Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Advanced Nuclear Engineering - Tier 2

Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Advanced Nuclear Engineering - Tier 2

Tracking Code :   req1716

Faculty / Department : Faculty of Engineering and Applied 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 :  August 15, 2025

Application Review Date :   October 15, 2025 (7 : 00 PM EST) or until a suitable candidate has been found

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science invitesapplications for a NSERC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Advanced Nuclear

Engineering. This CRC appointment opportunity is intended for emerging

scholars, at the rank of assistant or associate professor (or those who possess

the necessary qualifications to be appointed to these levels). Appointment is

conditional on the approval by the CRC Program of the submitted nomination for

the CRC Tier 2.

About the Role

To alleviate the under-representation of groups who experience systemic

barriers in the CRC Program (as identified by the Tri-Agency Institutional

Programs Secretariat), this opportunity is only open to individuals who

self-identify as Women or as being from other Gender Equity-Seeking Groups in

the application process. This initiative is a special program as described by the Ontario Human

Rights Commission. The University welcomes and supports applications from such

candidates who also identify as members of other equity-seeking groups.

Tier 2 CRCs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars ( candidates

must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at

the time of nomination). Candidates who are more than 10 years from earning

their highest degree (and where career breaks such as maternity, parental,

extended sick leave, clinical training, etc., exist) may have their eligibility

for a Tier 2 CRC assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. Please refer to the CRC website for eligibility details or contact the

Office of the Vice President Research and Innovation ()

for more information.

The successful candidate will be nominated for a CRC. The candidate’s research

area must align with the subject matter eligibility of NSERC. Nominations are

subject to review by the CRC Secretariat, and appointment as a CRC is

conditional upon its approval. A Tier 2 CRC is tenable for five years and is

renewable once. New CRCs are also eligible for infrastructure support from the

Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to help acquire state-of-the-art

equipment essential to their work.

The Ideal Candidate

Ontario Tech seeks a candidate with the potential to enhance the nuclear

research landscape in Canada, with a focus on advanced nuclear reactor design,

nuclear facility construction methods, nuclear design methods, safety,

licensing and environmental protection, or applications of advanced reactors

beyond electricity production. The successful candidate will have a

strong publication record, demonstrated nuclear industry engagement and a

history of successful funding. As well, they will have demonstrated an

ability to successfully develop highly qualified personnel, and will be

expected to grow and manage an active research group at Ontario Tech. They will

be expected to maintain collaborative and collegial relationships with faculty,

staff, students, and the community at large. The successful candidate must be

able to maintain eligibility to obtain funding from Canadian federal,

provincial, international funding agencies and must be able to maintain

compliance with Canadian and US trade controls including sanctions and / or

export control regulations and the federal government’s Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of

Concern.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 40%

Research, 40% Teaching and 20% Service workload each year.

Qualifications and Experience :

• A PhD degree
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer or is eligible to register as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario
• Strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions in a core engineering discipline
• Excellent English language skills and an ability to maintain strong, two-way communications on an ongoing basis

The University

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.

The Department of Energy and Nuclear Engineering

The CRC will be held in the Department of Energy and Nuclear Engineering

(ENE). The Department offers Canada’s only accredited undergraduate

Nuclear Engineering program, as well as undergraduate degrees in Health Physics

and Radiation Science, and Energy Engineering. The Department also offers a

corresponding Engineering and Management degree for its Engineering programs.

In addition, the Department offers Graduate Diplomas in Nuclear Design

Engineering and Nuclear Technology, as well as MEng, MASc, and PhD degrees in

Nuclear Engineering. The Department is committed to teaching and research

excellence in Nuclear Science and Engineering, and to supporting the nuclear

sector in Canada and internationally.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025  and

will continue until a suitable candidate is found.

Applicants should submit the following components in

electronic format in a single pdf file :

Compensation

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.

Employment Equity at Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech University is committed to ensuring equity,

diversity, and inclusion in the research, scholarly and leadership environments

of our students, staff, and faculty members. Ontario Tech University

understands that our pursuit of research excellence and our commitment to

equity, diversity and inclusion are mutually supporting. As such, Ontario Tech

University is committed to achieve and maintain an equitable representation

amongst our Canada Research Chair holders, as well as within Ontario Tech University’s

broader research enterprise.

The CRC requires institutions to collect self-identification data from all

applicants. To be considered for this position all candidates must complete the

confidential self-identification questionnaire included in this application

process. In accordance with the University’s Canada Research Chairs Equity,

Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan, and to support Ontario Tech University’s

commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, in our chairholders and pursuant

to Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code, only applicants who

self-identify as a woman, which includes individuals from Gender Equity-Seeking

Groups (individuals who identify as transgender, gender-fluid, non-binary and

Two-Spirit) will be considered for this CRC opportunity. The objective of this

measure is to increase the representation of the four designated groups in the

allocation of Canada Research Chair positions.

The objective of this measure is to increase the representation of the four

designated groups in the allocation of Canada Research Chair positions. Data

collected will only be utilized to support the recruitment processes and shared

confidentially with the search committee as required to support the reporting

requirements to the Canada Research Chairs Program.

however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in

Canada, will be given priority.

Hiring Accommodations

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. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location :   Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date :  3 / 1 / 2026