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University of Manitoba Assistant Professor Vacancy Job Details: Position Description, Qualification, Responsibilities, and How to Apply.
Position Description
The Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, in the Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba (UM), is seeking an outstanding individual to fill a full-time, probationary (tenure-track) or tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor.
The rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, as determined by the University of Manitoba Faculty Association collective agreement. Preference will be given to individuals working in any field related to cancer biology.
The successful candidate will develop a nationally-funded research program in cancer biology that complements the Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics’ research strengths in stem cells, genomics, cancer biology, and bioinformatics and will teach in the area of genetics and/or biochemistry.
The position could begin as early as September 1, 2024, or as negotiated. The salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally funded research program
The candidate will also be expected to teach within the Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics and the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the undergraduate and graduate student levels and contribute to service activities within the department, the university, and the wider scholarly community.
A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice is also expected.
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Qualifications:
Applicants with expertise in cancer biology and a basic knowledge of genetics and/or biochemistry are encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to applicants with a research program suitable for both health and fundamental science grant funding. Candidates should hold a PhD with at least 3 years of relevant postgraduate experience.
Candidates must have an excellent research record, as evidenced by impactful publications; the potential to secure competitive extramural peer-reviewed grants; a history of mentoring; and a history of effective and productive collaboration.
The potential for a strong linkage between the candidate’s research program and the activities of one or more faculty members in the Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics and the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is desired.
How to Apply
The University of Manitoba Assistant Professor Vacancy is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion, and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the university and the larger community, including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual, and other diverse sexual identities).
An inclusive, open, and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences’ commitment to equity, access, and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures, including implicit bias training for all hiring panels.
We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels, shortlist of candidates, interviews). The university acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions and personal circumstances can have on an applicant’s record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves are taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process.
We encourage you to identify aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently underrepresented viewpoints, expertise, and forms of excellence to this role.
If you require accommodation support during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note that this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit, preferably as a single PDF, the following materials:
1) cover letter (maximum of two pages),
2) one-page personal statement on their contributions to and reflections on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in terms of teaching, research, service, and/or other experiences,
3) curriculum vitae (including detailed history of student and trainee mentorship as well as teaching activities),
4) maximum three-page outline of independent research program, and
5) a one-page teaching philosophy that includes subject areas of expertise, and
Applications should be addressed to Dr. Jeffrey Wigle, Chair of the Selection Committee, Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics, and sent by email to Simone.Matulis@umanitoba.ca
The review of applications will begin on March 31, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled per the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.
Job Location
Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, University of Manitoba, Canada
Resumption date
Sep 1, 2024
Job type
Permanent full-time employee
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