The Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a replacement professor position in Biochemistry, with responsibilities focused primarily on undergraduate French-language instruction, beginning January 1, 2027.
Title of the position: Replacement professor
Duties: The functions of a member of the academic staff include teaching activities (normally six courses per year) and academic service. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate Biochemistry courses in French. The ability to teach in both official languages will be considered an asset.
Terms: A 3-year contract, renewable.
Wage: Salary scales for Assistant Professors start at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).
Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance.
Location of work: Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, D'Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie Pvt, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5.
Contact information: Dr. Darrin Richeson, Chair, Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences, D'Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie Pvt. Room 106, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5. chmchair@uOttawa.ca
Skills requirements:
- Education: Ph.D. Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology or related discipline. Additional background in Chemistry and Biomolecular sciences is an asset.
- Work experience: We are seeking candidates with demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching in Biochemistry. Experience teaching in French is required. Experience with a broad range of undergraduate biochemistry subjects, including protein biochemistry, molecular biology, and biotechnology, will be considered an asset.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices and the creation of supportive learning environments for a diverse student population will be considered an asset.
Interested candidates should submit a package including:
- A curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement
- Contact details of two referees who would provide a letter of recommendation for the selected candidate.
Application deadline: Applications received by October 31, 2026 will receive full consideration but the position will remain open until filled.
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The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minority members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.
In accordance with 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 emailing the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations, at vra.affairesprofessorales@uOttawa.ca. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.
The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 175-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides second-language training to staff members and their spouses.