Si vous êtes un citoyen d'un pays non membre de l'UE/EEE titulaire d'un baccalauréat, d'une maîtrise ou d'un doctorat, ou si vous avez mené des recherches scientifiques et que vous aspirez à lancer votre carrière aux Pays-Bas, le permis de séjour pour l'année d'orientation, également connu sous le nom de le visa de demandeur d'emploi des Pays-Bas 2023 est votre clé d'opportunité. Ce visa vous donne la liberté d'explorer des perspectives d'emploi ou même de démarrer votre propre entreprise aux Pays-Bas.

Conditions d'éligibilité au visa de demandeur d'emploi des Pays-Bas :

Pour être éligible au visa de demandeur d'emploi des Pays-Bas, vous devez répondre à l'un des critères suivants :

1. Vous n'avez jamais détenu de permis de séjour pour recherche d'emploi aux Pays-Bas après avoir terminé les mêmes études, programme de doctorat ou recherche scientifique.
2. Vous avez suivi un programme de licence ou de maîtrise accrédité aux Pays-Bas au cours des trois dernières années.
3. Vous avez obtenu une maîtrise, un post-master ou un doctorat d'un établissement d'enseignement étranger désigné au cours des trois dernières années.
4. Vous avez déjà détenu un permis de séjour aux Pays-Bas à des fins de recherche scientifique ou en tant que migrant de connaissances à des fins de recherche scientifique au cours des trois dernières années.
5. Vous avez obtenu un master dans le cadre d'un master Erasmus Mundus au cours des trois dernières années.
6. Vous avez effectué une étude liée à la loi sur la politique culturelle ou à la politique de coopération au développement du ministère néerlandais des Affaires étrangères au cours des trois dernières années.
7. Vous avez suivi au cours des trois dernières années une formation supérieure désignée par arrêté ministériel.

Durée:

Votre année d'orientation aux Pays-Bas 12 mois, ce qui vous laisse suffisamment de temps pour explorer les opportunités de carrière, créer votre propre entreprise ou vous engager dans des activités de recherche d'emploi.

Documents requis:

1. Copie de votre passeport, comprenant les pages avec les données d'identité et les cachets de voyage (hors pages vides).
2. Annexe 'Certificat d'Antécédents' complétée et signée.
3. Annexe « Déclaration d'intention de subir un test de dépistage de la tuberculose » complétée et signée (le cas échéant).
4. Documents démontrant votre éligibilité à l'année d'orientation, y compris les détails des cours suivis au cours des trois dernières années et vos résultats.

Processus de demande de visa de demandeur d'emploi aux Pays-Bas 2023

1. Soumettez votre candidature : Pour commencer votre voyage, soumettez votre candidature accompagnée des frais requis. Veuillez noter que vous aurez besoin d'un permis de séjour provisoire (MVV) pour entrer aux Pays-Bas. Le MVV est un autocollant apposé sur votre passeport par le représentant néerlandais.
2. Instructions de paiement : Après avoir soumis votre demande, vous recevrez des instructions sur la manière d'effectuer les paiements des frais nécessaires.
3. Décision dans les 90 jours : Les autorités néerlandaises traitent généralement les demandes dans un délai de 90 jours.
4. Récupérez votre MVV : Une fois votre demande approuvée, vous recevrez votre MVV. Ceci est votre billet pour entrer aux Pays-Bas.
5. À votre arrivée : une fois votre candidature retenue, votre voyage ne s'arrête pas là. Tu devrais:
   • Récupérez votre titre de séjour.
   • Inscrivez-vous auprès de la municipalité.
   • Effectuez un test de tuberculose.
   • Assurance maladie sécurisée.

Pour des informations plus détaillées sur le processus de demande, visitez le site Web officiel du visa de demandeur d'emploi pour les Pays-Bas :

 Visa de demandeur d'emploi pour les Pays-Bas.

If you are a citizen of a non-EU/EEA country with a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree, or if you have conducted scientific research and aspire to launch your career in Netherlands Orientation Year Residence Permit, also known as the Netherlands Job Seeker Visa 2023 is your key to opportunity. This visa gives you the freedom to explore job prospects or even start your own business in the Netherlands.

