2015 Year in Review

2015 was an active year for hiring in chemistry departments across Canada. By province, Ontario led the country in number of postings. There were also a large number of postings for Alberta and Nova Scotia. 

By field,  the largest number of postings were for physical and analytical chemistry. Materials chemistry and teaching-only positions were also popular.

Congratulations again to all the new professors who began their faculty positions this year. Computational chemistry was an area that showed a particularly large amount of renewal. The faculty completed their PhDs at universities across Canada.

Hopefully 2016 will be another great year for chemistry in Canada.

Trinity Western University: organic chemistry or physical chemistry

The Department of Chemistry in Trinity Western University’s Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences invites applications for an ongoing full-time tenure track faculty position starting August 16, 2016. Areas of expertise needed include organic chemistry or physical chemistry. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in chemistry, and will be expected to sustain an active research program.

Interested candidates are requested to complete the on-line application at http://www.twu.ca/divisions/hr/join/faculty-positions.html. In addition to your curriculum vitae, please include a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, teaching evaluation(s) if available, a statement of research interests, as well as verification of your degree. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found, subject to budget approval. Inquiries regarding this position may be sent to Dr. Craig Montgomery, Chair of the Chemistry Department at montgome@twu.ca.

Trinity Western University is a liberal arts university and seeks candidates who are committed to and support its evangelical Christian basis, mission and orientation. More information about Trinity Western University’s Department of Chemistry can be found at http://www.twu.ca/academics/science/chemistry/.

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

University of Toronto-Scarborough: Analytical Chemistry, Teaching Stream

The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough invites applications for a teaching stream appointment in Chemistry. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, and will begin on July 1, 2016.

The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry at the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter. Applicants must show excellence in teaching Analytical Chemistry with additional experience/background in Inorganic Chemistry being a strong asset. Significant contributions to laboratory and tutorial development will be expected, in addition to regular classroom teaching. The successful candidate must have demonstrated excellence in teaching and pedagogy, and have excellent organizational and communication skills. Excellence can be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments highlighted as part of the application. This will include strong endorsements from referees, strong course evaluations, a coherent teaching philosophy that is linked to excellent pedagogical practice, or demonstrated excellent performance in other teaching related activities, including experience leading successful workshops or seminars, or excellent conference posters or presentations.

The University of Toronto, including the University of Toronto Scarborough, is a research-intensive institution with an interdisciplinary commitment, a multicultural student body, and a modern campus. The office of the successful candidate will be located in the recently opened Environmental Science and Chemistry building on UTSC’s North campus. The University offers the opportunity to conduct research, teach and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world.

All qualified applicants should apply online by clicking on the link below. A complete application must include: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a teaching dossier that includes a teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching excellence. If you have questions about this position, please contact rjones@utsc.utoronto.ca.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Applicants should list a minimum of three referees and arrange for these persons to submit their letter of recommendation electronically to dpeschair@utsc.utoronto.ca.

The closing date for applications is February 15, 2016. For more information about the Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences, please visit http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/physsci/. For more information about the Graduate Department of Chemistry, please visit http://www.chem.utoronto.ca/.

The University of Toronto is fully committed to academic excellence and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

EEO/AA Policy

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Memorial University: Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Ocean Biogeochemistry

The Department of Ocean Sciences of Memorial University ( http://www.mun.ca/osc/) invites applications for a tenure track Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Ocean Biogeochemistry. The focus of the Chair will align with the mandate of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council. The ideal candidate should have a strong interdisciplinary background in some combination of biological or chemical oceanography, marine ecology, water column biogeosciences, climate studies and modelling, have a Ph.D, with relevant post doctoral experience and a demonstrated record of, or show the potential for success in obtaining external grant funding. 

The Department of Ocean Sciences, which is located 12 km north of the University's main campus in St. John's, is recognized internationally for the quality and productivity of research programs in marine biology and ecology, aquaculture, marine animal physiology, biochemistry and genomics, and chemical, biological, and fisheries oceanography. The mandate of the Department is to carry out high-quality research focused on organisms and processes in cold oceans, deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in ocean sciences, and supervise/mentor honors and graduate students (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) and post-doctoral fellows. At present, the Department of Ocean Sciences has a core faculty of 15, a staff of over 40, and over 60 graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. The Department has excellent research facilities including the newly constructed Cold-Ocean Deep-Sea Research Facility (CDRF; http://www.mun.ca/osc/CDRF/index.php), which houses a large level B/III containment laboratory and specialized research equipment including tissue culture facilities, an Aria III flow cytometer/cell sorter, a confocal microscope with resonance scanning capabilities, and a benchtop scanning electron microscope. There is also a large suite of sophisticated elemental and chromatographic analytical instrumentation within the Department and on the main campus (http://www.mun.ca/research/resources/creait/). 

Ocean research is one of the focal areas identified in Memorial's Strategic Plan and excellent opportunities for collaborative research exist within the University as well as with researchers working in the province, nationally and internationally. The successful Tier 2 Canada Research Chair holder will be encouraged to catalyze interactions and foster links between the Department of Ocean Sciences and the other departments on campus including Earth Sciences, Physics and Physical Oceanography, Biology, and Chemistry as well as with researchers at the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) and Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO). 

Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province's only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the educational and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to over 18,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John's, a safe, friendly city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life, and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities (http://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/PlacesToGo/StJohns). 

Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars, i.e., candidates must have less than 10 years of experience as an active researcher in their field at the time of nomination. Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental, or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.), may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair assessed through the program's Tier 2 justification process. Applicants are encouraged to consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria ( http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx). Please note that the individual selected will be subject to review and final approval by the Chairs Secretariat ( http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/program-programme/nomination-mise_en_candidature-eng.aspx#s9). If approved as a Chair holder, the appointment will be made at the the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This is subject to final budgetary approval by the University. 

