University of Winnipeg: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry Joint Position with the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital

The University of Winnipeg
Department of Chemistry
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry
Joint Position with the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Winnipeg invites outstanding candidates to apply for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with specialization in Biochemistry.  The position will support a funded research program in the biochemical and neurological pathways regulating feeding and nutrition.  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry or related field and have relevant postdoctoral experience.

Candidates must have a strong commitment to excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an active, externally-funded independent research program in an area related to eating disorders. The candidate will be expected to work with researchers in the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders at the St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre. Research support will be provided by St. Boniface Hospital. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to teaching.  They will be expected to develop and teach undergraduate courses in Chemistry and Biochemistry, as well as supervise undergraduate and graduate student research projects. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate actively in departmental and university service activities.

The selection committee will begin reviewing applications on March 22, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled; full consideration is assured for applications received by March 19, 2021.  Subject to budgetary approval, this position will commence July 1, 2021.  Salary levels will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicants are requested to submit a complete application, including (all documents in PDF):

• a cover letter
• a current curriculum vitae
• a Tri-Agency Grant style research proposal (maximum five pages)
• a teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations, if available (one to two pages)
• copies of three relevant publications

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system. Please click on the "Apply" link below to submit your application.

Candidates should also arrange to have three letters of reference e-mailed directly to:
Dr. Athar Ata, Chair
Department of Chemistry
chemistry@uwinnipeg.ca

The successful candidate will be a member of a supportive and collegial department with a record of teaching and research excellence. The Department of Chemistry is comprised of thirteen faculty and five support staff.  The department offers undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry, and many faculty supervise graduate students through adjunct appointments. The Department of Chemistry has a strong record of success in obtaining research funding.  More information about the department, including descriptions of courses offered, is available at http://chemistry.uwinnipeg.ca/home/.  The University of Winnipeg ranks highly among primarily undergraduate universities for overall reputation, small class sizes, academic excellence, a commitment to sustainability, and external funding in science.  Additional information on The University of Winnipeg is available at http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/.

St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba has been identified by Research Infosource Inc. as the #1 research intensive Hospital in Western Canada and within the top 10 in Canada for the last nine consecutive years. It has outstanding research capabilities within CCARM, the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, and the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders in both basic science and clinical research. Further information on the research capabilities of the Hospital are found at www.sbrc.ca.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

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

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact Sheena Laurin, HR Assistant at sh.laurin@uwinnipeg.ca or 204-988-7648.  

Ryerson University: Discipline-based Education Research

Tenure Track Position in Discipline-based Education Research [DEBR]

Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada and on the  territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, the Department of Chemistry and Biology in the Faculty of Science at Ryerson University, as part of a major new initiative, is creating a cluster of pedagogical excellence designed to better understand how science impacts the world in the form of science education, communication and outreach. As part of this clustered hire the Department of Chemistry and Biology invites applications for a tenure track, discipline-based education research position at the rank of Assistant Professor effective July 1, 2021, subject to final budgetary approval. All candidates with research and teaching expertise in science education scholarship will be considered.

The successful discipline-based education research scholar (DBER) science scholar will engage in a combination of teaching, research, and service duties, maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities. Responsibilities will include teaching and supervising at the undergraduate and graduate levels (predominantly in chemistry/biology); contributing to the undergraduate and graduate programs, including curriculum development/expansion as appropriate; establishing and maintaining a strong research agenda; and participating in the academic life of the Department, the Faculty, and the University.

Candidates must hold a completed PhD in either chemical or biological sciences. 

In addition, the successful candidate must present evidence of: 

• a strong program of established (or a potential for establishing an emerging) discipline-based education research program or creative projects that are active, innovative, and impactful;

• evidence of, or potential for, excellence in teaching that outlines scientific teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments (from a variety of perspectives including community and academic), and pedagogical practices; 

• strong communication and expository skills and an demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor and train HQP; 

• commitment to our values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly research or creative activities, including a dedication to making learning accessible and inclusive for a diverse student population; and 

• an ability and willingness to positively transform the life of the Department and the University through collegial service.

• having commensurate experience in the area of chemical and/or biological education or pedagogy would be considered an asset.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

Ryerson University

Serving a highly diverse student population of over 45,000, with 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs built on the integration of theoretical and practical learning and distinguished by a professionally focussed curriculum with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities, Ryerson is a vibrant, urban university known for its culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, community engagement and city-building through its award-winning architecture. 

Department of Chemistry and Biology and the Faculty of Science 

The Faculty of Science is home to a growing cohort of diverse students, and the Faculty of Science is strongly committed to recruiting diverse faculty members that reflect our students. This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) (www.rfanet.ca). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here.

