Department of Biology - Thunder Bay, Canada - Lakehead University

    Lakehead University
    Lakehead University Thunder Bay, Canada

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    Department of Biology

    Category: Tenure Track Faculty PositionsCampus: Thunder BayApplication Deadline: Thursday, May 30, - 11:59pm

    Application Deadline: May 30,

    Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies
    Department of Biology

    Reference #SES--25-04

    Lakehead University, Thunder Bay Campus, invites applications for one tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies, Department of Biology. The academic rank of the appointment will be commensurate with the qualifications of the successful candidate. The position will commence on August 1, .

    The Department of Biology at Lakehead University invites applications for a tenure track faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in the molecular evolution of plants. The individual will establish a dynamic and externally funded program of research at Lakehead University's Thunder Bay campus. The successful candidate will have interest and expertise in teaching courses in basic and advanced genetics, Indigenous ethnobotany, and supervise graduate and undergraduate research students in their field of interest. The Department of Biology has one of the largest undergraduate enrolments on campus. The anticipated start date is August 1, .

    For consideration, candidates will have (at the time of appointment):

  • An earned Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from a recognized Ph.D. granting institution, ideally with relevant postdoctoral research experience;
  • A successful track record of high-quality research, and research communication through both traditional and non-traditional venues;
  • A demonstrated commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels;
  • Desire and ability to help build enrollment at the undergraduate and graduate levels through recruitment of students to conduct research;
  • Experience with experiential learning and online or alternative modes of course delivery is highly desired.

    • Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. Our campuses are located in Thunder Bay on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of and in Orillia on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, and Rama First Nation. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses and is committed to a relationship with Métis and Inuit and First Nations peoples. Lakehead has approximately 10, students and 2, faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its nine faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, and Faculty of Law.