間眅埶AV

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Faculty of Science

Biological Sciences

TENURE-TRACK APPOINTMENT | THELMA FINLAYSON CHAIR IN BIOLOGICAL CONTROL

The Department of Biological Sciences (BISC) at 間眅埶AV invites applications, from Canadian and international researchers, for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor for the Thelma Finlayson Chair in Biological Control. This Chair is funded through a substantial endowment from the late Professor Thelma Finlayson (Order of Canada).

We invite applications from outstanding, early-career scientists from a broad range of disciplines related to biological control or pest management, including but not limited to applied insect biology, plant-insect interactions, invasion biology, and plant or insect genetics, biotechnology, or genomics, in any forest, agricultural, horticultural, urban or natural ecosystem. The position would begin no earlier than September 2025. The successful candidate should have demonstrated research excellence through a strong publication record in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals and be a current or future leader in their field. The new hire will be expected to contribute to development and teaching of new or existing courses related to biological control and pest management, as well as other core undergraduate and graduate courses in BISCs program. We encourage applications from researchers who will contribute to the Departments efforts in supporting equity, diversity and inclusion.

About Biological Sciences and 間眅埶AV

The Department of Biological Sciences (BISC) was established at 間眅埶AV in 1965, making it one of the younger Biology Departments in Canada. BISC remains a broad-based Biology Department with research interests of faculty ranging from cell and molecular biology, through organismal biology and physiology, to ecology, evolutionary biology and conservation. We currently comprise 30 research faculty and 9 teaching faculty, with ~650 Undergraduate majors and ~100 Graduate students. The Department has research groups in behavioural ecology (eBERG), applied biology (with a Masters of Environmental Toxicology), cell biology (Centre for Cell Biology, Development and Disease - C2D2), aquatic conservation (Earth2Ocean), avian ecology and conservation (the Centre for Wildlife Ecology - CWE), and evolutionary biology (Crawford Lab of Evolutionary Studies). Situated on the Burnaby campus, Biological Sciences is a short walk from the University Childcare Centre, athletic facilities, and scenic hiking trails.

間眅埶AV (間眅埶AV) is one of Canadas top-ranked comprehensive universities. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbias largest municipalitiesVancouver, Burnaby, and Surreyour students, faculty, and staff are privileged to live and work on the traditional unceded territories of the x妢m庛k妢ym (Musqueam), S廎硬x戔w繳7mesh xwumixw (Squamish), slilwta优 (Tsleil-Waututh), q穩c y (Katzie), k妢ik妢m(Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and  Tsawwassen peoples. Consistently ranked as one of Canadas top employers, 間眅埶AVs takes pride in fostering a supportive and accommodating environment for all our members.

Core duties of an Assistant or Associate Professor in Biological Sciences

  • Research: Develop an externally funded research program including supervising and mentoring graduate students and highly qualified personnel in research training, and disseminating discoveries through peer- reviewed publications, conference presentations, and other forums appropriate to the discipline.
  • Teaching: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses including contributions to core, large-enrollment lower-division courses, and curriculum and program development.
  • Service: Perform service to the Department and the University, such as serving on committees and participating in departmental initiatives.

Qualifications for Assistant Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in any area of biology related to pest management or biological control by the employment start date.

The candidate must demonstrate:

  • a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
  • establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program;
  • potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
  • potential for excellence in supervision of graduate students

Qualifications for Associate Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in any area of biology related to pest management or biological control. Only those holding or expected to hold the rank prior to the employment start date will be considered.

The candidate must demonstrate:

  • a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
  • evidence of establishment of a successful, externally-funded research program;
  • evidence of success in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
  • evidence of supervision of graduate students;
  • demonstrated contribution to the academic community and potential contribution to the Department, Faculty and Universitys academic community.

The typical workload distribution for tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professors at 間眅埶AV is 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service. In carrying out these duties, the successful candidate will advance BISCs goals to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion by working to eliminate the barriers that impede the ability of department members from historically  underrepresented and marginalized populations to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will foster a positive and inclusive working environment through respectful interactions with all faculty, staff, and students. The responsibilities, terms and conditions of employment of research faculty are listed in the 間眅埶AV-間眅埶AVFA Collective Agreement.

