Tenure Track Faculty Position (Inorganic Chemistry or Biochemistry)

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Inorganic Chemistry or a closely related field, with the ability to teach Biochemistry or Inorganic Chemistry at all levels. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant postdoctoral experience, university-level teaching experience and research interests in Inorganic Chemistry or Biochemistry. In addition, demonstrated research competency is required. The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and maintain an externally-funded research program (from sources such as, NSERC, CIHR, CFI, etc.). Experience with and an interest in online course delivery would be an asset. Candidates able to teach chemistry in the broad sense are encouraged to apply.

Teaching responsibilities may include Introductory, Inorganic, Organic, Biochemistry, and other upper-level Chemistry courses.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Agreement (please visit www.msvufa.ca). All positions are subject to final budgetary approval.

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy), a description of current research activities and plans for a research program, sample publications and contact information for three references. The department will begin considering applications on Wednesday 26 February 2025 and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.

All applicants will be required to return the signed Self-Identification Questionnaire Form to the University Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Advisor.

Send applications via email in a single PDF to:
Dr. Ian Pottie Chair, Department of Chemistry & Physics
Mount Saint Vincent University chemphys@msvu.ca

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Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

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