Netherlands Job Seeker Visa Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for the Netherlands jobseeker visa, you must meet one of the following criteria:

1. You have never held a residence permit for job search in the Netherlands after completing the same studies, doctoral program or scientific research.
2. You have completed an accredited bachelor's or master's program in the Netherlands within the last three years.
3. You have obtained a master's degree, post-master's degree or doctorate from a designated foreign educational institution within the last three years.
4. You have already held a residence permit in the Netherlands for the purposes of scientific research or as a knowledge migrant for the purposes of scientific research within the last three years.
5. You have obtained a master's degree as part of an Erasmus Mundus master's degree in the last three years.
6. You have carried out a study related to the Cultural Policy Act or the development cooperation policy of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the last three years.
7. You have completed higher education training designated by ministerial decree over the last three years.

Duration:

Your orientation year in the Netherlands lasts 12 months, giving you ample time to explore career opportunities, start your own business, or engage in job search activities.

Required documents:

1. Copy of your passport, including pages with identity data and travel stamps (excluding empty pages).
2. Annex 'Certificate of Background' completed and signed.
3. Annex “Declaration of intention to undergo a tuberculosis screening test” completed and signed (if applicable).
4. Documents demonstrating your eligibility for the orientation year, including details of courses taken in the last three years and your results.

Netherlands Job Seeker Visa Application Process 2023

1. Submit your application:  To begin your journey, submit your application along with the required fees. Please note that you will need a provisional residence permit (MVV) to enter the Netherlands. The MVV is a sticker placed on your passport by the Dutch representative.
2. Payment Instructions:  After submitting your application, you will receive instructions on how to make the necessary fee payments.
3. Decision within 90 days:  Dutch authorities generally process applications within 90 days.
4. Collect your MVV:  Once your application is approved, you will receive your MVV. This is your ticket to enter the Netherlands.
5. Upon arrival:  once your application is accepted, your journey does not end there. You should:
   • Recover your residence permit.
   • Register with the municipality.
   • Take a tuberculosis test.
   • Secure health insurance.

For more detailed information on the application process, visit the official Netherlands Job Seeker Visa website:

 Job seeker visa for the Netherlands.

Tsinghua University (THU) offers Master's and Doctoral degree programs to international students in 44 schools and departments. Among them, more than 30 Master's degree programs and Doctoral degree programs are offered fully in English, while others are offered fully in Chinese or bilingually in Chinese and English.

Master's degree programs are generally required to be completed in 2-3 years, and Doctoral degree programs in 3-4 years. For students with a Bachelor's degree who move on directly to pursue a Doctoral degree program, the study period is normally 4-5 years.

Required Qualifications of Applicants

1.Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid personal ordinary-type passport.

2.Master's degree program applicants should have a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree to a Bachelor's degree (or above) in China. Doctoral degree program applicants should have a Master's degree or an equivalent degree to a Master's degree (or above) in China.The students who will enroll in 2024 must obtain the nationally recognized bachelor's or master's degree（for the universities of Chinese mainland）or the authentication report issued by Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange,Ministry of Education,P.R.China（CSCSE)(for overseas universities) before THU graduate student registration date of 2024, otherwise the admission qualification is invalid.

*Over 30 schools/departments can accept bachelor degree holders to pursue their doctoral degrees directly. Please see the application requirements on 'Application Instructions for Bachelor's Degree Holders to Pursue Doctoral Degrees' and the 'Catalog of Doctoral Programs for International Students 2024'(The Catalog of Graduate Programs 2024 will be released by each departments and schools gradually. The 2023 Program Catalog is only intended for reference purposes for applicants.)

2.Applicants should be in good health and of good character(meet the physical examination requirements stipulated by the country and THU), be well-behaved and be willing to abide by China's laws and regulations, as well as Tsinghua's rules.

4.Language competence requirements:

The applicant's Chinese or English proficiency should meet the language proficiency requirements announced by relevant schools/departments in the 'Remarks of Application 'of Catalog of Graduate Programs 2024 (The Catalog of Graduate Programs 2024 will be released by each departments and schools gradually. The 2023 Program Catalog is only intended for reference purposes for applicants.)

5.Some programs have specific requirements for applicants' working years, etc. For relevant information, please refer to the remarks in the Catalog and the Admissions Guide of the programs.

Note: The applicant shall carefully check whether he / she meets the application qualification and application requirements (including the application requirements declared by the target school/department/major/program) before applying. The relevant consequences arising from his / her failure to meet the application qualification and application requirements shall be borne by the applicant himself / herself.

How to Apply

Applicants should complete an Online Application (Apply Now) during the designated THU application period. (Exceptions: applicants for Schwarzman Scholars and MBA programs, please apply on the specified websites). Applicants should fill in the application information online, upload the application documents listed below to the Online Application System, and pay the application fee online at the time of submission.

