University of Toronto Mississauga: Associate Professor in Forensic Analytical Toxicology

Date Posted: 09/12/2024
Closing Date: 11/18/2024, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 39517
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM
Department: Forensic Science Program (Department of Anthropology)
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

 

Description:

 

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Forensic Analytical Toxicology as part of the Forensic Science Program. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

 

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

 

Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Chemistry or Toxicology, with an emphasis on bench-based analytical chemistry, forensic toxicology or a related area, with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful applicant must have demonstrated expertise in the field of Analytical Toxicology and a proven track record of professional practice activities as demonstrated by casework, court testimony, laboratory experience, or similar practices. Experience working in a forensic laboratory, or as an independent forensic consultant, or equivalent is preferred. Candidates should also clearly indicate in the CV or cover letter any knowledge of Quality Assurance protocols and accreditation processes for forensic labs. Candidates must have teaching expertise in a degree granting program at the undergraduate level, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of online material/lectures.

 

We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance the Forensic Science Program’s existing strengths.  For further information on the Forensic Science Program, please see https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/.  Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative independent research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally-funded research program. Collaborations with relevant tri-campus departments are encouraged.  Cross-appointment at the graduate level to a relevant department will be pursued upon hiring.

 

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees.

 

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

 

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

 

The University of Toronto Mississauga's Forensic Science Program is designed to provide students with an understanding of scientific analyses, theories, laboratory skills, applications, and field techniques. Programs are offered in the fields of forensic anthropology, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, and forensic psychology. For more information, see the UTM Forensic Science website at http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/.

 

At UTM we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviable diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with teaching or mentoring diverse groups or students. Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials, an ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline, and must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates must submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities; efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies, collaboration, and engagement with underrepresented communities; and mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. If you have questions about this statement, please contact the Chair of UTM Anthropology anthrochair.utm@utoronto.ca.

 

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; one recent publication; and a teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.

 

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 references 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 the Chair of UTM Anthropology anthrochair.utm@utoronto.ca.

 

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by 11:59pm on November 18, 2024.

 

The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, including the requirement that applicants release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct. Full details and requirements can be found here.

 

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.

 

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University of Toronto Mississauga: Assistant Professor in Forensic Analytical Toxicology

Assistant Professor - Forensic Analytical Toxicology

Date Posted: 09/12/2024

Closing Date: 11/18/2024, 11:59PM ET

Req ID: 39516

Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)

Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM))

Department: Forensic Science Program (Department of Anthropology)

Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Forensic Analytical Toxicology as part of the Forensic Science Program. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025. 

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Chemistry or Toxicology, with an emphasis on bench-based analytical chemistry, forensic toxicology, or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful applicant must have demonstrated expertise or promise in the field of Analytical Toxicology, or have a planned trajectory of professional practice activities as demonstrated by casework, court testimony, laboratory experience, or similar practices. Experience working in a forensic laboratory, or as an independent forensic consultant, or equivalent is preferred. Candidates should also clearly indicate in the CV or cover letter any knowledge of Quality Assurance protocols and accreditation processes for forensic labs. Candidates must have teaching expertise in a degree granting program at the undergraduate level, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of online material/lectures.

We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance the Forensic Science Program’s existing strengths.  For further information on the Forensic Science Program, please see https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally-funded research program. Collaborations with relevant tri-campus departments are encouraged.  Cross-appointment at the graduate level to a relevant department will be pursued upon hiring.

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, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments, and the teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or other evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities submitted as part of the application, 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.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Toronto Mississauga's Forensic Science Program is designed to provide students with an understanding of scientific analyses, theories, laboratory skills, applications, and field techniques. Programs are offered in the fields of forensic anthropology, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, and forensic psychology. For more information, see the UTM Forensic Science website  at http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/.

At UTM we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviable diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with teaching or mentoring diverse groups or students. Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials, an ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline, and must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates must submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities; efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies, collaboration, and engagement with underrepresented communities; and mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. If you have questions about this statement, please contact the Chair of UTM Anthropology anthrochair.utm@utoronto.ca.

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; one recent publication; and a teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities as listed above.

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 references 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 the Chair of UTM Anthropology anthrochair.utm@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by 11:59pm on November 18, 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.

