Trinity Western University: inorganic, metallo-organic, biophysical chemistry, bio-inorganic, or materials chemistry

The Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences (FNAS) at Trinity Western University invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track faculty position in the area of inorganic, metallo-organic, biophysical chemistry, bio-inorganic, or materials chemistry, to start August 16, 2019. Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate excellent teaching potential and abilities in lower and upper level undergraduate courses in the areas of inorganic and/or quantum chemistry, and general or organic chemistry. Additionally, applicants whose research interests would complement existing strengths within the department in materials, sustainable products, environmental, and/or green chemistry would be welcome. We especially encourage applications from those interested in developing a research program with an undergraduate emphasis in one or more of these areas.

A Ph.D. in chemistry or an allied discipline is required and postdoctoral or comparable research experience is preferred. A successful candidate should have potential to develop an externally funded research program as well as provide effective teaching at the undergraduate level. The Department is small (3 faculty, 2 staff) and is putting extensive effort into visioning our future path forward. We would love a candidate who aligns and contributes to the visioning process as a member of this team.

Trinity Western University is a leader among non-profit liberal arts universities in Canada. Located in Langley, British Columbia, it is a scholarly community committed to a Christian ethos. The department seeks candidates who are committed to and support its evangelical Christian basis, mission and orientation as articulated in the Statement of Faith Opens a New Window. and Community Covenant Opens a New Window. More information about the Faculty of Natural & Applied Sciences can be found at https://www.twu.ca/academics/faculty-natural-applied-sciences.

Interested candidates are required to complete the on-line application by clicking ‘Apply’ above. In addition to your curriculum vitae, your online application should include documentation outlining your area(s) of interest, major contributions to teaching, research and practice. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. For more information, please contact Paul Brown, Chair, Department of Chemistry.

Trinity Western University is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We particularly invite applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and indigenous people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Trinity Western University is located on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Sto:lo people.

Simon Fraser University: Nuclear Medicinal Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Simon Fraser University together with the Life Sciences division of TRIUMF, Canada's national laboratory for particle and nuclear physics, invite applications from qualified candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Nuclear Medicinal Chemistry. With the goal of leading our expansion into nuclear medicine, it is our vision that this jointly funded position will strengthen the connection between SFU’s Nuclear Science Program and TRIUMF. The appointment is intended to take effect in September 2018, subject to final budgetary approval.

Outstanding candidates with a commitment to excellence in research and teaching are being sought for this position. The successful candidate will make use of the Life Science facilities at TRIUMF, and state-of-the-art research facilities at SFU (e.g. SFU High-Throughput Screening Facility, 4D Labs), to develop and maintain both an innovative, externally funded research program, and an excellent teaching record at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in Chemistry. Candidates working broadly in the area of nuclear medicine are encouraged to apply. All applicants will have a PhD degree and will normally have relevant. postdoctoral or industrial experience.

While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, persons of aboriginal heritage, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ-identified persons.

Applicants should send a complete resume, a concise research proposal, a description of teaching interest and experience, and a list of three individuals willing to act as referees with their addresses, telephone and/or fax numbers, and e-mail addresses. All correspondence should be sent to:

Dr. Dipankar Sen, Professor and Chair
Department of Chemistry
Simon Fraser University
8888 University Drive
Burnaby BC VSA 1S6 Canada
E-mail: chemchr@sfu.ca

The competition will remain open until the position is filled. Screening of applications will commence on January 15, 2017.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Please note that under the University Act,personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see the Collection Notice.

University of Victoria: Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Victoria invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with expertise in the area of Organic Chemistry. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a research program of international stature and teaching organic chemistry courses at all levels. In addition to this position, the Department has advertised a position for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Organic Chemistry.

The University of Victoria, on the west coast of Canada, is in the top one per cent of universities in the world for scientific impact and fourth in the Leiden ranking in Canada for proportionate research impact in science . The Department of Chemistry (www.chemistry.uvic.ca) is a research-intensive unit that is dedicated to providing outstanding programs in Chemistry. The Department is one of the strongest in Canada, boasting new research space, and offering outstanding research opportunities within the areas of health, energy, and materials chemistry. The Department is highly collegial and benefits from the services of a very effective and dedicated staff.

Requirements

• Hold a PhD in a relevant area; postdoctoral or equivalent experience is desirable;
• Be an emerging scholar, as demonstrated by experience in conducting research and productivity as an author of publications in leading scholarly journals;
• An innovative and high-impact research proposal;
• Be an effective teacher of chemistry, as evidenced by evaluation data, testimonials and other documentation.

Application Instructions

Applicants should provide:

• a cover letter,
• a curriculum vitae,
• a concise research proposal (5 pages, NSERC Discovery Grant format preferred),
• a teaching dossier (including a teaching philosophy) that reflects a commitment to teaching,
• names and contact information for three individuals able to act as referees.

Documents should be sent to Sandra Carlson, Department Secretary, Department of Chemistry, University of Victoria, PO Box 1700 STN CSC, Victoria BC V8W 2Y2 Canada, dsecchem@uvic.ca. Review of applications will begin on 1 September 2017 and continue until the position is filled for potential appointment on 1 July 2018.

Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement. Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association (http://uvicfa.ca). The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply however in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

https://www.uvic.ca/science/chemistry/assets/docs/Assistant%20Professor%20Organic%20Chemistry%20Posting.pdf

University of Victoria: Assistant Teaching Professor with expertise in the area of Organic Chemistry.

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Victoria invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor with expertise in the area of Organic Chemistry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching organic and bioorganic chemistry courses at the second and third year level and may be required to teach chemistry at other levels. The appointee will become an outstanding teacher and mentor of undergraduate students, and will contribute to the development and delivery of core programs in Chemistry.

The Department of Chemistry is a research-intensive unit at the University of Victoria and is dedicated to providing outstanding programs for undergraduate students in Chemistry. Graduates of the department are well prepared for graduate school, professional programs and positions in the private sector. Recent enhancement of research activities within the department, as well as increases in the number of graduate students and undergraduate students, characterise the department as one of the strongest in Canada. New research space and undergraduate laboratory space has dramatically enhanced research activity and the laboratory experience for undergraduate students. The Department of Chemistry is highly collegial and benefits from the services of a very effective and dedicated staff.

REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will have:

• PhD in Chemistry or a relevant discipline,
• Teaching experience at the university level,
• Demonstrated interest in a career in teaching,
• Outstanding ability in teaching chemistry courses with potential to teach at all levels,
• Ability to teach in areas of organic, biological and general chemistry,
• Compatibility with the Department of Chemistry at UVic, including ability to interact with the members of the department,
• Potential for initiating development of the curriculum and delivery of the academic program.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants should provide:

• a cover letter,
• a curriculum vitae,
• a teaching dossier including a philosophy that reflects a demonstrated commitment to a career in teaching,
• names and contact information for three or more individuals able to act as referees.

Documents should be sent to Sandra Carlson, Department Secretary, Department of Chemistry, University of Victoria, PO Box 1700 STN CSC, Victoria BC V8W 2Y2 Canada,  dsecchem@uvic.ca.
Applications will be considered after 1 August 2017 for potential appointment on 1 January 2018.

Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement. Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association (http://uvicfa.ca).

The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply however in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
https://www.uvic.ca/science/chemistry/assets/docs/Assistant%20Teaching%20Professor%20Posting.pdf

University of Northern British Columbia: Senior Laboratory Instructor

The University of Northern British Columbia, in conjunction with the Chemistry Program, invites applications for a full-time Two Year Term position as Senior Laboratory Instructor. The preferred start date for this position is July 1, 2017 but the successful candidate must be able to start no later than August 15th, 2017.

The successful applicant will be responsible for, but not limited to, lab instruction, supporting the undergraduate teaching labs, the preparation of lab manuals, supervision of teaching and lab assistants, and some lecture-based teaching of organic chemistry. In addition, you will be responsible for lab safety, ordering of chemicals and consumables, maintenance and organization of lab equipment, and liaising with administrative bodies regarding laboratory scheduling.

Applicants for this position should hold a Ph.D. degree in Organic Chemistry, with teaching experience at the undergraduate level. However, other combinations of education and/or degrees and experience in closely related disciplines will be considered. As teaching is a significant component of the position, applicants should present evidence of excellence in teaching.

The University of Northern British Columbia is ranked as one of Canada's best small universities with a core campus in Prince George and regional campuses throughout northern BC.

Located in north-central BC, Prince George is a city of approximately 80,000 people with a range of cultural, educational and recreational amenities. Prince George is a friendly community offering a wide range of outdoor activities including exceptional skiing, canoeing and kayaking, fly-fishing, hiking and mountain-biking. The lakes, forests and mountains of northern and central British Columbia offer an unparalleled natural environment in which to live and work. The city is also home to a symphony orchestra, professional theatre, a WHL hockey team, and a community college. For more information about living and working in Prince George please consult www.unbc.ca/northernbc.

Applicants should forward their curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of three references (including telephone, fax, and email information) quoting competition #FACH10-17 CW to: The Office of the Provost, University of Northern British Columbia, 3333 University Way, Prince George, B.C., V2N 4Z9. Fax: (250) 960-5791. Please direct inquiries to: Dr. Todd Whitcombe, Chair of the Chemistry Program, at Telephone (250) 960-6678, Email Todd.Whitcombe@unbc.ca. This position is being advertised subject to budgetary approval. Electronic submissions of CVs can be forwarded to: FacultyRecruitment@unbc.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Applications received on or before April 30, 2017, will receive full consideration; 
however applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

University of British Columbia: Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of British Columbia invite applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is based in Vancouver, BC.

The incumbent must have a PhD degree, a minimum of 2-3 years of postdoctoral research experience, and a record of accomplishment that demonstrates their potential as an independent researcher.