The deadline for receipt of applications is December 18th, 2015. Applicants should send a statement of research and teaching interests, a resume, and the names and addresses (including email) of three referees to 

Dr. Garth Fletcher ( fletcher@mun.ca) 
Att: Tier 2 CRC in Ocean Biogeochemistry 
Department of Ocean Sciences 
Memorial University of Newfoundland 
St. John's, Newfoundland A1C 5S7 Canada 
Please use reference number VPA-OSC-2015-001 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Postal Address:

Dr. Garth Fletcher, Head
Department of Ocean Sciences
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Prince Phillip Drive
St. John's, NL
Canada A1C 5S7

Email Address:

fletcher@mun.ca

University of Toronto Scarborough: Biophysical Chemistry

The Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in Chemistry. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2016.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, postdoctoral experience, and an excellent publication record. Candidates’ scholarship must be in Biophysical Chemistry and be able to complement the existing strengths of our department in Biological and Environmental Chemistry. For further information about the research areas of our faculty, see http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/physsci/faculty/chemistry.

Candidates must show evidence of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct innovative research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, externally funded research program. She or he will have an established or emerging record of scholarly accomplishment including publications in leading academic journals and/or with leading academic presses, or will provide evidence of excellence in research as demonstrated in presentations at significant conferences, awards for work in the field and strong endorsements by referees.  Excellence in teaching can be established by teaching accomplishments highlighted as part of the application, endorsements from referees, and evidence of strong communication and expository skills.

The successful candidate will become a member of the University of Toronto tri-campus Graduate Department of Chemistry, and will be actively involved in graduate supervision. It is expected that s/he will develop an internationally recognized program of scholarly research as well as excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Toronto, including the University of Toronto Scarborough, is a research-intensive institution with an interdisciplinary commitment, a multicultural student body, and a modern campus. The research laboratory and office of the successful candidate will be located in the recently opened Environmental Science and Chemistry building on UTSC’s North campus.The University offers the opportunity to conduct research, teach and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world.  

All qualified applicants should apply online by clicking on the link below.  A complete application must include: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a research proposal, preferably written in NSERC Discovery Grant format, a teaching dossier, and a one page statement of how the proposed research aligns with existing departmental strengths.

Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Applicants should list a minimum of three referees and arrange for these persons to submit a letter of recommendation electronically to dpeschair@utsc.utoronto.ca.

The closing date for applications is January 5, 2016. For more information about the Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences, please visithttp://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/physsci/.  For more information about the Graduate Department of Chemistry, please visit http://www.chem.utoronto.ca/.

The University of Toronto is fully committed to academic excellence and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

University of Alberta - Augustana: Physical and/or Inorganic Chemistry

The Department of Science invites applications for a tenure-track position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing on July 01, 2016. The incumbent will join a growing program and a collegial environment that provide unique opportunities for faculty-student interaction and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities associated with this position include: undergraduate teaching; availability to students for informal mentoring/advising; the maintenance of an active research program; and service (potentially involving contributions to program assessment and development; participation in the governance of the Department, Faculty and University; the dissemination of knowledge to the general public; and engagement with disciplinary associations).

Specific to these responsibilities, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate: a record of effective teaching at the undergraduate level; an ability to teach courses in both physical and inorganic chemistry; an existing research program with clear potential for future growth and development and the inclusion of undergraduate students; and a record of active engagement or leadership with important service activities. Applicants will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry and a background in physical and/or inorganic chemistry.

The Augustana Faculty of the University of Alberta enrols over 1000 undergraduate students in baccalaureate degree programs on a picturesque residential campus in the city of Camrose, 90 kilometers southeast of Edmonton. The Faculty is committed to building on its reputation for academic rigour, high-quality teaching in the tradition of the liberal arts and sciences, and extensive opportunities for students in the areas of community service learning, undergraduate research and international study. Augustana provides a distinctive undergraduate experience characterized by close student-faculty relationships and numerous opportunities for student participation in athletics, clubs, and campus organizations. Students benefit from the advantages of a small campus while earning a degree from one of Canada’s leading universities. The Faculty seeks to attract promising scholars who will share its enthusiasm for teaching in a small-campus environment, participate actively in a collegial culture of inquiry and public engagement, and flourish as researchers in an undergraduate and interdisciplinary setting.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a 1-2 page research plan, a statement of teaching philosophy (including teaching evaluations or other evidence of excellent teaching), and the names and contact information for three referees.

Questions about this position or the Chemistry degree program at Augustana should be directed to Dr. Peter Berg, Chair of Science, at pberg@ualberta.ca.

Review of applications will begin on December 14, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Apply Online

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.

The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.

Université Laval: Professeure ou professeur en chimie computationnelle

Professeure ou professeur en chimie computationnelle

Période d'affichage	23-10-2015  au  01-12-2015
Département	Département de chimie
Faculté	Faculté des sciences et de génie

Information générale sur la faculté / département

Milieu de vie privilégié au cœur de la ville de Québec, l’Université Laval est une grande université complète reconnue pour sa culture de l’excellence en enseignement et en recherche.

Description du poste

Le Département de chimie de l’Université Laval sollicite des candidatures à un poste régulier de professeur, conduisant à la permanence, en chimie computationnelle. La personne candidate doit posséder un Ph.D. et une expérience post-doctorale pertinente à ce domaine. L’engagement se fera au rang de professeur adjoint. La personne choisie devra participer à l’enseignement en français aux trois cycles et développer un programme de recherche de haut niveau en chimie computationnelle.  L’Université Laval compte parmi les grandes universités de recherche canadiennes et elle accueille plus de 45 000 étudiants. L’Université Laval est membre du  centre de calcul de haute performance CLUMEQ (Consortium Laval UQAM McGill and Eastern Quebec), et abrite ainsi un superordinateur Sun Blade de 7680 cœurs de traitement.

Conditions d'engagement et de traitement

Salaire selon la convention collective en vigueur.

