Polymer Chemistry, Assistant Professor - Waterloo, Canada - University of Waterloo

University of Waterloo

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Polymer Chemistry - Tenure-Track Assistant Professor - Department of Chemistry,
University of Waterloo
The Department of Chemistry in
scholars and researchers for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant
Professor in any area of Polymer Chemistry with an anticipated start date
of
January
1, 2024. An earlier start date is
negotiable. In exceptional cases, an appointment at the rank of
Associate Professor or Full Professor will be considered.
Creative
scientists with a strong commitment to excellence in research, teaching and
service are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have outstanding training and
demonstrated excellence in polymer chemistry or a closely related discipline. A PhD in Chemistry or an equivalent discipline, as well as
postdoctoral experience, is required.
expected to establish an internationally recognized, independent research group
including supervision and mentoring of graduate students, and be able to
develop collaborations with researchers at Waterloo and internationally. Our
interdisciplinary and collaborative department includes 42 faculty, and active,
innovative programs shared with other departments in the Faculties of Science,
Mathematics, Health and Engineering, as well as other universities around the
world. Our faculty are key members of interdisciplinary research centres such
as the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology, the Institute for Polymer
Research, the Water Institute, the Interdisciplinary Centre on Climate Change,
and the Centre for Bioengineering & Biotechnology.
able to provide evidence of potential to develop and deliver introductory and advanced
courses in polymer chemistry and related areas in the Department's programs at
both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
The University of Waterloo is
located in the vibrant and friendly two-university Region of Waterloo
(population 550,000) in southwestern Ontario, approximately 100 km from
Toronto. We are centrally positioned relative to other universities with strong
research profiles. The University of Waterloo and the Waterloo region are
established leaders in innovation and entrepreneurial culture, affording a
myriad of collaborative opportunities. Together, Waterloo and Toronto form a
highly successful "tech corridor".
Additional information about the
The salary range of this position
at the Assistant Professor rank is $105,000 to $125,000 per year.
Applications received by April 15, 2023 will be given full consideration.
filled. Application
a cover letter explaining how your
expertise and proposed research fit this position (addressed to Dr. John F. Corrigan, Chair of Chemistry),
curriculum vitae, a research proposal of up to 5 pages (plus 2 for references),
a teaching and mentoring statement including how you will contribute to an
equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment (maximum of 2
pages), up to 5 samples of recent research publications,
from our system to upload letters for you via a link provided to them.

The University of Waterloo acknowledges
that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral,
Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the
Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on
each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place
across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community
The University values the diverse and intersectional
identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards
equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is
committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks
applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion.
disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as Indigenous
peoples (e.g., First Nations, Métis, Inuit/Inuk), Black, racialized, people
with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
The University of Waterloo is committed
to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have
If you have any questions regarding the
contact Janice
to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.