Associate professor Offres d'emploi - Oshawa, ON

Tracking Code :   req1360

Faculty / Department :   Faculty of Science

Appointment Type :   Tenured and Tenure-Track, Full-time Continuing

Number of Positions :   1

Salary Grade :   Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date :  October 23, 2024

Application Review Date :   December 2, 2024 or until a suitable candidate has been found

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, is proud to encourage an interactive, information-sharing culture for our individual staff, and teams which enhance organizational effectiveness. Ontario Tech’s innovative programs, and technology-enriched learning environment create an atmosphere of academic excellence. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), a research-intensive institution with globally recognized excellence in research and teaching across all faculties. Ontario Tech University is located in Oshawa, Ontario, and is situated on the Traditional Territory of the Michi Saagiig, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Ojibway, Odawa, Pottawatomi and acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississsaugas of Scugog Island First Nation as we work towards reconciliation and Indigenization.

The Faculty of Science and the FEPAC Accredited Forensic Science Program at Ontario Tech invites applications from qualified individuals for a tenure-track faculty position in Forensic Science. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. with a track record of research excellence in the natural sciences. We are open to all areas of research that will complement our current strengths in the forensic sciences; including but not limited to bioinformatics, molecular biology, and biotechnology. Research program fit in these areas with applications to current practices in forensic science is considered an asset. We will, however, consider applicants who have an established record of original research, funding, and teaching in all areas of forensic science with a clear fit with our program.

Review of applications will begin on December 2, 2024 but later submissions may be considered until a suitable candidate is found. Questions about the position should be directed to .

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 40% Research, 40% Teaching and 20% Service workload each year. This is a research-focused position, where the successful candidate will be expected to develop a dynamic and innovative externally funded research program which supports the training of highly qualified personnel at the undergraduate, graduate & post-doctoral levels as well as fostering and participating in academic and industrial collaborations.

Applicants should submit through the Careers at Ontario Tech website and in electronic format include a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy (1 page); an outline of their research program (1 page) and 5-year proposed research plan (1 page); an EDI statement in research practice & program (1 page); and the names of three references. The Faculty of Science is interested in candidates who will proactively advance equity, diversity and inclusion in research and teaching, and can demonstrate their commitment to promoting safe and respectful work and learning environments at Ontario Tech..

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Review of applications will begin on December 2, 2024 or until a suitable candidate has been found. Applicants should submit in electronic format (as a single pdf file) a covering letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a statement of teaching interests / experience; evidence of high quality teaching; an outline of their present research program; a brief future research plan; and the names of three referees through the Ontario Tech website.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact , Health and Disability Management Specialist.