Candidature

Date limite de dépôt de candidatures	1 décembre 2015
Date d'entrée en fonction	1 septembre 2016

Les personnes intéressées sont priées de faire parvenir leur curriculum vitæ, un exposé du programme de recherche prévu ainsi que les noms et adresses de trois répondants, à :

Directrice
Département de chimie
Faculté des sciences et de génie
Pavillon Alexandre-Vachon
1045, avenue de la Médecine, local 1232
Québec (Qc) G1V 0A6

L’examen des candidatures débutera le 1^er décembre 2015 et continuera jusqu’à ce que ce poste soit comblé. L’entrée en fonction est prévue à partir du 1^er septembre 2016.

Valorisant la diversité, l'Université Laval invite toutes les personnes qualifiées à présenter leur candidature, en particulier les femmes, les membres de minorités visibles et ethniques, les autochtones et les personnes handicapées. La priorité sera toutefois accordée aux personnes ayant le statut de citoyen canadien ou de résident permanent.

MacEwan University: Environmental, Materials, or Industrial Chemistry

MacEwan University inspires students through a powerful combination of academic excellence and personal learning experiences. Located in culturally enriched, downtown Edmonton, our comprehensive undergraduate university offers over 65 programs to 19,000 full- and part-time students. With a dedication to teaching excellence informed by scholarly research and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to environmental sustainability and opportunities for community engagement. In support of faculty professional development, unique and enhanced services are provided through the Centre for the Advancement of Faculty Excellence (CAFÉ).

The Department of Physical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at MacEwan University invites applications for a full-time probationary appointment in chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing July 1, 2016, subject to final budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will have a proven record of excellence in environmental chemistry, materials chemistry, or industrial chemistry.

Preferred candidates will hold a Ph.D. in a chemistry-related field, and will demonstrate a primary commitment to undergraduate teaching and an ongoing research program. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including recent teaching evaluations), statement of research interests, sample of scholarly work, and academic transcripts. Three letters of reference, quoting the competition number, should be sent directly from referees to careers@macewan.ca.

Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to Dr. Jonathan Withey, Chair, Department of Physical Sciences, at WitheyJ@macewan.ca.

This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

University of Calgary: Tier II Canada Research Chair in Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science

Applications are invited from emerging leaders in the area of Analytical Chemistry for a Tier II Canada Research Chair (http://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/home-accueil-eng.aspx) at the University of Calgary. The Chair will be appointment to a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. The chair will be housed in the Department of Chemistry, in the Faculty of Science. Details for this position appear at: http://www.ucalgary.ca/chem.

Candidates will have demonstrated potential to conduct cutting edge experimental research in any sub-discipline of analytical chemistry that is germane to issues surrounding water quality.  Applicants with research experience in the development of analytical methods and tools (e.g., all areas of spectroscopy, chromatography, microfluidics, sensor technologies, speciation, and others) to assess water quality and the efficacy of various wastewater treatment technologies are encouraged to apply. The goal is to identify the strongest candidate; while candidates with interests that complement existing research groups may be given priority, excellence and potential to develop a world-class analytical research program relevant to water quality issues will be the prime directive in completing this search.

The CRC-II holder will be part of the Advancing Canadian Wastewater Assets (ACWA) program on campus, an internationally-recognized facility that develops and tests wastewater treatment technologies to remove existing and emerging contaminants to improve ecosystem and human health (http://www.ucalgary.ca/acwa/). Working with this group, the ideal candidate will provide leadership and assistance in the employment/development of powerful analytical techniques to quantify technology efficacy and demonstrate environmental performance. Therefore, core expertise in analytical chemistry and its application to aquatic systems will be a strong asset. ACWA has a strong partnership with Agilent Technologies, and the Analytical Laboratory at Pine Creek is well equipped with GC¿s (ECD, FID, NPD and MS detectors), LC-MS QqQ, LC-MS QTOF, and ICP-MS, plus HPLC and IC.  The candidate will ideally collaborate with engineers, microbiologists and ecotoxicologists to solve interdisciplinary problems related to wastewater treatment to remove pharmaceuticals and personal care products. 

The successful CRC candidate will lead a vibrant team of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows and be expected to be a key leader in the community of like-minded researchers at the University of Calgary. The successful CRC candidate is expected to establish an independent research program. The search will focus on identifying those rare individuals who have the ideal combination of raw talent and the ambition to use it to perform world-renowned chemical research.

The University is pursuing aggressively an Eyes High strategy (http://www.ucalgary.ca/eyeshigh/) that aims to have the University of Calgary recognized as a top-five research-intensive university by our fiftieth anniversary in 2016. Plans for this CRC-II position are aligned with the University’s Strategic Research Plan (www.ucalgary.ca/vpr/files/vpr/StrategicResearchPlan2012.pdf) and its priority in Infections, Inflammation and Chronic Diseases in the Changing Environment.  The priority of Energy Innovations may also be encapsulated depending on the areas of interest and their alignment with ACWA. The CRC-II will help to provide the research leadership needed to achieve our Eyes High goal. Peer-reviewed external funding is expected to be sustained, and industrial partnerships are strongly encouraged. Applicants must possess a doctorate in Chemistry (ideally of analytical specialization) or a cognate discipline at the time of appointment, and have a stellar research record. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic about contributing to both teaching and research, and will be appointed at either the Assistant or Associate Professor level, depending on relevant experience. Cross appointment to other Units on campus may be considered. This appointment is conditional upon a successful CRC application.

The Department of Chemistry has grown from a mid-sized Canadian department with recognized poles of excellence, to its present status as one of the top 10 large (but still not huge) research-intensive Chemistry departments in the country with across-the-board strengths and a world-class reputation in several sub-disciplines.  Our vision is to be among the top five Chemistry departments in Canada and the most innovative department among them. It has large undergraduate and graduate programs and extensive state-of-the-art facilities.  The three major Departmental Strategic Research thrusts are i) Chemistry for Cleaner Energy, ii) Chemistry for Life and Health and iii) Chemistry for the Quantum-Nano World. Calgary is a multicultural city that is the fastest growing city in Canada. Calgary enjoys a moderate climate and is located beside the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Further information about the Department is available at http://www.ucalgary.ca/chem.

