"Canada Research Chair (Tier I) in Microbial Therapeutics"

Job Details

The Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, the Department of Medicine, and the Calvin, Phoebe and Joan Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases invite applications for an appointment with Tenure at the Associate Professor or Professor level. The selected candidate will be nominated for a Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR) Tier I Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Microbial Therapeutics.

Qualifications include a PhD, with completed post-doctoral training, or an MD/PhD, with completed residency training in gastroenterology, infectious diseases or relevant internal medicine subspecialty, and eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. A deep knowledge and skills in microbial therapeutics and significant experience leading related translational research or clinical trials is desired.

Applicants at the Associate Professor level must present evidence of an established, externally funded research program focused on microbial therapeutics, and a strong publication record. Evidence of successful teaching, graduate supervision, and research collaborations are required assets.

Applicants at the Professor level must present evidence of a well-established, externally funded research program focused on microbial therapeutics, and an extensive publication record. Evidence of successful teaching, graduate supervision, and leading large interdisciplinary teams are required.

The successful candidate will lead an interdisciplinary program in the identification, development and therapeutic use of the microbiota or microbiota-derived products in health and disease, within the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary and in partnership with Alberta Health Services. For clinician scientist applicants, duties will also include providing clinical care to patients as part of their membership within the Department of Medicine.

This position provides an opportunity for an outstanding researcher or clinician researcher to grow and accelerate an active research program in microbial therapeutics. The Chair will engage with researchers and clinicians within the UCalgary International Microbiome Centre and the broader community. Start-up funds will provide resources to leverage existing initiatives at the University of Calgary into a world-class centre for microbial therapeutics.

The Chair will be part of a growing cadre of scientists focused on microbiome research and the clinical application of novel microbial therapeutics, as supported by the International Microbiome Center and related facilities within the Snyder Institute.

There is the possibility of additional philanthropic support. The selected applicant will join the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases and become an active member of the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases.

In addition to fostering a thriving training program, the selected candidate will participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Experience with lecturing, innovative educational approaches, course development, and a demonstrated record of impact in teaching is a requirement. The selected applicant will also have opportunities to be involved in administrative and service activities that affect the Cumming School of Medicine community.

For MD/PhD clinician scientist applicants, the selected applicant will join the Department of Medicine. Members of the Department of Medicine enjoy an attractive remuneration and benefits package through the University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services.

UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age.

Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years.

The University of Calgary adheres to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and recognizes that candidates have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record.

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via University of Calgary Careers webpage. Please be aware that the application process allows for a maximum of four attachments: Cover letter and academic CV including the names and contact information for three referees, Statement of research interests, Statement of teaching interests.

Questions about this position may be directed to: Dr. Nathan Peters, PhD, Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases, C/O Marcy Brett (mbrett@ucalgary.ca).

Application deadline: October 31, 2025