Working at Ryerson

At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. At Ryerson and within our department/school, we firmly believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to this path; our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do. 

Dedicated to a people first culture, Ryerson is proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer. We invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports available to faculty and their family, including access to our diverse faculty and staff networks. 

Visit us on Twitter:  @RyersonU, @RyersonHR, @RyersonVPFA and @RyersonECI and our LinkedIn company page.

Ryerson is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations please visit the accessibility and Human Rights websites.

Ryerson University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. 

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal (click on “Start Application Process” to begin) by March 15, 2021. The application must contain the following: 

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae; 
• A dossier of teaching experience which should also include a teaching statement/philosophy – 5 pages max
• A statement on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) – 2 pages max
• Plan for pedagogical research and innovation – 5 pages max
• The names of three references – no letters are required at this time

Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations. Candidates must therefore indicate in their application if they are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.  

Contacts

Any confidential inquiries can be directed to the chair of the hiring committee: Dr. Bryan Koivisto at bryan.koivisto@ryerson.ca   

Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead at t26king@ryerson.ca. 

Black identified candidates who wish to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Shurla Charles-Forbes, Black Faculty & Staff Community Network at bfscn@ryerson.ca.  

For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process and/or inquiries regarding accessing the Faculty Recruitment Portal, please contact Michelle Gomes at michelle.gomes@ryerson.ca. 

https://hr.cf.ryerson.ca/ams/faculty/preview.cfm?posting_id=538832

 

Brandon University: 1 year teaching term

Applications are invited for a one-year term position in the area of Analytical/Physical Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry, effective August 1, 2021, or as mutually agreed. The Department offers B.Sc. and B.Sc. (Honours) degree programs with Majors and Minors in Chemistry. Applicants should consult the Brandon University course calendar for more information on program offerings.

Teaching responsibilities: The ideal candidate should be able to teach the lecture and laboratory sections of Physical Chemistry I (18:260 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar), Analytical Chemistry (18:262 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar), Instrumental Chemistry (18:362 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar) as well as General Chemistry (18:160 in BU Undergrad Course Calendar).

Research & Service responsibilities: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply for internal research funding, to supervise undergraduate honours projects in Chemistry, and to participate on faculty committees.

Rank and Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Qualifications: A minimum of a Ph.D. in Chemistry or other Chemistry related discipline. Experience in undergraduate teaching would be an asset. Experience teaching Physical Chemistry, Analytical and Instrumental laboratories would be an asset.

Application deadline: May 29, 2021 or until the position is filled

To be considered applications must be sent via email in a single pdf file of reasonable size and MUST include a cover letter (addressing experience in teaching and research, and experience or willingness to serve on committees), curriculum vitae, summary of teaching experience and teaching philosophy, citizenship or Canadian immigration status to: Dr. Bernadette Ardelli Dean of Science Brandon University Brandon, MB R7A 6A9 science@brandonu.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The names and contact information of three referees will be requested of short-listed candidates.

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during any phase of the evaluation process, please indicate it in your cover letter. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request

University of Toronto: Director, Strategy and Partnerships, Acceleration Consortium

Date Posted: 01/19/2021
Req ID:2492
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Chemistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

 

Description:

About us:

Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto has evolved into Canada’s leading institution of learning, discovery and knowledge creation. We are proud to be one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, driven to invent and innovate. U of T is home to some of the world’s most talented thinkers, inventors, innovators, and educators, who are advancing knowledge and making critical discoveries for a healthier, more sustainable, prosperous, and secure future.

The Acceleration Consortium will lead a revolutionary shift in scientific discovery that will accelerate technology development and commercialization. The Consortium will leverage the power of artificial intelligence, robotics, materials sciences and high-throughput quantum chemistry to create self-driving laboratories called “Materials Acceleration Platforms. These autonomous laboratories will rapidly design high-performance materials and molecules, with applications ranging from renewable energy and consumer electronics to drugs. The Consortium is a coalition of entrepreneurs, technology companies and elite researchers from top universities.

Your opportunity:

As the Director, Strategy & Partnerships, Acceleration Consortium, you will play the primary role in securing funding for the Consortium, including industrial partnerships (Sponsored Research Agreements) and government/foundation funding, coordinating with internal units, including the University's Innovations and Partnerships Office. Fundraising will include introducing prospective projects, technologies, or platforms of the Acceleration Consortium’s researchers to major global organizations and negotiating their partnership and financial support. The candidate is expected to have an established network and maintain or develop a high level of understanding of the power of artificial intelligence, robotics, material science, and high-throughput chemistry developments and needs in the field. The Director, Strategy & Partnerships will be actively involved in the Acceleration Consortium’s strategic planning and help define the Consortium’s direction, scope and focus. The Director Strategy & Partnerships, Acceleration Consortium, will work to raise the national and international recognition of the Consortium. Finally, the Director Strategy & Partnerships, Acceleration Consortium, will support executing the Acceleration Consortium’s operational plan and activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

