Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Cell Biology and Molecular Imaging (L001918)

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Position Description

The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with research focusing on multiscale 3D cryo-imaging of biological samples. We seek candidates interested in pursuing a strong research program in any aspect of organismal, cellular and/or molecular biology using integrative structural approaches. Priority will be given to applicants with demonstrated excellence and a track record in combining several of the following technologies for 3D imaging: micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), correlative light-electron microscopy methods, cryo-focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy, cryo-electron tomography, single-particle cryo-electron microscopy, and cryo-atomic probe tomography.

 The Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology is part of the newly created School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (https://www.mcgill.ca/sbms/ ). In the context of SBMS, the successful candidate will share space and resources with other multidisciplinary teams in a highly collaborative environment. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a well-funded, independent research program that integrates with the research priorities of SBMS and with the faculty’s Strategic Research Plan (https://www.mcgill.ca/medhealthsci-research/about/strategic-research-plan ). Implementation of multiscale 3D cryo-imaging of biological samples is an area of priority of the SBMS. McGill has heavily invested in this area through strategic hires and the necessary infrastructure to support cutting-edge research. Relevant platforms for this position are the Facility for Electron Microscopy Research (https://www.mcgill.ca/femr ), the Integrated Quantitative Biology Initiative (https://www.mcgill.ca/iqbi/ ), and the Advanced Bioimaging Facility (https://www.mcgill.ca/abif ).

Job Duties

The successful candidate will also contribute to the training mandates of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology and the SBMS at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission, including some administrative committees. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

 Applicants must have a Ph.D (or equivalent) degree in Cell Biology, Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics or related fields.

Postdoctoral training or comparable research experience is also a requirement. The candidate’s research excellence will be demonstrated by publications in respected top-ranked journals, evidence of success in attracting competitive research funding (fellowships), and presentations at international scientific conferences. A history of successful collaborative work and teaching experience will be assets. We request three letters of reference from qualified referees in a relevant field of study.

The expected start date for this position is July 1st, 2023.

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences – Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology

Posting deadline: November 4, 2022

Employee Type: Tenure-Track (‘Academic Tenure Stream’)

Rank: Assistant Professor

Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience

Job Status: Full-time

The following supporting documents are required:

• Cover letter & curriculum vitae (as 1 pdf document).
• Statement of research (if including other documents, combined in 1 pdf document).
• The names and contact information of three referees.

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McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca .

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.