Assistant Professor in Solid Earth Materials
Assistant Professor in Solid Earth Materials
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Job Family:
Academic Leadership and FacultyUnion affiliation:
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Department of Earth and Environmental SciencesFTCampus:
STEMDate Posted:
October 22 2024Applications must be received BEFORE:
Tenuretrack position in Solid Earth Materials
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenuretrack position at the rank of Assistant Professor in a field broadly related to solid Earth materials. We are looking for a scientist with an outstanding track record for innovative research using experimental theoretical and fieldbased investigations of structures and processes in rocks to understand the dynamics of geological systems. We are especially interested in candidates with research interests in igneous and metamorphic minerals and microstructures or ore geology. Candidates with a research focus in the Arctic and a solid foundation in field geology are strongly encouraged to apply. The starting date is July 1 2025.
Title of the position: Assistant Professor
Duties: The responsibilities include: 1) teaching across a broad spectrum of mineralogy or petrologyoriented courses; 2) supervising BSc MSc and PhD students; 3) developing an externallyfunded research program; 4) establishing connections with industry and government agencies; and 5) contributing to administrative and academic activities within the department and faculty.
Rank and salary: Regular tenuretrack academic appointment in the Faculty of Science with a salary consistent with the collective agreement of the Association of Professors of the University of Ottawa. The base salary for assistant professors is $94588 (based on the 202124 APUO collective agreement subject to change).
Contact information: Dr. Glenn Milne Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences University of Ottawa 150 Louis Pasteur Pvt. Ottawa Ontario K1N 6N5 Canada
Skill requirements:
- PhD in Earth Sciences Geology or Environmental Sciences
- Postdoctoral experience and excellent didactic skills are an asset
- Language: The University of Ottawa is proud to be the largest bilingual (EnglishFrench) university in North America and considers bilingualism to be one of its distinguishing characteristics. At the time of hiring the selected candidate must have an active knowledge of French. The selected candidate must be able to work and teach in both official languages at the time of obtaining tenure. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to teach in French at the time of hiring.
Application procedure: Applications should be submitted electronically through the University of Ottawa Academic Careers website (Academic and Executive Careers).Candidates should include the following in their application:
- a cover letter and curriculum vitae
- a statement summarizing the proposed research program (23 pages)
- strategies of the candidates pedagogical approach to teaching Earth Sciences (2 pages)
- a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research teaching and/or service (1 page)
- names and contact details of three professional references
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin December 10 2024. Applications received before this date will receive full consideration. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Location of work: Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences University of Ottawa 150 Louis Pasteur Pvt. Ottawa Ontario K1N 6N5 Canada
Other information:
Analytical laboratories on campus include microbeam (SEM TEM EMPA) Xray (SCXRD PXRD XRF MicroCT) and geochemical (LAICPMS ICPES ICPOES) facilities Canadas National AE Lalonde Accelerating Mass Spectrometer Laboratory and noble gas and stable isotope instrumentation. The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best universities in the country and the largest bilingual university in the world. Located on the unceded territory of AnishinabAlgonquin people in the heart of downtown Ottawa it contributes significantly to the economy culture and quality of life of Canadas Capital.
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students staff and faculty. Accordingly we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada visible minorities members (racialized persons) persons with disabilities women as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential SelfIdentication Questionnaire to be completed at the time of application.
According to government policy all qualified candidates are invited to apply; however preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada.
The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the ViceProvost Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its more than 160year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute the University provides training to staff members and their spouses in their second official language. At the time of tenure professors are expected to be able to function in a bilingual setting. In certain cases professors must have the ability to teach in both official languages to be granted tenure.
The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students staff and faculty. Accordingly we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada visible minorities members (racialized persons) persons with disabilities women as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable diverse and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential SelfIdentification Questionnaire to be completed at the time of application.
All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada
The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the ViceProvost Faculty Relations by email at . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.
Prior to May 1 2022 the University required all students faculty staff and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid19 as defined in Policy 129 Covid19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.
Employment Type
Full-Time
