Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics

Location : Guelph, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page : Faculty, Librarian and Veterinarian

Division : College of Biological Science

Requisition ID : 1526

Position Title / Rank

Assistant Professor of Bioinformatics

Department

Integrative Biology

Position Description

The Department of Integrative Biology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Biology with an emphasis on Bioinformatics. We seek candidates whose research uses innovative analytical approaches to address biological questions across scales (from genomes to ecosystems) particularly those relevant to understanding responses to environmental stressors and global change. Applicants must have a PhD in Biology or a related field and Postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Applicants should demonstrate how their research can integrate and enhance the existing strengths of the Department of Integrative Biology and interdisciplinary initiatives in bioinformatics. Applicants are encouraged to investigate current faculty profiles in the Department of Integrative Biology and College of Biological Sciences and propose novel research directions that fit within, integrate among, or complement the Department’s primary research pillars of Ecology, Evolution, and Comparative Animal Physiology. We are especially interested in candidates whose work is interdisciplinary, collaborative, and eager to advance research that generates or synthesizes big data which addresses mechanisms associated with the global biodiversity crisis, explores responses to environmental stressors across scales, and / or advances microbial and proteomic research.

These research themes may include, but are not limited to :

• Synthesis of genomic databases using advanced bioinformatics and data analytics
• The use of transcriptomics, metabolomics, or proteomics to understand biological responses
• Environmental, ecological, population, ecosystem genomics
• Cellular responses to physiological or environmental stressors
• Genetic diversity including eDNA
• Impacts of environmental stress on ecosystem resilience
• Complexity of biological response to environmental change

The University of Guelph offers extensive research infrastructure to support research and training, including the Centre for Biodiversity Genomics (CBG), Advanced Analysis Centre, Genomics facility, Phytotron, Mass Spectroscopy, Imaging facility, NMR, Hagen Aqualab, Centre for Ecosystem Management, Biodiversity Institute for Conservation Synthesis, Microbiome Preservation and Analysis Research Center (MiPARC), Arboretum, and field research stations among others.

Candidate Profile

We welcome applicants from across the biological sciences, genomics, and related disciplines. A successful applicant will demonstrate potential for excellence, innovation, and impactful work in discovery-based research focused on the natural world. Applicants should demonstrate their ability to develop and lead independent projects, including success in securing competitive funding. Potential for collaboration with industry, government, or community partners is an asset. Successful applicants will have demonstrated potential for teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels as they will support the Bioinformatics thesis and course-based programs, and teach in the Department of Integrative Biology. Applicants should demonstrate their commitment to training the next generation of scientists and fostering diversity, equity and inclusion within the research community.

Join Us in Shaping our Departmental Community

The University of Guelph resides on the ancestral lands of the Attawandaron people and the treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. We offer respect to our Indigenous neighbours and strive to strengthen relationships with them.

The University of Guelph is committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment. In the Department of Integrative Biology, we value diversity and inclusivity because diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, problem solving, and a modern academic community. The Department actively fosters a culture that is positive, collegial, and respectful of all members, and where wellness and work-life balance are valued along with excellence in research and teaching. The Department maintains standing committees focused on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Mental Health and Wellness and has developed recommendations for faculty hiring that incorporate these important issues.

The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of about 144,000 people, located about an hour west of Toronto. It is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with over 30,000 students. We are guided by a shared purpose : To Improve Life.

The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We strongly welcome applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We recognize career paths can be diverse and interruptions may occur. If you wish, you may note in your application any circumstances that may have affected your record of achievement; if disclosed, they will not negatively impact assessment. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting the search committee chair at ibadmin@uoguelph.ca.

Application Process

If you are a current employee, apply on the internal Career Page. Assessment of applications will begin on October 15, 2025 , with a goal of hosting on-campus interviews in November. Create an account on https : / / careers.uoguelph.ca / and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #1526 ) by submitting the following materials in one merged PDF file :

Date Posted : 09 / 03 / 2025

Deadline : 11 / 03 / 2025 or until a suitable candidate is found.

This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA).

The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a pillar of Our Time, the university’s strategic plan. The University commits to equitable work environments and to supporting diverse student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact. We encourage applications from designated groups in employment. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, with strong encouragement for Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

The University recognizes diverse career paths and possible interruptions. Applicants may note circumstances that may have affected their record; disclosures are optional and will not negatively impact assessment. For accommodations during recruitment or selection, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting the search committee chair.

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Education and Training

Industries : Higher Education

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