Applicants should send a CV, a 6-page research proposal responding to the CRC criteria, a statement of teaching philosophy, and arrange to have at least three reference letters sent to:

Dr. David Cramb, Head
Department of Chemistry
University of Calgary
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4

Or email to: search@chem.ucalgary.ca

Completed applications received by December 31, 2015 will receive full consideration, though the review process will continue until the position is filled. Hiring decisions will be finalized in early 2016 with the goal of joining the University of Calgary on July 1, 2016. The successful applicant will develop with the University of Calgary the Canada Research Chair application for the October 2016 deadline.

The University of Calgary believes that a respectful workplace, equal opportunity and building a diverse workforce contribute to the richness of the environment for teaching, learning and research, and provide faculty, staff, students and the public with a university that reflects the society it serves. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

Western University: Canada Research Chair Tier I in Interfacial and Applied Surface Science

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Western Ontario (http://www.uwo.ca/chem) is pleased to announce a search for a Canada Research Chair Tier I in Interfacial and Applied Surface Science to be appointed to a tenured position at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The rank will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience. 

In accordance with the regulations set for Tier I Canada Research Chairs (www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca), the successful candidate will be an outstanding and innovative researcher. The candidate must have a Ph.D. and a demonstrated record of accomplishments; be recognized internationally as a leader in interfacial and surface science, as evidenced by recognition in influential publications in top tier international journals, and active membership on advisory boards and international panels and/or editorship on major journals. Demonstrated success in attracting external funding (in particular through large, multidisciplinary team-based projects) and an established record as a keynote presenter at national and international conferences are essential. The successful candidate should also have a superior record of attracting and supervising graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and providing leadership in research, and interdisciplinary scholarship. 

At Western, the successful chair holder is expected to provide leadership, collegiality and strategic vision through collaboration with existing Chemistry faculty members and to build links between the departments within the Faculty of Science and in other Faculties. The candidate must carry out innovative research of the highest quality that will attract excellent trainees and is expected to work on problems of industrial relevance and in commercialization. The candidate is also expected to contribute to the teaching mission and to develop graduate and undergraduate programs in the Department of Chemistry. Interfacial and surface science is an important area of materials science where Western has a well-established national and international reputation and a long and illustrious history. The Faculty of Science has extensive  research and capabilities in this area, including Surface Science Western (http://www.uwo.ca/sci), the Nanofabrication Facility (http://uwo.ca/fab/), the Zaplab (http://uwo.ca/earth/zaplab/) and Tandetron (http://www.isw.physics.uwo.ca). In addition, the Faculty of Science and the Department of Chemistry have exceptional expertise in synchrotron-based research, with extensive connections to synchrotron facilities in the country and around the world. 

Candidates should submit an application form, curriculum vitae, one-page teaching statement, two-page statement listing experience or interest in professional and/or leadership programs, a concise research proposal (five pages, NSERC Discovery Grant format preferred), and contact details of at least three professionals who can provide letters of support to: 

Professor Bryan Neff, Associate Dean (Research) 

Office of the Dean, Faculty of Science 

The University of Western Ontario 

London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada 

adrsci@uwo.ca 

Please ensure that the Application for Full-Time Faculty Position Form available at 

http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/faculty/Application-FullTime-Faculty-Position-Form.pdf is completed and included in your application submission. 

Applications will be considered starting January 1, 

Western University: Tier I Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Computational Materials and Biomaterials Science

The Departments of Chemistry (www.uwo.ca/chem) and Applied Mathematics (www.apmaths.uwo.ca) at Western University invite applications for a Tier I Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Computational Materials and Biomaterials Science, to be jointly appointed to a tenured position at the rank of Associate or full Professor. The rank will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience. 

In accordance with the regulations set for Tier 1 Canada Research Chairs (www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca), the successful candidate will be an outstanding and innovative researcher. The proposed CRC will cross-cut the Western Science themes of Materials Science and Science of Information, while strengthening the university's international reputation in these thematic research areas. Western's computational facilities include the high-performance computing cluster, SHARCNET (www.sharcnet.ca). The successful CRC holder is expected to provide leadership, collegiality and strategic vision through collaboration with existing Chemistry and Applied Math faculty members and to build links between the departments within the Faculty of Science and in other Faculties. The University has strengths in polymer science, biomaterials, composite, optically active, and electronic materials (www.uwo.ca/cambr/Research1.html), supported by world-class facilities including Surface Science Western, which specializes on the analysis and characterization of surfaces and materials (www.surfacesciencewestern.com). An ability to interact and collaborate with researchers in these areas would be an asset. 

The candidate must have a demonstrated record of accomplishments; be recognized internationally as a leader in developing and applying state-of-the-art high performance computational methods of materials and/or biomaterials science, as evidenced by influential publications in top-tier international journals, a high publication rate, and high citation metrics. A proven ability to attract competitive national/international/partnership/team funding, and an established record as an invited speaker at national and international conferences are essential. The successful candidate should also have a superior record of attracting and supervising  graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and should be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in applied mathematics and physical chemistry, as well as having a doctoral degree in a relevant field.

Candidates should submit a CV, a brief statement listing experience and interests in computational (bio)materials science, a concise research plan (2-5 pages), one-page teaching statement, and contact details of at least three professionals who can provide letters of support to: 

Professor Bryan Neff, Associate Dean (Research) 

Office of the Dean, Faculty of Science 

The University of Western Ontario 

London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada 

adrsci@uwo.ca 

Please ensure that the form available at 

http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/faculty/Application-FullTime- 

Faculty-Position-Form.pdf is completed and included in your application submission. 

Applications will be considered starting December 1, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2016. 

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Western University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. 