Application Schedule

The application period is generally from September to February of the following year, but the deadline and application batches vary among different departments and schools. Please refer to the "Remarks of Application" in the Catalog for the specified deadline and application arrangements of each department or school or program.

☆The winter break of THU will be from Jan 25,2024 to Feb 21,2024. The application system will still be available during the winter break, but online verification might be delayed due to the vacation. Applicants are therefore recommended to complete their application at least two or three weeks in advance.

Application Documents

Please submit all the documents listed below to the application system:

1.Personal statement

The personal statement should be completed directly in the application system. PhD applicants are also required to upload a brief research experience or research plan.

2.Degree certificate and degree authentication

Master's degree program applicants should submit their Bachelor's degree certificate. Doctoral degree program applicants should submit both their Master's and Bachelor's degree certificates.The degree diploma awarded by overseas universities should be authenticated by Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange,Ministry of Education,P.R.China（CSCSE).The degree diploma awarded by universities of Chinese mainland should be authenticated by Center for Student Services and Development,Ministry of Education,P.R.China（CSSD）.

Applicants who will not graduate before the application deadline shall provide the expected graduation certificate first, and the degree diploma and degree authentication must be submitted before registration. (Applicants who have graduated are required to provide the degree authentication at the same time.)

3.Academic transcript

Master's degree program applicants should submit the academic transcript of their undergraduate study. Doctoral degree program applicants should submit academic transcripts of both graduate and undergraduate studies.Applicants who will not graduate before the application deadline shall provide their current academic transcript.In this case,the completed academic transcript must be submitted before registration.If the uploaded transcript cannot directly show the total GPA score, the GPA certification document issued by the university is also required.

4.Language Proficiency Test score report

For related requirements of HSK score report or English score report,please check the 'Remarks of Application 'of Catalog.Applicants who complete their undergraduate or master's studies in Chinese must provide a certificate issued by the university they graduated from. After obtaining the permission of the applied school/department, they can be exempted from submitting the HSK score certificate.Those who intend to apply for scholarships (such as the Chinese Government Scholarship) must provide corresponding HSK score reports according to the requirements of the scholarship application.

5.Two academic recommendation letters

Academic Recommendation Letters from scholars who hold the title of associate  professor or higher, or senior professionals in a related academic field. Please follow the instructions on the online system for submission of online recommendation letters or upload the recommendation letters signed by references.

6.Passport (personal ordinary-type passport):Passport bio page

Applicants should present bio page of personal ordinary-type passport. Those who previously held Chinese nationality and subsequently acquired foreign nationality are required to provide certificate of cancelled Chinese household registration (Hukou) and certificate of naturalized citizenship of other countries.

7.Some programs may require additional application documents; please check the 'Remarks of Application 'of the catalog or the program admission brochures.

8.For information on the required documents for Bachelor degree holders who wish to pursue Doctoral degrees, please see the 'Application Instructions for Bachelor's Degree Holders to Pursue Doctoral Degrees'.

Note：Use the online application to apply. The online application system offers tools for collecting and submitting some, but not all of ,the documents and information required for application.

Application Remarks

1.Applicants are required to submit scanned images of all required documents at the time of application. All uploaded documents should be in Chinese or in English; otherwise notarial translations in Chinese or English are required. Once translated, the original documents and certified translations should be submitted together to the application system.

2.Please scan the original or notarized application documents in color using a scanner. Images captured by mobile phone or camera are not acceptable. Scans of copies are also not acceptable.

3.For inquiries regarding program details, application for supervisors and the'Remarks of Application'in the catalog, please contact the applying department or program office directly. For personal information of supervisors, please check on the departments'/ schools'websites.

4.The application fee must be paid at the time the application is submitted. (It cannot be covered by the Chinese Government Scholarship). Please apply online and pay the application fee in a safe place. THU is not responsible for any losses caused by your own operation errors or the leakage of your online payment account and password. Please consider carefully before paying the application fee online. If you cannot finish the application due to various reasons, the paid application fee will not be refunded. Regardless of whether the application is successful or not, the application fee is not refundable.

5.Applications with incomplete documents or without application fee payment will not be processed.Applicants should take the initiative to understand the application procedures and application requirements before applying. The applicant will be responsible for any consequences arising from failure to complete the application process as required.

6.THU has the right to require applicants to provide original application materials or authentication documents issued by a designated institution for further inspection.

7.As some countries' higher education systems are very different from the Chinese system, applicants from different education systems should refer to THU’s online application website for reference.Click here

8.None of the above application documents will be returned.

