Replacement professor

Title of the position: Replacement professor

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 January1, 2027.

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

A3-year contract, renewable.

Wage

Salary scales for Assistant Professors start at $99,377 (as of May1,2025).

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 K1N6N5.

Contact information

Dr. Darrin Richeson, Chair, Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences, D’Iorio Hall, 10 Marie Curie Pvt. Room106, Ottawa, ON K1N6N5. View email address on apply.j-vers.com

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.

Application deadline

Applications received by October31,2026 will receive full consideration but the position will remain open until filled.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion statement

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 Self-Identification 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 Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at View email address on apply.j-vers.com. Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

University information

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year 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 May1,2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May1,2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts. The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located at the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country. Our advances in social sciences, health, engineering, science and the humanities make uOttawa a unique place to learn, grow and excel. The University of Ottawa aspires to employing a staff that fully represents the diversity of Canada's population. As a result, it is committed to employment equity principles and aims to provide an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. The University of Ottawa offers a generous pay and benefits package that includes a market-competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan, group insurance coverage and an employee and family assistance program.

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📌 Replacement professor in Chemistry & Biomolecular Sciences (Ottawa)
🏢 University of Ottawa
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