 

• Leading the management of commercialization projects that require a rigorous approach and attention to very fine detail; liaising with the University's Innovations & Partnerships Office.
• Developing and implementing strategies to maximize the economic and social impact of commercialization partnerships
• Identifying, developing, and executing strategies for the Acceleration Consortium.
• Developing and implementing plans to support areas of research relevant to industry needs that are consistent with the University’s academic mission
• Stewarding interesting research and innovation partners to invest in available opportunities
• Interpreting policies in decision-making and providing significant input into policies, procedures and practices.
• Conveying highly complex, technical, and confidential information regarding research and innovation projects to researchers and external contacts
• Developing and implementing agreements in support of commercialization and use of products for testing and evaluation

+Essential Qualifications:

 

 

• Ph.D. or Doctorate Degree or an acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ relevant experience and a proven track record in business development or external partnership activities at the global level, with the ability to foster growth opportunities between complementary organizations.
• Strong scientific background in an area relevant to innovation using artificial intelligence to accelerate designs of high-performance materials
• Experience with project scale-up, monitoring, and evaluation
• Experience developing and implementing agreements in support of commercialization and use of products for testing and evaluation
• Experience applying an entrepreneurial approach to complex problem solving and create strategies where few parameters are provided
• Experience supervising staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills; highly proactive, persuasive, and diplomatic
• Excellent knowledge of the Canadian research landscape (academic and industrial)
• Excellent entrepreneurial ability; demonstrated initiative
• Ability to manage multiple priorities; Project management skills; ability to meet deadlines and
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write and communicate effectively with a wide range of people (administrators, government, industry and researchers)
• Ability to gather, formulate and present complex information; to write and prepare information for presentation and publications
• Understanding of research contracts, intellectual property, research applications and research funding opportunities

Assets (Nonessential):

 

 

• Related experience in business development or partnership development that fosters growth opportunities between complementary organizations

To be successful in this role, you will be:

 

 

• Communicator
• Diplomatic
• Goal-oriented
• Proactive
• Problem solver
• Resourceful

 

This position is a 2-year term, with the possibility of renewal.

 

 

Closing Date: 01/27/2021, 11:59PM EDT
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Grant - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 20 -- $112,690 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $144,107. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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.

Trent University: 1-year full-time, limited-term appointment in analytical chemistry

Trent University invites applications for a 1-year full-time, limited-term appointment with teaching responsibilities and expertise in analytical chemistry in the Department of Chemistry primarily in the Masters in Instrumental Chemical Analysis (MICA) professional program at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is subject to budgetary approval. The position will start August 15, 2021. A PhD degree in chemistry is required and demonstrated teaching experience is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will teach a combination of six one-semester courses at the masters and undergraduate level. These courses may include, but are not limited to, third year Instrumental Analysis; graduate level Chromatography; and Quality Assurance and Quality Control as well as courses in placement preparation and coordination of student placements in summer term.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, a brief statement of research background, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three referees who would be willing to write on the candidate’s behalf. Please note that applications will only be accepted in PDF format via email. Please send applications to chemistry@trentu.ca, with a subject of “MICA-Chemistry LTA Application” to the attention of Prof. Andrew Vreugdenhil, Chair, Department of Chemistry.

The deadline for receipt of applications is March 1, 2021.

Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. 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 avreugdenhil@trentu.ca.

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

Trent University: 1-year full-time, limited-term appointment in biochemistry and organic chemistry

 Trent University invites applications for a 1-year full-time, limited-term appointment with teaching responsibilities and expertise in biochemistry and organic chemistry in the Department of Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is subject to budgetary approval. The position will start August 15, 2021. A PhD degree in chemistry or biochemistry is required and demonstrated teaching experience is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will teach six one-semester courses at the undergraduate level in the Chemistry Department. These courses may include, but are not limited to, Introductory Biochemistry at the second year level; third year Advanced Synthetic Organic; third year Enzymology and advanced topics at the fourth year level. Most teaching will take place in the Fall and Winter semesters, however, summer semester teaching may be required.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, a very brief statement of research background, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three referees who would be willing to write on the candidate’s behalf.

Please note that applications will only be accepted in PDF format via email. Please send applications to chemistry@trentu.ca, with a subject of “Biochem-Organic LTA Application” to the attention of Prof. Andrew Vreugdenhil, Chair, Department of Chemistry.

The deadline for receipt of applications is March 1, 2021.

Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. 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 avreugdenhil@trentu.ca.

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