9.If the higher-level department issues a new policy, THU will make corresponding adjustments.

10.Applicants must ensure that the application information,application materials,degree certificate and degree authentication provided are true and accurate. If the admissions unit or certification department verifies that anything in the application is not true, the application, admission or study qualification will be cancelled.

11.Applicants who are found to be in breach of academic ethics, professional ethics, honesty and trustworthiness, discipline and law-abiding，etc., will not be admitted or admission/study qualification will be cancelled after this breach has been verified.

12.The relevant information, documents and messages that the THU Graduate Admissions Office and relevant departments / schools publish or send to applicants through websites, phone calls, emails, text messages, etc. are deemed to have been delivered. All consequences caused by the applicant’s personal negligence and other reasons shall be borne by the applicant himself/herself.

Evaluation and Admission

THU admits students based on evaluation of their application documents together with a comprehensive assessment. The application materials are reviewed by an expert group of the relevant departments / schools, and the candidates for the comprehensive assessment will be selected based on the review results. The comprehensive assessment is generally based on interviews. The specific content, format, requirements and time arrangements are determined by each department / school and will be notified to applicants who enter the comprehensive assessment.

Tsinghua University comprehensively considers the results of material review,comprehensive assessment and other factors, selects the best candidates, and determines the admission list . A Certificate of Admission and the appendix will be issued by THU after the final admission result is released. Prior to this, applicants may check their admission status via the Application System.(For Schwarzman Scholars and MBA programs' applicants, please check the respective programs' websites).

Scholarships

At present, Tsinghua University mainly provides the following scholarships for outstanding prospective full-time international graduate students.

Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS): The Full CGS usually covers tuition fees, free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy, stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance. The Partial CGS includes one or a few items covered by the Full CGS.

Tuition Scholarship: For example, the Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students, covers full or partial tuition fees with a duration of one academic year. Applicants may apply for Tuition Scholarships annually (competitive).

For further information about scholarships, please click on'Financial Aid'on the Graduate Admission Website.

Accommodation

Due to limited accommodation on campus, dormitory application must be made online on a first come first served basis. On-campus dormitories can only be reserved for full-time international graduate students who successfully apply for rooms online. Those who fail to make it need to find off-campus accommodation by themselves.

Detailed information regarding THU life, accommodation, student activities, visas and residence permit application, as well as other useful information, is available on the International Students & Scholars Center website.http://is.tsinghua.edu.cn

Visa Application and Registration

Admitted students should apply for a student visa (X1 visa) at the Embassy or Consulate of the People's Republic of China in their home country. To apply, students should provide their personal ordinary-type passport, Admission Notice and its Appendix, Visa Application for Study in China (JW201/JW202), and Physical Examination Record for Foreigners (applicants should confirm with the Chinese embassy/consulate for specific requirements).

Students must enter China with an ordinary-type passport (nationality and personal information must be consistent with the passport information as applying) and X1 visa, and must apply for a Residence Permit within 30 days after arrival in China. Students are required to arrive at Tsinghua University and complete their university registration during the dates indicated in the admission package.

Normally, registration is held in late August or early September. All students should present the required original degree certificates, and submit the degree authentication issued by THU designated institutions upon registration at Tsinghua University for enrollment qualification review. Students who fail the enrollment qualification review will be disqualified from enrollment and study at Tsinghua University.

Costs (Unit: RMB Yuan)

(1) Application Fee: RMB 800

(2) Tuition Fees of Graduate Programs: Tuition Fees 2024 will be released gradually.（ Tuition Fees 2023 only for reference purposes for applicants.)

(3) Accidental Injury and Hospitalization Insurance: RMB 800/year

(4) Accommodation fee of student dormitories on Tsinghua campus, Beijing: RMB 40/day per person for double rooms, RMB 30/day per person for triple rooms. For accommodation on Tsinghua Shenzhen campus, please consult the Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School.

Complaint

Applicant who has any objection to the admissions process of the school/department, may file a complaint to the school/department in written form. The school/department should accept the complaint and respond. If the complainant disagrees with the reply, the complainant may appeal to the Graduate Admissions Office.

Contact Information

Graduate Admissions Office, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084 P. R. China

Tel: +86-10-62781380 Email:grad@tsinghua.edu.cn

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C'est une bonne nouvelle si vous recherchez un emploi. Les usines de différentes provinces et villes comme Toronto, Ontario, Calgary, Scarborough, Brampton et Edmonton ont besoin de travailleurs. Ce guide vous aidera à comprendre comment obtenir l'un de ces emplois au Canada en tant qu'ouvrier d'usine en 2023.

