaty and traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg in the beautiful Kawartha region of Ontario and is directly located on the Otonabee river, part of the larger Trent-Severn waterway. The city of Peterborough is a vibrant cultural centre of the area and is the home of many restaurants, music venues, parks and trails, as well as the Canadian Canoe Museum. The city and university are within minutes of hiking and water activities. Trent University is directly accessible by GO Transit to the Greater Toronto Area and is within two hours of downtown Toronto.

Trent University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Preference will be given to candidates from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous People (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities or racialized groups and LGBTQ2+ people. 

Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document/publication, please contact srafferty@trentu.ca.

While all applicants are thanked for their interest and applications to this position, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

https://www.trentu.ca/chemistry/contact/positions-chemistry

University of Regina: Assistant Professor (3 year term)

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Regina invites applications for a 3- year term faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in any area of chemistry, starting January 1, 2025.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in chemistry, with research interests in any area of chemistry (including analytical, chemical biology, education, inorganic, organic, and physical) and a publication record that demonstrates their contributions to this research area. A minimum of one year (as of October 2024) of professional research experience beyond the Ph.D. is required; examples include academic postdoctoral or research associate research, research in industrial/government labs, and science education research. The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a funded research program in their chosen area of research, will have the ability to teach introductory chemistry, general chemistry, and organic chemistry at the first and second year levels, and will have a demonstrated commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry has thirteen full time faculty members with a strong dedication to undergraduate and graduate teaching, and externally funded research programs that provide research experience opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The department houses modern instrumentation available for research and teaching, including two 400 MHz Bruker Avance NEO NMR spectrometers (one each for solid and liquid samples), Agilent Cary 8454 diode array UV-Vis spectrometer (with advanced kinetic software and recirculating temperature control), Agilent 5977 GC-MS, HPLC, and Autopol Polarimeter. Other new low and high-resolution LC-MS/MS instrumentation is available in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the Trace Analysis Facility (focused on small organic molecules including pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and other emerging contaminants), and the Proteomics and Genomics Core Facility (large-scale proteomics, genetic and drug screening, protein identification). Information about the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is available at: https://www.uregina.ca/science/chem-biochem/ The Faculty of Science also houses the Laboratory for Computational Discovery, the Cellular Impacts Facility (wide-field fluorescence and confocal microscopy), the Electron Microbeam Facility (Tescan Vega 3 and JEOL JSM-6360 SEMs), the Institute for Environmental Change and Society, and the Institute for Microbial Systems and Society, which provide a wide variety of advanced instrumentation as well as opportunities for collaboration. Information about the Faculty of Science is available at: https://www.uregina.ca/science/ Potential candidates are invited to electronically submit the following documents through the University of Regina’s Career Portal at: 

https://urcareers.uregina.ca/postings/16672

1. a cover letter 
2. a CV
3. a research proposal of up to five pages that includes a budget
4. a teaching statement of up to two pages that includes teaching approach, experience in teaching pedagogies, and strategies for engagement with students of diverse backgrounds;
5. the names and contact information of three referees 

Diversity Statement. 

The University of Regina is committed to an equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities/racialized groups, Indigenous people, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation, and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. Application review will begin on October 15, 2024. Questions can be directed to the search committee chair at brian.sterenberg@uregina.ca

University of Toronto: Experimental Physical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Experimental Physical Chemistry, broadly defined. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Chemistry (Physical Chemistry or an allied field) by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally well-funded research program.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, an innovative statement of research plans, presentations at relevant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence to teaching will be provided through past teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference that outline teaching experience.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

A summary of the research interests of current experimental physical chemistry faculty in our department may be found at the following link: https://www.chemistry.utoronto.ca/research/physical-chemistry.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; and a teaching dossier including a teaching statement.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence, as articulated in the University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrate throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

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 Lisa Ngo, Manager and Executive Assistant to the Chair, at chem.chairassist@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by October 30, 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.