"Assistant Professor in Sustainable Surface and Underground Mining"

The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining in the Stephen J.R. Smith Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Queen’s University invites applications for a tenure-track teaching-focused faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with specialization in sustainable surface and underground mining. The preferred start date is January 1, 2026.

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Mining Engineering or a related discipline by the start date. Professional engineering licensure in Canada, or eligibility to obtain it, is required.

The main criteria for selection are:

• Outstanding teaching contributions at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, with a genuine commitment to academic and teaching excellence (teaching will make up approximately 70% of this position);
• Demonstrated excellence in research, including high-quality scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research, peer-assessed publications, and securing external research funding, complementing existing department areas;
• Evidence of ability to work collaboratively in an innovative, interdisciplinary, and student-centered environment;
• Relevant industrial experience as a significant asset.

The successful candidate will contribute through service to the department, Faculty, University, and/or broader community. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to Apply
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Submit a complete application package, including:

• A cover letter indicating valid legal work status in Canada;
• A current Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications;
• A statement of teaching interests and experience, including teaching outlines and evaluations if available;
• A statement of research interests;
• A statement of commitment to facilitating and promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, antiracism, and accessibility for under-represented groups in engineering;
• The names and contact information of three referees.

The deadline for applications is August 1, 2025. Send the application package electronically as PDFs to Heather Drouillard at mine.office@queensu.ca with the subject line “Application for Teaching-Focused Faculty Position in Surface and Underground Mining”. Hard copy applications can be submitted to Dr. Vladislav Kecojevic, Professor and Head, Noranda-Falconbridge Chair in Mine-Mechanical Engineering, The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, Goodwin Hall, Room 353, Kingston, ON, Canada K7L 3N6.

The University will provide support for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. For accommodation, contact Heather Drouillard at mine.office@queensu.ca.