University of Saskatchewan: Organic or organometallic chemistry

Applications are invited from qualified individuals with research interests in organic chemistry or organometallic chemistry, for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Saskatchewan.

The successful candidate will develop a vibrant, externally funded research program in synthetic organic or organometallic chemistry and have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, curriculum development, and have expertise suitable to complement the current research strengths of the department. All faculty members contribute to departmental service and governance.

The Department of Chemistry is currently home to 16 faculty, 15 staff, 11 adjunct and associate faculty, and more than 70 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows working in every area of chemistry. The University of Saskatchewan is home to leading-edge research infrastructure, including the Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre (https://sssc.usask.ca), the Canadian Light Source national synchrotron facility (https://www.lightsource.ca), and a 24 MeV cyclotron (https://fedorukcentre.ca), as well as National Research Council, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, and Environment and Climate Change Canada research centres.

The College of Arts and Science offers a dynamic combination of programs in the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences. There are over 10,000 students and 300 faculty in the College of Arts and Science. The College emphasizes student and faculty research, interdisciplinary programs, community-engaged research and knowledge mobilization, and international opportunities. For more information on the College of Arts and Science, see https://artsandscience.usask.ca/.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to a student population of over 25,000.

We encourage applications from members of equity groups (e.g., women, members of a racialized minority, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities). The Department of Chemistry supports excellence, and recognizes that principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are fundamental to this goal. Recruitment will be guided by the strong commitment of the University of Saskatchewan, the College of Arts and Science, and the Department of Chemistry to EDI.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a PhD in chemistry or a closely related discipline, postdoctoral research experience, and a strong research record as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and/or patents, scholarships and awards. Career gaps due to leaves will not be considered detrimental to applications.

Salary bands for this position for the 2023-2024 academic year are as follows:

Assistant Professor: $103,945 to $124,099; Associate Professor: $124,099 to $144,253; and Professor $144,253 to $167,766.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

To be considered for this position, please submit, as a single pdf, a cover letter outlining your qualifications and your vision for the position, curriculum vitae, a description of your teaching interests and philosophy, a five-page research proposal, and the contact information for three referees to:

Chair, Faculty Search Committee

Department of Chemistry
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
S7N 5C9, Canada

Telephone: (306) 966-4655
Email: chem.dept@usask.ca

For questions related to this position or the selection process, please contact: chem.dept@usask.ca

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated.

Review of applications will begin November 12, 2024; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthening these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.