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

Job Description

The Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications 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).

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.

About The Role

To alleviate the under-representation of groups who experience systemic barriers in the CRC Program, 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.

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.

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

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:

• 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
• a brief statement describing current and planned engagements and contributions to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in academic, professional, or community contexts.
• the names and contact information of three referees

Compensation

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website.

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.