Faculty salaries at 間眅埶AV are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 間眅埶AV Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322 (dependent on experience). A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Associate Professor rank is $130,142 - $155,584 (dependent on experience).

The Successful Candidate

The following credentials, skills, expertise, experience, values, and attitudes comprise the desired qualifications. The  successful candidate must:

  • Hold a PhD in any area of biology related to pest management or biological control.
  • Have demonstrated excellence in research related to pest management or biological control. Criteria for assessment of excellence could include:
    • extensive experience conducting scientific studies in the specified research area,
    • high-quality scientific publications in leading peer-reviewed journals of the field,
    • awards and/or secured external funding (including scholarships),
    • dissemination of research contribution via conferences and seminars,
  • Articulate a compelling vision for a research program that addresses questions of fundamental importance to the field and has clear potential to attract top-quality trainees, extramural funding, new scientific collaborations, and uptake by knowledge users.
  • Show clear evidence of, or potential for, excellence as a mentor of graduate students and research trainees, especially those from equity-deserving groups.
  • Demonstrate deep and broad knowledge of fields related to biological control to teach undergraduate and graduate courses effectively in these areas.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written, in English) including, but not limited to, strong listening skills, valuing and respecting diverse perspectives, and a collaborative disposition.

The following qualifications are considered assets:

  • Collaborations with other national and international researchers in their field of study
  • Invited talks at national/international meetings
  • Strong potential for effective knowledge translation and community engagement (e.g., with provincial, national and international organisations).
  • Evidence of a keen interest in teaching, strong pedagogical skills, and effectiveness in fostering inclusive learning environments.
  • Strong potential to be an engaged academic citizen, in part by demonstrating a record of volunteerism and participation in service activities, such as committee work, outreach initiatives, etc.
  • Evidence of past contributions to enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within research, service, and teaching, understanding of inclusive teaching and mentoring, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students.

How To Apply

Candidates should address their applications to Dr. Tony D. Williams, Chair of the Search Committee. Informal enquiries about this position can be directed to Tony Williams (biscchr@sfu.ca).

Applications should consist of a single PDF file inclusive of, and bookmarked for, the following components:

  • A concise cover letter (maximum two pages) that addresses the following items: 1) reasons for applying to the position, and 2) a narrative description highlighting evidence that the candidate meets the job qualifications and can effectively perform the listed job duties.
  • A complete up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidates education and employment history, publications  and  conference  presentations, funding and awards, student supervision, collaborations/partnerships, teaching experience, and service activities.
  • A research statement (maximum two pages) that describes the candidates research experience, goals, and a five-year plan for their research program.
  • Three examples of peer-reviewed published scholarly work.
  • A teaching statement (maximum two pages) that describes the candidates teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
  • A statement (maximum one page) describing past or potential contributions to enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within research, service, and teaching. With regards to the latter component, candidates should discuss their experience with, and/or understanding of, inclusive teaching and mentoring, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students.
  • The names, titles, and email addresses of 3 referees who are qualified to assess the candidates research, service and, if possible, teaching capabilities. Referees will be contacted by 間眅埶AV for candidates advancing to the later stages of the selection process.
  • Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.

All  application  materials  should  be  submitted  as  a  single  pdf  via  an  online application  form: /biology/about/employment/faculty/faculty-thelma-finlayson-chair-repost.html 

Full consideration will be given to applications received by September 17, 2024. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position is still open.

間眅埶AV offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. 間眅埶AV is also committed to ensuring that the application process is accessible to all applicants. If you require accommodations or have questions about 間眅埶AV benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations, please contact the Specialist, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Faculty Relations.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the 間眅埶AVFA/間眅埶AV Collective Agreement. For further details see the full the Collection Notice.

The position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the 間眅埶AV Board of Governors.

Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology

Assistant or Associate Professor in Cardiac Arrhythmias

The Opportunity

The Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (BPK) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Cardiac Arrhythmias to commence January 1, 2025, or a mutually agreed-upon date.