University of Waterloo - 1) Inorganic Chemistry, Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry, and 2) Nanotechnology, Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry, Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry and
Nanotechnology, Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions, in Inorganic Chemistry and in Nanotechnology, respectively. Exceptional candidates at a more senior level may also be considered.

Inorganic Chemistry: Applicants should have outstanding training and demonstrated excellence in inorganic chemistry, with research interests that complement existing departmental strengths in inorganic functional materials, electrochemistry and bioinorganic chemistry. The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong independent research group and be able to develop interdisciplinary collaborations with other researchers in the Department of Chemistry, the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) and other departments and centres at Waterloo. Successful
candidates will be able to provide evidence of potential for high-quality teaching in inorganic chemistry at all levels. Postdoctoral experience, in addition to a Ph.D. degree in any area of inorganic or materials chemistry, is essential.

Nanotechnology: Applicants should have outstanding training and demonstrated excellence in areas related to nanotechnology, especially nanoscience, that complement existing strengths, ranging from computational studies and fundamental properties of materials to novel applications and devices. The successful candidate is expected to establish a strong independent research group and be able to develop interdisciplinary collaborations with other researchers in the Department of Chemistry, the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology (WIN) and other departments and centres at Waterloo. Successful candidates will also have established outstanding teaching records or will be able to provide evidence of potential for high-quality teaching in nanotechnology at all levels. Postdoctoral experience, in addition to a Ph.D. degree in any area of chemistry or related fields, is essential.

The salary range of these positions at the Assistant Professor rank is $95,000 to $120,000 for 12 months. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. Anticipated starting date for these positions is September 1, 2016.

The University of Waterloo has an excellent reputation in both Inorganic Chemistry and Nanotechnology. It offers outstanding research and teaching environments, including unique on-campus facilities for materials characterization and device fabrication (http://uwaterloo.ca/institute-nanotechnology/research-waterloo-institutenanotechnology/facilities-equipment), as well as access to machining and electronics shops, and instrumentation and computation facilities. The Department is in close proximity to the Canadian Centre for Electron Microscopy (http://ccem.mcmaster.ca). Nanotechnology academic programs at Waterloo, both undergraduate and graduate, are unique collaborative efforts that draw on academic departments from across the Faculties of Science and Engineering, uniting a variety of disciplines in a common educational and research initiative.

Waterloo is a top destination to launch a successful academic career, providing an innovative intellectual property policy, an option for early sabbatical leaves and a competitive parental leave policy – learn more about what Waterloo offers at

http://uwaterloo.ca/watport/why-waterloo.

Inquiries and applications should be directed to:

William P. Power, Chair (wppower@uwaterloo.ca)
Department of Chemistry
University of Waterloo
200 University Ave. W.
Waterloo, ON, N2L 3G1 CANADA

Applicants should submit a complete curriculum vitae, a research proposal (max. 5 pages in length) and arrange for three letters of recommendation from professional references to arrive before December 15, 2015. Additional information about the Department of Chemistry and the University of Waterloo can be found at http://uwaterloo.ca/chemistry.

The University of Waterloo respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/watport/why-waterloo

University of New Brunswick - CRC Tier II Theoretical/Computational or Biological Chemistry

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY - UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK 
Canada Research Chair (Tier II) – Theoretical/Computational or Biological Chemistry

The Canada Research Chair (CRC) Program was established by the Government of Canada to enableCanadian universities to foster research excellence and enhance their role as world-class centers of research in the global and knowledge-based economy. Tier II Chairs, tenable for five years and renewable once, are for exceptional emerging researchers, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to be leaders in their fields. More information on the CRC Program can be found at www.chairs.gc.ca.

The University of New Brunswick is inviting applications for a NSERC CRC (Tier II) in the area of Theoretical/Computational or Biological Chemistry, at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor  to begin as soon as CRC approval is received. The Department of Chemistry wishes to strengthen its research capacity in either or both of these two areas. It is anticipated that the successful candidate would be appointed to the Department of Chemistry taking into account the candidate’s research expertise and planned program of research and scholarship.

The successful candidate for a Chair in Theoretical/Computational or Biological Chemistry will have demonstrated potential and capacity to undertake independent and creative research in an area related to one or both of these disciplines. The candidate must have a completed PhD, an innovative and original research program, and a high potential to attract external funding. A demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels is also expected.


The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include engaging in innovative externally funded research that represents excellence in Theoretical/Computational or Biological Chemistry research. The establishment of productive research collaborations within and outside UNB would also be anticipated. The successful candidate will contribute to complementary areas of research within the University, and attract, develop and retain excellent students and future researchers.


Submissions received before October 24, 2015 will be granted full consideration. Once recommended by the Search Committee, the candidate is considered for an appointment in the Department of Chemistry, nominated to the Vice-President (Research) for consideration by the President’s Selection Committee, and finally to the Canada Research Chairs Selection Committee that adjudicates all nominations on a national basis. The offer of an appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level will be conditional upon approval by the CRC Selection Committee.


Applications for this position should be made by submission of a cover letter indicating areas of research experience and interests, a curriculum vita, and the names of three referees (with contact information) to: Dr. Ghislain Deslongchamps, Chair – Chemistry CRC Tier II Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, University of New Brunswick, 30 Dineen Drive, Fredericton, NB, CANADA E3B 5A3. (506) 453-4781, Email: chemchair@unb.ca.

Canada Research Chair appointments are open to Canadian researchers, working in Canada or elsewhere, as well as researchers from other countries. The University of New Brunswick is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons and women.

