Bioinformatics and multi-omics research anchor MacEwan University's Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in downtown Edmonton. This is a full-time tenure-track academic appointment.

The Department of Biological Sciences seeks an emerging scholar whose computational approaches address important life-science questions. The successful candidate will hold Assistant or Associate Professor rank and develop an active, innovative research program. Teaching may include bioinformatics, computational biology, or biological data analysis. The appointment also includes institutional service and research institute leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop innovative academic research in computational biology
- Teach courses aligned with computational expertise




- Provide undergraduate mentorship and research opportunities
- Develop the institute's strategic vision and research community
- Serve as director of the interdisciplinary research institute

Requirements:

- PhD in biological sciences or a related discipline
- Large-scale biological data experience
- Commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship
- Solid potential for external research funding success
- Robust communication and relationship-building skills

Shape bioinformatics research, teaching, and interdisciplinary institute development through MacEwan University's emerging CRC appointment.

📌 Canada Research Chair Bioinformatics (Edmonton)
🏢 MacEwan University
📍 Edmonton