Université de Montréal: Materials Chemistry

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Assistant Professor in the area of materials chemistry
Department of Chemistry
Faculté des arts et des sciences

The Department of Chemistry is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor who specializes in the area of material science.

Responsibilities
The appointed candidate will be expected to develop an outstanding research program in the context of global competitiveness, teach at all three levels of the curriculum, supervise graduate students, engage in ongoing research and publication, and contribute to the academic life and reputation of the University.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in chemistry and post-doctoral training
• Strong research expertise in the area of energy science
• University level teaching ability and excellent communication skills     
• Ability to develop an active and original high level research program     
• Excellent publication track record
• An adequate knowledge of the French written and spoken language or a strong commitment to mastering the proficiency level required, in accordance to Université de Montréal’s Language Policy. An institutional learning support program is offered to all professors wishing to learn French or improve their communication skills.

How to submit your application
The application must include the following documents:

• a cover letter
• application must include in the covert letter one of the following statements : “ I am a citizen / permanent resident of Canada.” or “ I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.” a curriculum vitae
• a research proposal
• a letter describing the teaching philosophy (max. 1 page)
• copies of recent publications and research

Three letters of recommendation are also to be sent directly to the department chair by the referees.
Application and letters of recommendation must be sent by email to Professor André Charette, chair of the Department of Chemistry:

Professeur André B. Charette
Faculté des arts et des sciences, Département de Chimie, UdeM
Téléphone : (514) 343-6730
Courriel : andre.charette@umontreal.ca
Site Web : www.chimie.umontreal.ca

Additional information about the position

Reference number: FAS 09-19/11
Application deadline: Until novembre 29th 2019 inclusively
Salary: Université de Montréal offers competitive salaries and a full range of benefits
Starting date: On or after June 1st 2020

Université de Montréal is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. Through its Equal Access Employment Program, UdeM invites women, Aboriginal people, visible and ethnical minorities, as well as persons with disabilities to send their application. We will –confidentially – adapt our recruitment mechanisms to the specific needs of people with disabilities who request it. We also welcome applications from candidates of all orientations and sexual identities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

Université de Montréal’s application process allows all members of the Professor’s Assembly to review the application files submitted. If you wish to keep your application confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.