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Mississauga-Assistant-Professor-Forensic-Analytical-Toxicology-ON/584523717/

 

MacEwan University: Lab coordinator

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton’s diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 19,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

The Department of Physical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science invites applications for a full-time tenure-track chemistry laboratory supervisor position, commencing July 1, 2025, subject to final budgetary approval. 

This position will contribute to the continued success of the Applied Chemistry Major within MacEwan’s Bachelor of Science degree. You should minimally have an MSc in Chemistry, with substantial experience in developing and teaching introductory chemistry labs.  Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning and a proven commitment to student-centered, evidence-based pedagogy is an asset. 

You will work with the department's instructional faculty and technical staff to ensure the effective delivery of the laboratory components of the Department's courses.  Primary responsibilities will include the academic and administrative supervision of CHEM 101 (Introductory University Chemistry I), CHEM 102 (Introductory University Chemistry II) and laboratory teaching. In addition, you will work collaboratively with faculty to support other lab courses at the senior level depending on your area of expertise. Duties will include, but are not limited to, curriculum development of labs, preparation of lab manuals and lab assessments, and coordination of laboratory instructors in multi-section courses. This position involves lab instruction, and having effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills will be essential.

You will submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including recent teaching evaluations), that clearly illustrates experience in lab teaching and development in general chemistry and any other areas of specialization.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Department Chair to provide three (3) letters of reference sent directly from referees.

Only selected candidates will be required to submit official transcripts sent directly from the institutions where you completed your degrees.

Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to Dr. Vahid Rezania, Department Chair, at rezaniav@macewan.ca.

How to Apply

 To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca. 

If you are experiencing technical difficulties when submitting your application, please try submitting through a different browser (i.e., Safari, Firefox, Chrome, etc.). If the issue persists, please send a screenshot of the error message to careers@macewan.ca so we can assist and ensure your application is received. 

This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement.

Diversity Statement

MacEwan University is committed to fostering the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community, and we are dedicated to removing barriers that have been historically encountered and are currently experienced by some members of our society. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, visible minorities, women, persons with disabilities, sexual and gender minorities, and members of all equity-deserving groups. We believe that the diversity of our students, staff, and faculty serves as a strength of our institution and benefit to society. We are committed to ensuring full and inclusive participation for all in our community.

Accessibility Statement

We strive to provide an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we want to ensure you have the support you need to showcase your abilities. Please contact humanresources@macewan.ca and we will support you to the best of our ability.https://www.macewan.ca/about-macewan/careers/opportunities/postings/?competition=24.10.305

University of Toronto Scarborough: Environmental chemistry and health

Location: Ontario

Date posted: 2024-09-30

Advertised until: 2024-11-29

Closing Date: 12/02/2024, 11:59PM ET

Req ID: 39746

Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)

Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough

Department: UTSC: Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences

Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Description:

The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure-stream position in environmental chemistry and health. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.

Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Chemistry or a closely related field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, and must have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests will expand and complement our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.  Candidates must have expertise in environmental chemistry and in bioanalytical chemistry and/or biological chemistry.  We encourage candidates to apply if they have expertise in studying the interactions between chemical contaminants and cells, biomolecules (such as proteins) and/or target organisms using omics approaches, such as exposomics related to health. The candidate is expected to build strong connections with the new Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health (SAMIH).

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, 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 dossier (with required materials outline below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates must also show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, as demonstrated through the application materials. Candidates are asked to submit a 1- to 2-page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. 

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The appointment is in the Department of Physical and Environmental Science with full membership in the tri-campus Graduate Departments of Physical and Environmental Sciences and/or Chemistry. The Chemistry group in the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences has particular strengths in the areas of environmental chemistry, biomaterials, biosensing, clean energy materials and nano-bio interactions. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Chemistry program in Department of Physical and Environmental Science and will have opportunities to build new graduate courses. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the graduate core course in environmental chemistry and actively participate in the graduate environmental chemistry program. The Department of Physical and Environmental Science is committed to collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to research.

For more information about the Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences, please visit http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/physsci/.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a 5-page research statement outlining current and future research interests; a short statement on how their research would enhance the profile of the Department at the interface of environmental chemistry and health; a recent writing sample; and a teaching dossier that includes a coherent statement of teaching philosophy that is linked to evidence of excellent pedagogical practice; sample course materials either of courses delivered by the candidate or planned for the future; and teaching evaluations; as well as an EDI statement as described above.

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 Professor George Arhonditsis at dpes.assistant2chair.utsc@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by 11:59 PM EST on December 2, 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.