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<b>Job title:</b> Tenure track positions in molecular biology &#8211; BIO<br />
<br /><b>Company:</b> University of Ottawa</p>
<p><b>Job description</b>: Job Family: Academic Leadership and Faculty</p>
<p> Union affiliation:</p>
<p> APUO</p>
<p> Faculty/Department: Department of Biology_FT</p>
<p> Campus: STEM</p>
<p> Date Posted: novembre 09, 2023</p>
<p><b>Closing Date:</b></p>
<p> Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above</p>
<p> Tenure track position in molecular biology</p>
<p> The Department of Biology at University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. For this position, the successful candidate will demonstrate potential to build internationally-recognized and externally funded research program that fully engages trainees at all levels, building collaborations within and beyond our collegial, research-intensive department. Candidates must be able to teach in both French and English at the time of hiring at undergraduate and graduate levels. Exceptional candidates at Associate Professor level may also be considered. The starting date is July 1, 2024.</p>
<p> We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in either new cellular models (organoids, 3D cultures) and/or classic and/or emerging invertebrate models. A research focus on the molecular mechanisms of aging, regeneration, and cell programming will be seen as an asset. However, any novel and/or developing research topic in the area of molecular and developmental genetics will also be considered in full.</p>
<p> The successful candidate will join a research-intensive, growing department of 40 researchers working in a wide range of fields, including cell and molecular biology, physiology, ecotoxicology, neuroscience, developmental biology, ecology and conservation, evolutionary biology, and bioinformatics. The Department maintains close collaborations with researchers at the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, University of Ottawa Brain and Mind Institute, Ottawa Heart Institute, Carleton University, federal science departments and agencies, and the Canadian Museum of Nature. The Faculty of Science provides access to core facilities for molecular biology, genomics, chemistry, microscopy and aquatic animal care to all of its members.</p>
<p> Title of the position: Assistant or Associate Professor</p>
<p> Duties: The responsibilities include: 1) maintaining a robust, externally funded research program; 2) supervision of graduate and undergraduate student thesis projects in the department; 3) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses that contribute to the bilingual (English-French) Biology or Biomedical Sciences curriculum; and 4) performing an active role within the department by contributing to administrative and academic activities of the Department, and Faculty of Science.</p>
<p> Rank and salary: Regular tenure-track academic appointment in the Faculty of Science, with a salary consistent with the collective agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa. The salary scale for assistant professors starts at $89,622 (based on the scale in effect on May 1, 2023).</p>
<p> Required qualifications: PhD in Biology or a related discipline. Postdoctoral experience is expected. A demonstrated track record of research excellence must be clearly presented, along with commitment and strategies for teaching and graduate training. The candidate must be able to teach in both French and English, the two official languages of the University, at the time of hiring.</p>
<p> Application Package: More information regarding . Applications must be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Careers portal. Candidates should include the following in their application:</p>
<ul>
<li>A one-page cover letter formally expressing interest in the position and including a statement regarding their ability to teach in French and English</li>
<li>A full curriculum vitae (please include career interruptions such as parental or sick leaves that may have impacted your record of research. These will be taken into consideration in the selection process)</li>
<li>A detailed research plan (3 pages maximum)</li>
<li>A statement of teaching interests and how principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion will be included in training of research group members (1 page)</li>
<li>Contact information of three references</li>
<li>Three peer-reviewed publications</li>
<li>Self-Identification Form: The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty</li>
</ul>
<p> Contact information: Chair, Department of Biology, 30 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, . Telephone: 613-562-5729, fax: 613-562-5486</p>
<p> Location of work: Department of Biology, University of Ottawa, 30 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.</p>
<p> Application deadline: Review of applications will begin December 1, 2023. Applications received before this date will receive full consideration. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.</p>
<p> Other information: The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 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. Located on the unceded ancestral territory of the Anishinabé-Algonquin people, the University of Ottawa is at the heart of Canada’s capital with unparalleled opportunity for collaborations with governmental agencies for funding and samples (e.g., Canadian Museum of Nature, GSC).</p>
<p> In accordance with Immigration Canada requirements, any qualified person is invited to submit their application; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.</p>
<p> The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.</p>
<p> The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.</p>
<p> All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada</p>
<p> The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.</p>
<p> 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.</p>
<p> Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.<br />
<br /><b>Expected salary</b>: $89622 per year<br />
<br /><b>Location</b>: Ottawa, ON<br />
<br /><b>Job date</b>: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 00:42:07 GMT</p>
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