Candidates with research and teaching interests in any area of contemporary Biochemistry or Molecular Biology are encouraged to apply. All members of the Department maintain active, well-funded research programs that encompass many areas of modern biochemistry, molecular and structural biology. A broad range of research interests will be considered for this position. The successful applicant will show demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and will be expected to contribute to undergraduate teaching in the department (equivalent to 1 course per year) and to participate in departmental committees.

The anticipate start date is January 1, 2018 or upon a date to be mutually agreed. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

A letter of application, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and names of three references, a record of teaching effectiveness, 3-4 relevant reprints and a brief (2-3 page) outline of their proposed research program should be directed to:

Debora Jewitt
2350 Health Sciences Mall
Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Vancouver, B.C. V6T 1Z3
Email: bioc.sec@mail.ubc.ca
With subject line: Assistant Professor position

Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2017 and will continue until the position is filled
Anticipated starting date of this position: January 1, 2018

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a global centre for research and teaching. Surrounded by the beauty of the Canadian West, UBC embraces bold new ways of thinking that attract exceptional students and faculty. It is a place where innovative ideas are nurtured in a globally connected research community, providing unparalleled opportunities to learn, discover and contribute.

Faculty members, students, staff and alumni in the UBC Faculty of Medicine are actively engaged in innovative, leading edge research, education and community service on university and hospital campuses across the Province. Together we aim to create knowledge and advance learning that will make a vital contribution to the health of individuals and communities, locally, nationally, and internationally.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

http://med-fom-biochem.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2012/08/BIOC_Ad_Assistant_Professor_Jan-20-2017.pdf

University of British Columbia - Okanagan Campus: Tenure-track Position in Biochemistry

University of British Columbia - Okanagan Campus
Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences

Biochemistry - Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

The Irving K Barber School of Arts and Sciences (IKBSAS) at the Okanagan Campus of the University of British Columbia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment in Biochemistry. The appointment will be held in Chemistry (http://chem.ok.ubc.ca/welcome.html), with opportunities for intra- and inter-Faculty research collaborations. The Biochemistry Program within the IKBSAS is co-managed by Chemistry and Biology (http://biol.ok.ubc.ca/welcome.html).  The appointment is expected to start on July 1, 2017, or soon thereafter.

The successful candidate will be an excellent interdisciplinary scholar who has demonstrated strong research productivity and will be expected to establish an independent, rigorous, innovative, high-impact, externally-funded research program. Qualified candidates with expertise in experimental areas related to structural biology, membrane biophysics, and protein and nucleic acid biochemistry are particularly encouraged to apply. A doctoral degree and postdoctoral or equivalent experience in biochemistry or a related field are required. The proposed research should complement existing research programs in Chemistry and other disciplines in the Faculty and across campus. These include single-molecule biophysics, chemical neurobiology, glycobiochemistry, mechanistic enzymology, and natural product chemistry and metabolomics.

The appointee will have demonstrated experience as, or capacity to be, an excellent teacher and mentor of undergraduate and graduate students, as well as ability to teach existing courses in the department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and course delivery specific to area of expertise and to undertake service responsibilities at the Departmental, Faculty, University, and professional levels, as appropriate.

UBC is one of the world's leading universities, and is consistently ranked in the top 40. The university has two distinct campuses, one in Vancouver and one in Kelowna. UBC's Okanagan campus, located in the city of Kelowna, has over 8,000 students in seven faculties, with strong undergraduate and graduate programs. Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, one of the most scenic regions in Canada, it offers an intimate learning environment and excellent opportunities for regional, national, and international scholarly activities.

Chemistry, at UBC's Okanagan campus, is housed in the vibrant Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences. The Faculty offers both discipline-based and interdisciplinary programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The collegial learning environment in the Faculty focuses on effective teaching, critical and creative scholarship, and the integration of scholarship and teaching. We are committed to an ethos of local involvement, global engagement, and intercultural awareness and we provide a positive, inclusive, and mutually supportive working and learning environment for all our students, faculty, and staff. To learn about the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Science, go to: http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan/ikbarberschool/welcome.html. For more information about UBC resources and opportunities, please, visit: http://www.hr.ubc.ca/faculty-staff-resources/. Information about the surrounding community can be found at: http://www.hr.ubc.ca/worklife-relocation/.

How to Apply:

Applicants are asked to submit:
(i) a cover letter outlining qualification for the position and fit with the Chemistry unit and the IKBSAS;
(ii) a curriculum vitae;
(iii) a one-page statement of research interests and a five-page research proposal. The proposal must be original; articulate a long-term vision that demonstrates impact, in terms of groundbreaking advances in the field and/or on society; outline short-term objectives; and define the methodologies to be employed;
(iv) a two-page statement on teaching philosophy, interests, and plans for research mentoring of students and other highly qualified personnel;
(v) evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching/course evaluations); and
vi) the names and contact information of three referees who may be contacted to submit letters of reference.

Inquires may be directed to Dr. Gino DiLabio (Head of Chemistry) at: Gino.DiLabio@ubc.ca. All email correspondence must indicate the competition title (Assistant Professor: Biochemistry) in the subject line.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community.  We especially welcome applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.