Assistant Professor (Biochemistry)

The Department of Chemistry at The University of Winnipeg invites applications for a probationary appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with The University of Winnipeg Faculty Association Collective Agreement (2020-2027). Subject to budgetary approval, the date of appointment is anticipated to be July 1, 2026.

Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or a related discipline with demonstrated connections to biochemistry research. The successful candidate will have a strong research record, a commitment to excellent and innovative undergraduate teaching and mentorship, with expertise to teach undergraduate Biochemistry courses, and interest or experience in university service and governance. Applicants with postdoctoral or equivalent experience are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants must demonstrate potential to develop an externally-funded research program that will complement the Department's existing research expertise.

Applicants are requested to submit a complete application, including (all documents in PDF):

• cover letter (not exceeding 3 pages)
• contact information of three referees
• curriculum vitae in the style of a Tri-agency CV (not exceeding 5 pages)
• https://nserc-crsng.canada.ca/en/funding/research-partnerships-and-collaborations/inter-agency/tri-agency-cv
• research proposal in the style of a NSERC Discovery Grant proposal (not exceeding 5 pages [and up to 2 pages for references]):
• https://nserc-crsng.canada.ca/en/discovery-grants-individual-program-instructions-completing-application#a1
• teaching and mentoring statement including a description of teaching philosophy and experience (not exceeding 3 pages)

Applicants must submit all of the above materials through The University of Winnipeg’s online recruitment system (https://www.northstarats.com/University-of-Winnipeg).

Review of applications will begin on April 20, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. We appreciate all applicants’ interest but please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For any queries, please contact:

Dr. Joshua Hollett, Chair, Department of Chemistry at j.hollett@uwinnipeg.ca