Desired Research Area

The ideal candidate will lead a research program using stem cell-derived cardiomyocytes (hiPSC-CMs) to investigate inherited arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies at the Cellular and Regenerative Medicine Centre (CRMC). Areas may include studies on genetic variants associated with arrhythmias (e.g., ion channelopathies, sarcomeric proteins) or other cardiac diseases. Through their research, the ideal candidate will make use of available state-of-the-art infrastructure designed for optimal development and phenotyping of hiPSC-CMs to study this cardiac dysfunction. The candidate will have a collaborative disposition and sufficiently broad interests and expertise to readily engage in collaborations with other researchers in BPK, at 間眅埶AV and UBC, and with the broader cardiac arrhythmia community.

Core Duties of the Position in Cardiac Arrhythmias:

  • Research: Develop an externally funded research program devoted to advancing the field of channelopathy/cardiomyopathy research using hiPSC-CMs, supervise and mentor graduate students and other highly qualified personnel, and disseminate discoveries through peer- reviewed publications, conference presentations, and other forums appropriate to the discipline.
  • Teaching: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of molecular cardiac physiology and contribute to curriculum and program development.
  • Service: Serve the Department, the University, and the larger scientific community by contributing to committee work and in departmental initiatives.

Qualifications for Assistant Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in molecular cardiac physiology, biophysics, electrophysiology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline by the employment start date.

The candidate must demonstrate:

  • a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
  • establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program;
  • potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
  • potential for supervision of graduate students.

Qualifications for Associate Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in molecular cardiac physiology, biophysics, electrophysiology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline by the employment start date. Only those holding or expected to hold the rank prior to the employment start date will be considered.

The candidate must demonstrate:

  • a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience;
  • establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program;
  • sustained success in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level;
  • potential for supervision of graduate students;
  • demonstrated contribution to the academic community and potential contribution to the Department, Faculty and Universitys academic community.

The typical workload distribution for assistant and associate professors in BPK is 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service. In carrying out these duties, the successful candidate will advance BPKs goals to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion; for example, by working to eliminate the barriers that impede the ability of department members from historically underrepresented and marginalized populations to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will foster a positive and inclusive working environment through respectful interactions with all faculty, staff, and students. The responsibilities, terms, and conditions of employment of faculty are listed in the 間眅埶AVFA-間眅埶AV Collective Agreement.

About the Department and University

About the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (BPK)

The mission of BPK is to advance the understanding of physiology and human health through fundamental and applied research, education, and service. BPK offers undergraduate degrees (BSc, BSc Honours) in biomedical physiology, behavioural neuroscience, and kinesiology, as well as graduate degrees (MSc, PhD). The Department includes 24 research faculty, 9 continuing teaching faculty members, 7.4 staff members, approximately 50 graduate students, and over 1,000 undergraduate majors. BPK features research clusters in cardiovascular physiology, chronic diseases, neuromechanics, and neuroscience.

About 間眅埶AV

At the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community engagement lies 間眅埶AV (間眅埶AV), Canadas top-ranked comprehensive university. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbias largest municipalitiesVancouver, Burnaby, and Surreyour students, faculty, and staff are privileged to live and work on the traditional unceded territories of the x妢m庛k妢ym (Musqueam), S廎硬x戔w繳7mesh xwumixw (Squamish), slilwta优 (Tsleil-Waututh), q穩cy (Katzie), k妢ik妢m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples. Consistently ranked as one of Canadas top employers, 間眅埶AVs excellence as an engaged university is derived from our shared commitments to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the pursuit of decolonization, indigenization, and reconciliation.

