Alán Aspuru-Guzik hired by the University of Toronto

Congratulations to Alán Aspuru-Guzik, who has been awarded the Canada 150 Research Chair in Theoretical and Quantum Chemistry at the University of Toronto. Dr. Aspuru-Guzik completed his B.Sc at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México before moving to UC Berkeley for his Ph.D. and postdoctoral work. He has been a professor at Harvard University since 2006. His research relates to materials discovery, quantum computing, laboratory automation, and excitons in biology. You can read more about his research on his website: http://matter.toronto.edu/

Saurabh Chitnis hired by Dalhousie University

Congratulations to Saurabh Chitnis, who has been hired as an assistant professor at Dalhousie University. Dr.  Chitnis completed his Ph.D. at University of Victoria in 2015 under the supervision of Dr. Neil Burford). He then worked as a postdoctoral fellow at University of Bristol  with Ian Manners. His area of research is coordination chemistry applied to the rational design of redox-active main group centres, Lewis superacids, and inorganic polymers and clusters.

You can read more about his research on his website: http://www.chitnislab.ca/

University of Alberta: Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Glycomics

The University of Alberta invites applications for the Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Glycomics. Established in 2008 by the Government of Canada, the CERC program supports world-renowned researchers and their teams to establish ambitious research programs at Canadian universities. The successful candidate will receive up to $20M over seven years to support an internationally-leading research program.

The appointment will be in the Faculty of Science’s Department of Chemistry, which has 34 research faculty and 230 graduate students, supported by excellent services, including X-ray crystallography, mass spectrometry, and high-field NMR laboratories. Excellent electronic, machine, and glassblowing shops, and a biological services laboratory are other key components of departmental infrastructure.

The Chair is expected take a leadership role in continuing the long tradition of excellence that the University of Alberta has established in glycomics/glycoscience. The Chair will also become a member of the Alberta Glycomics Centre (glycomicscentre.ca), which comprises 11 Principal and Associate investigators who collaborate on interdisciplinary projects that seek to understand the role of complex carbohydrates in life processes. One aspect of the funding places emphasis on practical outcomes of Centre-funded research, which targets new bioactive carbohydrate derivatives as potential therapeutics and transfer of intellectual property. In addition, the Chair will have the opportunity to join the Canadian Glycomics Network (http://canadianglycomics.ca/), a Canadian Network of Centres of Excellence with a mission of identifying novel solutions to unmet medical needs through glycomics.

Position requirements include:

• A PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or an aligned field
• An exceptional internationally-recognized research program directed towards the role of complex carbohydrates in biological processes as applied to mammalian systems. Demonstration of international recognition must include a sustained record of high impact publications, presentations at international meetings and research awards
• A proven track record of excellence in teaching, mentoring, research training, outreach, professional service, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting the involvement of diverse groups in research

The appointment will be at the Full Professor level and the salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants should provide: 1) a complete curriculum vitae; 2) a maximum three-page description of current and future research; 3) a maximum two-page summary of contributions to outreach; professional service and their philosophy on involving of diverse groups in research; and 4) the names and contact information of five referees. As the University of Alberta and the CERC program are committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion, we ask applicants to complete the self-identification questionnaire: https://goo.gl/forms/QoVC0LVgW9d5AQDL2

The recruitment and nomination process involves open advertising with a statement of commitment to equity in the nomination and appointment process.

The position will remain open until filled; however, review of applications will commence on April 7, 2018. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by that date.

Interested applicants may apply to: http://www.careers.ualberta.ca/Competition/A104934897/

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

Mount Allison University: Bioanalytical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Mount Allison University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in Bioanalytical Chemistry.  The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2018, subject to budgetary approval.

Applicants  must  possess  a  Ph.D.  and  have  a  strong  commitment  to  undergraduate teaching and research in the general area of bioanalytical chemistry. We particularly seek candidates with broad expertise, and those eager to contribute strong undergraduate teaching  in  core  Introductory  Analytical  Chemistry  and  Instrumental  Methods  of Analysis,  as  well  as  advanced  courses  in  bioanalytical  chemistry.  Candidates  must provide evidence of an ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and student- centred environment. The successful candidate is expected to launch an active and externally funded research programme that integrates participation by undergraduate research students.   Faculty have access to a range of internal and external funding opportunities. More information about the Department and its newly renovated facilities may be found at www.mta.ca/chemistry/.

Complete applications will include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, a five page research proposal in NSERC format, and the names and contact information of three or more references. Applications should be submitted via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/10856. Questions should be directed to:

Dr. Glen Briand
Chair of the Search Committee
chembiochem@mta.ca

Review of applications will begin on March 30, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

Mount Allison acknowledges, honours and respects the Mi'kmaw and Wolastoquyik (Maliseet) peoples, the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our university is built, and confirms its commitment to strengthen relationships with them.

Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.

Université du Québec à Montréal: Poste de professeur en biochimie analytique

L’entrée en fonction est prévue au 1er juin 2018 sous réserve des autorisations budgétaires requises.

L’UQAM recherche des candidates et candidats qualifiés afin de renouveler son corps professoral et assurer un développement de qualité dans tous les domaines d’activités.

Le Département de chimie sollicite des candidatures pour un poste de professeure ou de professeur en biochimie analytique menant à la permanence. Les candidates et candidats proposant une thématique de recherche reliée à l’enzymologie, la biophysique et/ou la biochimie moléculaire sont particulièrement encouragés(es) à postuler.

Le département de chimie compte plus d’une vingtaine de professeurs regroupés au sein de groupes de recherche œuvrant dans des créneaux importants de la chimie et de la biochimie, telle la chimie physique, la synthèse et catalyse, la chimie de l’environnement, la chimie des matériaux et la biochimie moléculaire. Le département abrite les centres de recherche NanoQAM et PharmaQAM, une chaire de recherche stratégique, trois chaires de recherche du Canada et est affilié au centre de recherche BIOMED. Le département de chimie offre de nombreux programmes d’études aux trois cycles; baccalauréat en biochimie, baccalauréat en chimie, des maîtrises en biochimie et chimie, un doctorat en chimie et un doctorat en biochimie. Pour des informations supplémentaires sur le département de chimie et ses programmes, prière de consulter: https://chimie.uqam.ca/

SOMMAIRE DE LA FONCTION:

• Enseignement et encadrement aux trois cycles
• Recherche dans le domaine
• Services à la collectivité

EXIGENCES:

• Posséder un doctorat en biochimie, biophysique, biologie moléculaire ou dans une discipline connexe.
• Avoir poursuivi une formation postdoctorale et posséder une expertise reconnue en lien avec la biochimie analytique.
• Avoir démontré une excellente aptitude en recherche.
• Avoir la capacité d’établir un programme de recherche autonome et novateur dans le domaine afin d’obtenir des fonds de recherche d’organismes subventionnaires majeurs.
• Participer à l’enseignement aux trois cycles et à l’encadrement d’étudiants des programmes de maîtrise et de doctorat en biochimie.
• Maîtriser le français à l’oral et à l’écrit; la candidature d’une personne qui ne maîtrise pas le français pourra être considérée. Les personnes recrutées qui ne maîtrisent pas le français à leur entrée en fonction bénéficient d’une aide à l’apprentissage du français.

DATE D’ENTRÉE EN FONCTION: 1er JUIN 2018

TRAITEMENT: Selon la convention collective UQAM-SPUQ

L’Université du Québec à Montréal souscrit à un programme d’accès à l’égalité en emploi. De ce fait, elle invite les femmes, les autochtones, les membres des minorités visibles, des minorités ethniques et les personnes en situation de handicap qui réponde nt aux exigences du poste à soumettre leur candidature. Nous encourageons les personnes qui s’identifient à l’un ou l’autre de ces groupes à remplir le Questionnaire d’identification à la présente adresse et à le joindre à leur dossier de candidature : www.rhu.uqam.ca/visiteurs/egalite/QuestionnaireAccesEgalite.pdf. La priorité sera donnée aux Canadiennes, Canadiens et aux résidentes, résidents permanents.

Les personnes intéressées doivent soumettre une lettre de candidature datée et signée, un curriculum vitae complet, une proposition de recherche de type CRSNG volet à la découverte (5 pages), un budget de démarrage (1 page), un exposé sur la philosophie d’enseignement (1 page) assemblés en un seul document PDF. Le dossier doit également inclure trois lettres de recommandation. Celles-ci doivent être transmises directement par les signataires. Le dossier complet doit être envoyé AVANT LE 1er MARS 2018, 17 h à:

Comité de sélection
Département de chimie
Université du Québec à Montréal
C.P. 8888, Succursale Centre-Ville
Montréal (Québec) H3C 3P8
Courriel: biochimieanalytique@uqam.ca

Fichier PDF: Poste de professeur en biochimie analytique.pdf

Université du Québec à Montréal: Poste de professeur en chimie analytique

L’entrée en fonction est prévue au 1 er septembre 2018 sous réserve des autorisations budgétaires requises.

L’UQAM recherche des candidates et candidats qualifiés afin de renouveler son corps professoral et assurer un développement de qualité dans tous les domaines d’activités.