University of Ottawa - Assistant Professor Biochemistry/Chemical Biology

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA
Faculty of Science
Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences
10 Marie Curie
Ottawa, ON
K1N6N5

Biochemistry/Chemical Biology

The Faculty of Science at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the fields of Biochemistry or Chemical Biology. The successful candidate will have access to the core facilities in NMR, mass spectrometry and x-ray crystallography in the department, materials characterization and biocatalysis facilities that are part of the Centre for Catalysis Research and Innovation and core facilities in Biology and Medicine. New laboratory space is currently being built to support world-class Chemical Biology and Biochemistry research programs. The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa is currently ranked #2 in Canada and is one of the top Departments worldwide (according to ARWU) and hosts two winners of the Herzberg Canada Gold Medal, seven Canada Research Chairs and five University Research Chairs.

Title of the position: Assistant professor, higher rank will be considered under exceptional
circumstances.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of graduate students.

Terms: Tenure-track position

Wage: Assistant professor salary scale commensurate at $77,379.00

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete compensation package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan and optional life insurance.

Location of work: Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, d’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Contact information: Dr. Paul Mayer, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, d’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. chmpostings@uottawa.ca. Telephone: 613-562-5728, fax: 613-562-5170

Skills requirements:
- Education : Ph.D. or equivalent in Biochemistry or Chemical Biology. Postdoctoral experience in Biochemistry or Chemical Biology is mandatory.
- Work experience: A demonstrated excellent research track record in Biochemistry or Chemical Biology. A commitment to teaching and graduate training, a strong track record in and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, excellent communication skills in English and French. The candidate will be expected to teach in French.

Application deadline : October 30, 2015.

Please send your curriculum vitae, a detailed research proposal, a description of teaching interests and three confidential letters of reference to: Paul M Mayer, Chair, the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, chmposting@uottawa.ca, subject line “Biochemistry or Chemical Biology”

According to government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The University of Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require by contacting the Office of the Associate Vice-President, Faculty Affairs at 613-562-5958. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to have the ability to function in a bilingual setting.

University of Ottawa - Assistant Professor Organic/Medicinal Chemistry

UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA
Faculty of Science
Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences
10 Marie Curie
Ottawa, ON
K1N6N5

Organic/Medicinal Chemistry

The Faculty of Science at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the field of Organic or Medicinal Chemistry. The successful candidate will have access to the core facilities in NMR, mass spectrometry and x-ray crystallography in the department, materials
characterization and biocatalysis facilities that are part of the Centre for Catalysis Research and
Innovation and core facilities in Biology and Medicine. The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa is currently ranked #2 in Canada and is one of the top departments worldwide (according to ARWU) and hosts two winners of the Herzberg Canada Gold Medal, seven Canada Research Chairs and five University Research Chairs.

Title of the position: Assistant professor, higher rank will be considered under exceptional
circumstances.

Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: a) teaching
activities; b) scholarly activities revealed by research; c) academic service activities, d) supervision of
graduate students.

Terms: Tenure-track position

Wage: Assistant professor salary scale commensurate at $77,379.00

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete compensation package which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan and optional life insurance.

Location of work: Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, d’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5

Contact information: Dr. Paul Mayer, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, d’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. chmpostings@uottawa.ca. Telephone: 613-562-5728, fax: 613-562-5170

Skills requirements:
- Education : Ph.D. or equivalent in Organic Chemistry. Postdoctoral experience in Medicinal
Chemistry is desirable.
- Work experience: A demonstrated excellent research track record in organic chemistry. A
commitment to teaching and graduate training, a strong track record in and a commitment
to interdisciplinary collaboration, excellent communication skills in English and French. The
candidate will be expected to teach in French.

Application deadline : October 30, 2015.

Please send your curriculum vitae, a detailed research proposal, a description of teaching interests and three confidential letters of reference to: Paul M Mayer, Chair, the Department of Chemistry and
Biomolecular Sciences, chmposting@uottawa.ca, subject line “Organic Chemistry”

According to government policy, all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The University of Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you might require by contacting the Office of the Associate Vice-President, Faculty Affairs at 613-562-5958. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official
Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to
their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to
have the ability to function in a bilingual setting.

Department of Chemistry York University Full-Time Tenure Track Alternate Stream

Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, York University

Position Information
Position Rank: Full Time Alternate Stream - Assistant Lecturer
Discipline/Field: Organic Chemistry
Home Faculty: Science
Home Department/Area/Division: Chemistry
Affiliation/Union: YUFA
Position Start Date: July 1, 2016

The Department of Chemistry, Faculty Science invites applications for an alternate-stream tenure track appointment at the Assistant Lecturer level in Organic Chemistry, to commence July 1, 2016, subject to budgetary approval.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry and demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in undergraduate teaching of first year and organic chemistry to students from a variety of programs. The successful candidate will provide leadership in the development of new pedagogies for teaching in these areas.

York University is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, within its community. The AA program, which applies to Aboriginal people, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women, can be found at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or by calling the AA office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applicants should complete the online application process at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/6185. Applications will be accepted until December 1, 2015 and will consist of a cover letter, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, a statement of experience and teaching interests, a teaching dossier including teaching evaluations (if available), and three signed confidential letters of reference.


Posting End Date: December 1, 2015

U of T Mississauga: Assistant Professor—Tenure-Stream Appointment In Forensic Chemistry

University of Toronto Mississauga

Assistant Professor—Tenure-Stream Appointment In Forensic Chemistry

Canada-Ontario-Mississauga

Company Information
Established in 1967, the University of Toronto Mississauga is the second-largest division of U of T (Canada’s largest university), numbering 13,500 undergraduate students, 575 graduate students, over 2,300 full- and part-time employees (including 915 permanent faculty and staff) as well as over 49,000 alumni. The campus is situated on 225 acres of protected greenbelt along the Credit River, 33 kilometres west of the university’s St. George campus in Toronto.

Job Description
The Forensic Science Program at the Department of Anthropology, University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure–stream appointment in Forensic Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. This appointment will begin July 1, 2016. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a forensic focus or application. They must have experience working in a forensic laboratory, or as an independent forensic consultant, or equivalent. Candidates should also clearly indicate in the CV or cover letter any knowledge of Quality Assurance protocols and accreditation processes for forensic labs. We seek an enthusiastic and innovative individual who is interested in developing a long-term research and teaching career in collaboration with the Forensic Science Program’s network of faculty, professionals, and students.

