Professor in Geomechanics and Underground Space Engineering

When you join ÉTS, you will connect with highly active research professors in the school's various laboratories, chairs, and research groups. Your work will contribute significantly to scientific progress and the development of Quebec's productivity and competitiveness, as well as to the training of a highly skilled workforce.

What we offer:

• Start-up funds to support your scientific endeavours;
• Financial support arrangements for research and teaching (recognition of academic supervision of students, time off for research, assistance with grading, etc.);
• A customized onboarding and integration process;
• A platform for disseminating your research work, as well as networking activities to raise your profile and help you recruit students;
• A work environment conducive to the development of your career in research and teaching;
• A mentoring program for faculty members during onboarding and throughout their careers;
• Support for immigration and relocation processes for you and your family;
• A comprehensive French language learning program.

Our Construction Engineering DepartmentThe Department offers several undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs. In addition to the bachelor's degree program in construction engineering, graduate students can choose from programs in environmental studies, construction management, urban engineering, infrastructure, and many others. These programs are supervised by professors with diverse and complementary expertise, allowing for the development of multidisciplinary approaches.

Job ResponsibilitiesThe department is seeking to recruit a professor with a background in engineering related to the field listed below. Candidates must have general knowledge in the field of construction Engineering.

Geomechanics and Underground Space EngineeringA doctoral degree and at least 5 years of relevant professional experience in the construction and/or mining sectors in Canada, or comparable international experience.

Your expertise should be focused on one or more of the following research fields:

• Rock mechanics and rock engineering;
• Geomechanics;
• Underground space engineering;
• Rock excavation;
• Ground control;
• Deep rock foundations;
• Tunnel construction;
• Management of mining structure construction;
• Management of tunnel construction;
• Monitoring and prevention of geohazards in rock masses.

Depending on your expertise and research interests, you may join the team at the LG4 laboratory.

Job DescriptionAs part of a dynamic research team, you will be expected to:

• Teach at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels in fields related to engineering and construction engineering;
• Provide academic supervision to graduate students;
• Develop research programs;
• Apply for funding and grants, particularly from Quebec, Canadian, or international government agencies, industry, municipalities, and foundations;
• Carry out subsidized or contract research projects for industry and workplaces;
• Report the developments, results and impact of your scientific research.

Requirements

• Have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in a field relevant to the position, or be close to obtaining it;
• Be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) or a Canadian professional order of engineering, or be eligible for membership and take the necessary steps to become a member before submitting your application for tenure;
• Have research experience in collaboration with industry or industrial experience in R&D;
• Demonstrate excellent skills in training highly qualified employees through research projects and teaching;
• Be fluent in spoken and written French in accordance with the Politique linguistique of ÉTS or be willing to learn French and begin a Francization process facilitated by ÉTS.

Start date: Based on the candidate's availability.

Submission of Applications: All applications will be handled confidentially: https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=ETS&cws=43&rid=3745

We will consider the impact of leaves of absence that may have caused interruptions or slowdowns in your career. For this reason, we encourage you to indicate any leaves of absence that may have had an impact on your career path. We will take this information into consideration when evaluating your application.

Your application must be submitted by February 16, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (EST).

The application must include all of the following documents in a single PDF file, in the following order:

• an automatic (dynamic) table of contents,
• a cover letter,
• a CV,
• a teaching plan that includes your teaching and student supervision philosophy, your teaching methods and objectives, and the courses you have already taught and can teach in the short, medium, and long-term;
• a research plan that includes a description of how your proposed research aligns with the research areas of an ÉTS department or research group;
• a sample of your research achievements (e.g., recent scientific articles).

Please consult our FAQ for more information.

Only complete applications will be considered for evaluation. Only those selected to participate in the process will be contacted.

RemunerationWe are seeking applications for a position leading to tenure, which is open to all academic ranks. Tenured faculty members may be considered in accordance with the internal tenure process in effect at ÉTS. Tenure, the 2025–2026 salary scale, and benefits are determined according to the standards of the Collective Agreement of the Association des professeurs de l'ÉTS (APÉTS) in effect.

Immigration RequirementsIn accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, ÉTS encourages all qualified individuals to apply. However, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. It is important to indicate on your application whether you have authorization to work in Canada so that we can arrange any necessary immigration procedures.