Le département de chimie de l’Université du Québec à Montréal sollicite des candidatures pour un poste régulier de professeure, professeur à temps plein en chimie analytique. Les candidatures provenant de tous les domaines de la chimie analytique seront considérées, mais une spécialisation avec application à l’environnement, aux matériaux ou aux systèmes biologiques sera considérée comme un atout majeur. La candidate, le candidat doit présenter un programme de recherche principalement dans le domaine de la chimie analytique. La personne retenue pourra utiliser l’infrastructure de recherche sous la gestion du centre institutionnel NanoQAM.

SOMMAIRE DE LA FONCTION

• Enseignement et encadrement aux trois cycles
• Recherche dans le domaine
• Services à la collectivité

EXIGENCES

• Doctorat en chimie
• Expérience postdoctorale ou industrielle
• Capacité à enseigner la chimie analytique
• Capacité à développer un programme de recherche dynamique pouvant être financé par les organismes subventionnaires majeurs
• Excellent dossier de publications
• Capacité à établir des collaborations intra et extra-institutionnelles
• Maîtrise du français, tant à l’oral qu’à l’écrit

DATE D’ENTRÉE EN FONCTION : 1 er SEPTEMBRE 2018

TRAITEMENT: Selon la convention collective UQAM-SPUQ

L’Université du Québec à Montréal souscrit à un programme d’accès à l’égalité en emploi. De ce fait, elle invite les femmes, les autochtones, les membres des minorités visibles, des minorités ethniques et les personnes en situation de handicap qui répondent aux exigences du poste à soumettre leur candidature. Nous encourageons les personnes qui s’identifient à l’un ou l’autre de ces groupes à remplir le Questionnaire d’identification à la présente adresse et à le joindre à leur dossier de candidature : www.rhu.uqam.ca/visiteurs/egalite/QuestionnaireAccesEgalite.pdf. Nous encourageons toutes les candidates, tous les candidats qualifiés à postuler; la priorité sera toutefois accordée aux Canadiennes, Canadiens ainsi qu’aux résidentes, résidents permanents.

Les personnes intéressées doivent soumettre une lettre de présentation, un curriculum vitae détaillé en français, daté et signé, une proposition de recherche de cinq pages, un budget de démarrage, un exemplaire des publications pertinentes ainsi qu’un énoncé de leurs intérêts en enseignement. Les candidates, les candidats doivent aussi s’assurer que trois lettres de recommandation, envoyées directement par les répondants, ainsi que leur dossier complet soient transmis directement par voie électronique suivi d’une version papier AVANT LE 1 ER AVRIL 2018, 17 h à:

Monsieur Alexandre Gagnon, professeur
Président du comité de sélection
Département de chimie
Université du Québec à Montréal
C.P. 8888, Succursale Centre-ville
Montréal (Québec) H3C 3P8
Courriel : gagnon.alexandre@uqam.ca

Fichier PDF: Poste de professeur en chimie analytique.pdf

Queen's University: Tenure Track Faculty Position in Analytical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Queen’s University invites applications for a Tenure- track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with specialization in Analytical Chemistry, with a preferred starting date of July 1, 2018.

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree completed at the start date of the appointment. The main criteria for selection are academic research and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will provide evidence of high quality scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research leading to peer assessed publications and the securing of external research funding in the general area of Analytical Chemistry. The successful candidate will also demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department’s programs. Candidates must provide evidence of an ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and student-centred environment. The successful candidate will be required to make substantive contributions through service to the department, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  This position is subject to final budgetary approval by the University.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

To comply with federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information as to how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.

A complete application consists of:

• a cover letter (including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship / permanent resident status specified in the previous paragraph);
• a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications);
• a statement of research interests;
• a statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and evaluations if available); and,
• ghree letters of reference to be sent directly to Prof. Hans-Peter Loock at depthead@chem.queensu.ca.

The deadline for applications is February 28, 2018. Applicants are encouraged to send all documents in their application packages electronically as PDFs to Prof. Hans-Peter Loock at depthead@chem.queensu.ca, although hard copy applications may be submitted to:

Hans-Peter Loock
Professor and Department Head
The Department of Chemistry
90 Bader Lane Queen’s University Kingston, Ontario CANADA K7L 3N6

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs.  If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Barb Armstrong in The Department of Chemistry, at barb@chem.queensu.ca.

Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a  Collective Agreement between the University and the  Queen ’s  University Faculty Association  (QUFA), which is posted at http://queensu.ca/facultyrelations/faculty-librarians-and-archivists/collective-agreement and at http://www.qufa.ca.