The successful applicant will be expected to conduct innovative research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, externally funded research program, and to demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, letters of reference and the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application. Candidates also must have a record of excellence in research as demonstrated by publications in top ranked and field relevant academic journals, presentations at significant conferences, and strong endorsements by referees. The successful applicant must have a proven record of professional activities as demonstrated by casework, court testimony, laboratory experience, and similar practices.

The successful applicant will contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students in the Forensic Science program at the University of Toronto Mississauga, and to the education and training of graduate students as a member of the tri-campus Graduate Department of Chemistry, University of Toronto.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Information: All qualified candidates are invited to apply by clicking on the link following: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1500962 . Applications must be submitted online and submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . For more information about the Forensic Science Program please visit our homepage at http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/; a link to the online application system will be also available there.

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a brief summary of prior research experience, a proposal of future research (up to 10 pages), a teaching dossier, and 2-3 representative publications. Please submit files in PDF format only. We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in the following format, labeled with the applicant’s surname and a brief description or the following numbers:
(1) Letter, CV, short research statement, and teaching dossier (the dossier may be a separate file if large)
(2) two or three publications, bundled together if file size permits.

Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters directly by e-mail to j.trochanowski@utoronto.ca, addressed to Professor Heather M.-L. Miller, Chair, and with the Subject line “Forensic Chemistry Hire,” by the closing date of Oct. 22, 2015.

If you have questions about this position, please contact Professor Tracy Rogers, Director of the Forensic Science Program, at tracy.rogers@utoronto.ca ; questions about the hiring process can be directed to Professor Heather M.-L. Miller at anthrochair.utm@utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world.

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

Contact Information
Company Name:University of Toronto Mississauga
Phone Number:905-569-4423
Web Site Address:http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic

Rustam Khaliullin hired by McGill

Congratulations to Rustam Z. Khaliullin, who has been hired as an assistant professor at McGill University.

Dr  Khaliullin completed his M.S. in Chemistry at the Russian Academy of Sciences in 2002. He completed his Ph.D. at Berkeley in 2007, where he was co-supervised by  Martin Head-Gordon and Alexis Bell. He worked as a postdoctoral fellow at ETH Zurich with Michele Parrinello, University of Zürich with Jürg Hutter, and Thomas D. Kühne at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz.

His areas of interest are electronic structure theory, molecular dynamics, and artificial intelligence methods in computational chemistry.

You can find his publication history on his Google Scholar profile

University of Windsor - Two Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Positions

University of Windsor
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Two Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Positions in
1) Sustainable Materials and Green Chemistry, and
2) Health Applications of Materials

The University of Windsor’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions as part of its expanding program in Materials Science in the areas of 1) Sustainable Materials and Green Chemistry, and 2) Health Applications of Materials commencing July 1, 2016. These positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

These positions are two of 50 new tenure-track Assistant Professor appointments that the University of Windsor will make over the next three years as part of a visionary strategic investment in our students and faculty. This cohort of 50 new teachers, scholars, researchers, and creators will demonstrate both disciplinary grasp and interdisciplinary reach, providing extraordinary leadership in research, teaching, and learning for a new generation. For more information on the 50 new appointments, visit us at www.uwindsor.ca/50newprofs/.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs of study in Chemistry and biochemistry. Faculty members have active research programs in a variety of areas, including synthetic inorganic and organic chemistry, materials science, surface science, solid-state chemistry and biological chemistry. For more information about the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, visit our website at www.uwindsor.ca/chemistry.

Essential Qualifications

1) Sustainable Materials and Green Chemistry
The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, supported by postdoctoral experience, with a strong track record of publications in organic/materials related research and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. The applicant will be expected to teach courses in organic and organic materials chemistry at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to lead an active research group in organic materials chemistry with a focus on research relating to, but not exclusively limited to, sustainable materials, environmentally benign materials and/or materials processing for a greener environment. The applicant is expected to develop a vibrant research program supported by external funding and will have opportunities for collaborations with materials researchers in Science and Engineering.

2) Health Applications of Materials
The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or Biochemistry, supported by postdoctoral experience, with a strong track record of publications in the fields of (Bio) materials and Health Science or related research and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. The applicant will be expected to teach courses in chemistry and/or biochemistry at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to lead an active research group in the development and/or application of (bio)materials to the field of Health Science. The applicant is expected to develop a vibrant research program supported by external funding and will have opportunities for collaborations with materials researchers in Science and Engineering.

Application Requirements - a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status; a detailed and current curriculum vitae; a two (2) page outline of research interests and accomplishments; a draft NSERC Discovery Grant research proposal (up to 5 pages); samples of scholarly writing, including (if applicable) clear indications of your contribution to any jointly authored pieces; a teaching dossier or teaching portfolio showing evidence of teaching effectiveness and excellence that will include sample course syllabi/outlines, teaching evaluations, and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests (resources and templates for completing a teaching dossier can be found at www.uwindsor.ca/ctl/links-pd); graduate transcripts, and three (3) current letters of support forwarded directly by the referees to the Department Head at the address or email listed below.

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted. The short-listed candidates may be invited to provide further information in support of their applications. To ensure full consideration, complete an online application (www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions) found on the job advertisement, and ensure letters of reference are submitted by the deadline date of November 13, 2015. Applications may be considered after the deadline date; however, acceptance of a late submission is at the discretion of the appointment committee.