間眅埶AV offers several unique assets to its research faculty that are particularly relevant to this position. This includes the newly established Cellular and Regenerative Medicine Centre at BC Childrens Hospital Research Institute (BCCHRI). This institute hosts numerous core facilities including those in imaging, flow cytometry, and MS proteomics. Within the CMRC is the RoboCult, a unique instrument for the maintenance and passaging of hiPSCs in a hands-free manner, Eppendorf bioreactors for the differentiation of hiPSCs to both ventricular and atrial cardiomyocytes, and phenotyping rigs for multiple electrode array assays, automated patch clamping, and high-speed optical mapping. As a testament to BPK and 間眅埶AVs culture of innovation, BPK professors have founded four companies in the past 20 years, while World University Rankings for Innovation 2023 ranked 間眅埶AV second globally in the Entrepreneurial Spirit category and 13th globally in the Innovative Universities category. Metro Vancouver offers burgeoning wearable technology and biomedical device ecosystems, with several start-up and mid-sized companies now operating who are keen to engage in academic-industry partnerships. Several BPK faculty who conduct clinical research maintain affiliations with local hospitals including the BC Childrens, Vancouver General, and St. Pauls Hospitals.

The Successful Candidate

The following credentials, skills, expertise, experience, values, and attitudes comprise the desired qualifications.

The successful candidate must:

  • Hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in molecular cardiac physiology, biophysics, electrophysiology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Have at least one year of postdoctoral or related research experience.
  • Have demonstrated excellence in research making use of hiPSC-CMs to study various aspects of cardiac function or dysfunction. Excellence will be assessed in various ways, including but not limited to the following criteria:
    • Extensive experience conducting scientific studies in cardiac biophysics;
    • High-quality scientific publications in the leading peer-reviewed journals of the field;
    • Awards or external funding (e.g., scholarships);
    • Disseminated discoveries via conferences, seminars, and other mechanisms for knowledge translation.
  • Articulate a compelling vision for a research program that addresses questions of fundamental importance to the field and has clear potential to attract top-quality trainees, external funding, new scientific collaborations, and uptake by knowledge users.
  • Show clear potential for excellence as a mentor of research trainees, especially those from equity- deserving groups.
  • Demonstrate deep and broad knowledge of the fields of molecular cardiac physiology to teach undergraduate and graduate courses effectively in these areas.
  • Show strong potential for effective teaching of undergraduate courses and fostering of inclusive learning environments.
  • Show strong potential for effective knowledge translation and community engagement.
  • Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written, in English). These skills include but are not limited to strong listening skills, valuing and respecting diverse perspectives, and a collaborative disposition.
  • Show strong potential to be an engaged academic citizen, in part by demonstrating a record of volunteerism and participation in service activities, such as committee work and outreach initiatives.

The following qualifications are considered assets:

  • Interest and capability for running patient-derived hiPSC-CM experiments to foster translation.
  • Experience conducting research in diverse environments or from different perspectives.
  • Show clear potential to collaborate within and outside the University.
  • Previous or existing collaborations with leading researchers.
  • Have assisted or led the teaching of undergraduate courses, and in so doing demonstrated keen interest in teaching, strong pedagogical skills, and effectiveness in fostering inclusive learning environments.
  • Demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in their previous institutional environment(s) or in curricula.
  • Experience or goals to apply research to better understand and address health issues affecting underrepresented populations.
  • Interest, experience, and expertise in entrepreneurship and technology development.
  • Leadership potential, demonstrated by leadership roles, formal leadership training, or leadership abilities.

How To Apply

Candidates should address their applications to Dr. Glen Tibbits, Chair of the Search Committee. Applications should consist of a single PDF file inclusive of and bookmarked for the following components.

  • A cover letter (maximum two pages) that addresses: 1) reasons for applying to the position, and 2) a narrative description highlighting evidence that the candidate meets the job qualifications and can effectively perform the listed job duties. Please also specify the rank you are applying for.
  • A complete up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidates education and employment history, publications and conference presentations, funding and awards, student supervision, collaborations/partnerships, teaching experience, and service activities.
  • A research statement (maximum two pages) that describes the candidates research experience, goals, and a five-year plan for their research program.
  • Three examples of peer-reviewed published scholarly work.
  • A teaching statement (maximum one page) that describes the candidates teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
  • A statement (maximum one page) describing past or potential contributions to enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within research, service, and teaching. Regarding the latter component, candidates should discuss their experience with and/or understanding of inclusive teaching and mentoring, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students.
  • The names, titles, and email addresses of 4 referees who are qualified to assess the candidates research capabilities, at least one of whom can assess teaching potential. Referees will be contacted by 間眅埶AV for candidates advancing to the later stages of the selection process.
  • Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.

