The Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences of the University of Ottawa invites applications to fill one replacement professor position in Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences, to begin July 1, 2026.
Title of the position: Replacement professor
Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include, in varying proportions: teaching activities (six courses per year) and academic service activities. The candidate will be expected to teach in both official languages.
Terms: A 2-year contract, renewable – new position.
Wage: Salary scales for Assistant Professors start at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).
Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance.
Location of work: Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, D’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie Pvt, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.
Contact information: Dr. Darrin Richeson, Chair, Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences, D’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie Pvt. Room 106, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. chmchair@uOttawa.ca
Skills requirements:
- Education: Ph.D. Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline. Additional background in Chemistry and Biomolecular sciences is an asset.
Work experience:
We are seeking candidates with a proven track record in teaching at the undergraduate level (in chemistry & biomolecular sciences), in both official languages. Research experience in academia and/or industry will be an asset. Experience in supervising undergraduate students will be an asset.
The ability of the candidate to teach chemistry & biomolecular sciences at the graduate level will be an asset. The ability of the candidate to participate in at least one of the established research groups will be viewed as an asset.
The ability of the candidate to build inclusive courses designed for learning will be an asset.
Interested candidates should submit a package including:
- A curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement
- Contact details of two referees who would provide a letter of recommendation for the selected candidate.
Application deadline: Applications received by April 18, 2026 will receive full consideration but the position will remain open until filled.
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