Questions and Reference Letters to be sent to:
Dr. Bulent Mutus, Head,
Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Science,
University of Windsor, 401 Sunset Avenue,
Windsor, Ontario Canada N9B 3P4,
Phone: 519- 253-3000 Ext. 3526;
Email: chembiohead@uwindsor.ca

University of Windsor is a comprehensive research and teaching institution with more than 16,050 students. The University of Windsor is a welcoming community that is committed to equity and supports diversity in its teaching, learning, and work environments. In pursuit of the University's Employment Equity Plan, members from the designated groups (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Members of Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify. For accessibility related accommodation, please notify the Faculty Recruitment Coordinator (recruit@uwindsor.ca). More general information on the University's accessibility policy can be found on the Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility website (www.uwindsor.ca/ohrea). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

York University: Two Canada Research Chairs (Tier 1 and Tier 2) in Materials Chemistry

The Faculty of Science seeks to appoint two Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) – one Tier 1 and one Tier 2 – in Materials Chemistry as part of York University’s commitment to achieve international excellence in materials science. Applications are invited from outstanding established and emerging world-class researchers with expertise in the synthesis and property characterization of advanced inorganic, organic or biomaterials. Of particular interest would be candidates whose research complements York’s existing strengths and interfaces with cognate research efforts in such areas as biosensors, solar cells, nanomaterials and tissue engineering, and those able to recruit and supervise graduate students in both the Chemistry and Physics programs.

The successful candidate for the Tier 1 Chair should have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related discipline and is expected to be an internationally recognized research leader at the top of their field, preferably holding the rank of Full Professor. The incumbent should have an outstanding research record demonstrating excellence and eminence in the field, and a proven ability to attract substantial peer-reviewed external research funding. The incumbent will also have a superior record of attracting and supervising graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and the capacity to initiate and develop collaborative relationships with other researchers in related fields. The successful candidate will be expected to foster research linkages within and beyond York, and provide strong and effective leadership for the growing faculty complement in Materials Chemistry.

The successful candidate for the Tier 2 Chair should have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related discipline and a minimum of three years of postdoctoral experience at the time of taking up the appointment, with a prior faculty appointment, or equivalent qualifications, preferred. Tier 2 Chairs have a five-year term, are once renewable, and are intended for exceptional emerging researchers (i.e., typically with less than 10 years experience as an active researcher in their field, with consideration for career breaks) who have the acknowledged potential to lead their field of research. The successful candidate will be appointed to a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The incumbent should have an outstanding early career record including training and research awards and publications in high-quality refereed journals, with clear evidence of cross-disciplinary collaboration. The incumbent is expected to propose or have initiated an original and innovative independent research program in Materials Chemistry, and is also expected to demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in graduate supervision and teaching and be eligible for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies


Further information about the Department of Chemistry and the Faculty of Science can be found at http://science.yorku.ca. Eligibility criteria and CRC program information can be found at http://www.chairs.gc.ca. Both Chair awards are subject to approval by the CRC program review process. The start date for the position is July 1, 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter. The deadline for full consideration of applications is October 15, 2015. Applicants should indicate which position they are applying to, and submit (as hard copy only) a curriculum vitae, an outline of their research plans, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, single copies of three most influential publications, and arrange for three signed letters of reference to be sent directly to:

Chair, CRC Search Committee
c/o Mary Mamais
Department of Chemistry
Chemistry Building, CB-124
York University, 4700 Keele St.
Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3, Canada,

All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval. York University is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, within its community. The AA program, which applies to Aboriginal people, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women, can be found at http://yorku.ca/acadjobs or by calling the AA office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Western University: Industrial Research Chair in Nuclear Fuel Waste Behaviour

The Department of Chemistry at Western University invites applications and nominations for an NSERC (Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada) Industrial Research Chair in nuclear fuel waste behaviour. The Chair will be co-funded by NSERC and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO). The goal of the Chair is to provide the scientific framework and numerical database required to support nuclear waste disposal performance assessment models with a primary emphasis on an understanding of the corrosion processes occurring in spent nuclear fuel or alternative waste forms, and in nuclear waste containers under the conditions expected to prevail in a deep geologic repository site. The primary emphasis will be on (i) the influence of the chemical environment within the site on the corrosion behaviour of the container; and (ii) the evolution of redox conditions within a failed container and how they influence fuel corrosion leading to radionuclide release.

The successful candidate, who is expected to work closely with the nuclear industry, will be an outstanding and innovative researcher whose accomplishments have made a major impact as evidenced by a superior record of attracting research funding, publications in high-quality, field appropriate journals, production of technical reports for industry or government, and a track record of supervision of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The candidate must have a PhD in Science or Engineering. S/he should be internationally renowned with an extensive knowledge of corrosion science and engineering. The successful candidate should also have, but is not limited to, extensive experience in a number of the following disciplines: electrochemistry, the chemistry and microscopy of materials, the chemistry of aqueous systems, and surface analytical methodologies. An ability to develop an understanding of fundamental processes is considered essential. Experience in collaboration with industry is an important asset. The Chair is also expected to contribute to the teaching mission in the Department of Chemistry and to the training of undergrad and graduate students as well as postdoctoral fellows.

The Department of Chemistry (http://www.uwo.ca/chem/) is a large, research-intensive department with strong programs in many areas of chemistry and with interdisciplinary links to research groups in other departments in the Faculties of Science and Engineering. The Department already has strong ties with the nuclear industry.

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization was established in 2002 under the Nuclear Fuel Waste Act (http://www.nwmo.ca). The company’s mandate is to collaborate with Canadians to develop and implement a management approach for the long-term care of Canada’s used nuclear fuel that is socially acceptable, technically sound, environmentally responsible, and economically feasible.

The appointment will be at the rank of Associate or Full Professor and is contingent on approval of NSERC. Interested applicants should submit an application package, including a curriculum vitae, one-page statement listing experience or interest in professional and/or leadership programs, to:

Professor Bryan Neff, Associate Dean (Research)
Office of the Dean, Faculty of Science
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada
Please ensure that the form available at
http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/faculty/Application-FullTimeFaculty-Position-Form.pdf
is completed and included in your application submission.

Applications will be considered starting July 1, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Western University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

http://uwo.ca/chem/about_us/docs/opportunities/IRC_2105.pdf