We seek a colleague who investigates the chemical, mineralogical, and physical composition of the solid Earth and its interactions with other Earth systems. We welcome candidates whose interdisciplinary research integrates geological observations with analytical, experimental, and/or theoretical approaches and complements existing strengths in the department. Candidates should demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement and an original research program with strong potential to attract external funding.
The selected candidate will provide supervision and mentorship to a diverse cohort of undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to field-, laboratory-, and classroom-based teaching by delivering courses in mineralogy, petrology, and other topics in their field of expertise. All McGill faculty are expected to engage in service activities within their unit, the university, and the broader scholarly community.
The selected candidate must have a PhD in the Earth Sciences at the time of appointment.
Faculty of Science, Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences
Job Type: Tenure-track Rank: Assistant Professor Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Posting Period: References of shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly following a review of applications, which will begin October 1, 2026.
Enquiries may be sent to the Chair of the Search Committee, Prof. Jeffrey McKenzie (jeffrey.mckenzie@mcgill.ca).
Required Documents: The following supporting documents are required: cover letter and curriculum vitae statement of research names and contact information of three referees
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence.
We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged.
Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns.
Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path.
This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify.
It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures.
Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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Assistant Professor in Earth and Planetary Sciences, Solid Earth Processes • Montreal (administrative region), QC, Canada
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