Candidates should submit their applications by email to bpkcs@sfu.ca with the subject line hiPSC- CMs<lastname>_<firstname>. Full consideration will be given to applications received by September 15, 2024. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position is still open.

間眅埶AV recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them. 間眅埶AV also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs.

間眅埶AV is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 間眅埶AV to foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community. 間眅埶AV is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, 間眅埶AV will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Faculty salaries at 間眅埶AV are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the 間眅埶AV Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322 (dependent on experience). A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Associate Professor rank is $130,142 - $155,584 (dependent on experience).

間眅埶AV offers several benefits and services aimed at creating a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits and Service page for more details. 間眅埶AV is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require accommodations or have questions about 間眅埶AV benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations, please contact the Specialist, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Faculty Relations.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the 間眅埶AVFA/間眅埶AV Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the 間眅埶AV Board of Governors.

Inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to the BPK Chairs Assistant, bpkcs@sfu.ca.

Chemistry

Earth Sciences

Assistant Professor in Critical Minerals Geochemistry

The Opportunity

The Department of (EASC) at 間眅埶AV invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing as early as January 2025. A Ph.D. is required, and previous professional experience (e.g., academic or industry) is considered favourable.

Desired Research Area

Through the application of advanced geochemical methods, the ideal candidate will conduct cutting-edge fundamental and applied research into the characterization of processes and environments related to the genesis of critical minerals, leading to insight into environmentally sustainable resource development. We seek applicants with research expertise in the broad area of critical mineral geochemistry, including but not limited to hydrothermal and magmatic mineral forming processes, ore deposit genesis, and water-rock interactions. Candidates capable of leading field- and laboratory-based research related to the critical-minerals resource sector are particularly encouraged to apply. The research activities and expertise of the successful candidate should also complement and extend those existing within the Department.

Core Duties

The successful candidate will develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program, and play a pivotal role in training a new generation of professionals via supervision of graduate and undergraduate students. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate- and graduate-level courses that support the Geology and Environmental Geoscience curriculum as well as 間眅埶AVs joint Earth Sciences/Chemistry program. Specific undergraduate courses would likely include Introduction to Geochemistry, Geochemistry of Natural Waters and Mineral Deposits. The candidate is expected to be or become a registered

About the Department of Earth Sciences and 間眅埶AV

The mission of EASC is to conduct innovative research and teaching that shapes the way in which we understand Earths evolution, and positions us to address the growing challenges of resource security and sustainability, climate change and natural hazards. We are committed to fostering a supportive and accommodating environment for all our members and maintaining a diverse and vibrant research setting that provides outstanding training and experiential learning at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

間眅埶AV is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges 間眅埶AV to foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community. 間眅埶AV is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or  qualifications.  Consistent  with  this  principle,  間眅埶AV  will  advance  the  interests  of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Faculty salaries at 間眅埶AV are based on the 2024 salary scales bargained between the University and the 間眅埶AV Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322 (dependent on experience).

How To Apply

Candidates should address their applications to Dr. Daniel Gibson, Chair of the Search Committee. Applicants should submit their applications by email to the EASC Chairs Secretary, eascsec@sfu.ca and include:

  • A cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) that addresses: 1) the reasons for applying to the position, and 2) a narrative description highlighting evidence that the candidate meets the job requirements and can effectively perform the listed job duties. Within this letter, candidates are encouraged to elaborate on their experiences related to equity, diversity and inclusion and reflect on how these experiences may shape their commitment to fostering a respectful and collegial learning and working environment. Candidates may highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions, if any, have impacted them. 
  • A curriculum vitae (include details of research, teaching, and any professional experience).
  • A concise research statement articulating current and future research plans (maximum of 2 pages).
  • A teaching statement describing teaching experience and philosophy (maximum of 2 pages).
  • The names of 3 references (including phone numbers and email addresses), one of whom can speak to teaching capabilities, and at least one who is not a co-author.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the 間眅埶AVFA/間眅埶AV Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by October 1, 2024. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position is still open.

Mathematics

Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

Physics

Statistics and Actuarial Science