Emplois d'ouvriers d'usine au Canada 2023 - Guide étape par étape

Étape 1 : Vérifiez si vous êtes admissible

Avant de commencer à chercher un emploi, il est important de voir si vous répondez aux exigences de base pour les postes d'ouvrier d'usine au Canada :

• Compétences linguistiques : bien que connaître l'anglais ou le français soit bénéfique, de nombreux postes d'ouvriers d'usine ne demandent pas explicitement de tests de langue comme l'IELTS. Consultez des offres d'emploi spécifiques pour connaître les exigences linguistiques.
• Éducation : Habituellement, vous devez avoir un diplôme d'études secondaires ou quelque chose de similaire.
• Condition physique : le travail en usine peut être physiquement exigeant, vous devez donc être en forme et résilient.
• Expérience professionnelle : Bien que certains emplois préfèrent l'expérience, beaucoup n'exigent pas que vous ayez travaillé auparavant.
• Exigences légales : Assurez-vous que vous êtes autorisé à travailler au Canada conformément aux lois nationales du travail.

Étape 2 : Trouver des offres d'emploi

Visitez le site Web du Guichet emploi canadien pour découvrir les postes d'ouvrier d'usine disponibles. Vous y trouverez divers titres d'emploi comme aide d'usine, ouvrier, ouvrier d'emballage, ouvrier de fabrication, et plus encore.

Postuler pour des emplois d'ouvrier d'usine au Canada

Étape 3 : Vérifiez les offres d’emploi

Parcourez les offres d'emploi et choisissez les postes qui correspondent à vos compétences et préférences. Notez les détails tels que le lieu de travail, le salaire et s'il s'agit d'un travail à temps plein ou à temps partiel.

Étape 4 : postuler à un emploi

Une fois que vous avez trouvé des offres appropriées, cliquez sur chaque titre de poste pour connaître les détails de la candidature. Suivez les instructions de l'employeur, impliquant généralement la soumission de votre curriculum vitae et de votre lettre de motivation.

Étape 5 : Découvrez les avantages

Les travailleurs d'usine au Canada bénéficient généralement d'avantages sociaux compétitifs, tels que :

• Avantages en matière d’assurance, de santé et de bien-être.
• Prestations d'indemnisation des accidents du travail.
• Des primes telles que des primes de performance, des heures supplémentaires et des primes annuelles d'entreprise.

Ces avantages varient selon l'employeur et sont conformes aux lois du travail et aux politiques de l'entreprise en vigueur.

Étape 6 : Préparez-vous pour les entretiens

Si votre candidature est retenue, préparez-vous aux entretiens en faisant des recherches sur l'entreprise, en comprenant les exigences spécifiques du poste et en pratiquant les questions d'entretien courantes.

Étape 7 : Recevoir l'EIMT

Si l'employeur décide de vous embaucher, il demandera une étude d'impact sur le marché du travail (EIMT) pour démontrer que l'embauche d'un travailleur étranger ne nuira pas au marché du travail canadien. C'est généralement l'employeur qui le fait.

Étape 8 : Demander un permis de travail

Avec une EIMT positive, demandez un permis de travail. L'EIMT confirme qu'une offre d'emploi vous attend au Canada.

Étape 9 : Arriver au Canada

Une fois votre permis de travail approuvé, planifiez votre voyage au Canada et commencez votre emploi d'ouvrier d'usine.

Étape 10 : Commencez à travailler

À votre arrivée, commencez votre poste d'ouvrier d'usine et profitez au maximum des avantages et des opportunités offerts par votre employeur.

This is good news if you are looking for a job. Factories in different provinces and cities like Toronto, Ontario, Calgary, Scarborough, Brampton and Edmonton need workers. This guide will help you understand how to get one of these jobs in Canada as a factory worker in 2023.

Factory Worker Jobs in Canada 2023 – Step by Step Guide

Step 1: Check if you qualify

Before you start looking for a job, it is important to see if you meet the basic requirements for factory worker positions in Canada:

• Language skills:  Although knowing English or French is beneficial, many factory worker positions do not explicitly ask for language tests like IELTS. Check specific job postings for language requirements.
• Education:  Usually you must have a high school diploma or something similar.
• Physical Fitness:  Factory work can be physically demanding, so you need to be fit and resilient.
• Work Experience:  Although some jobs prefer experience, many do not require you to have worked previously.
• Legal requirements:  Make sure you are authorized to work in Canada in accordance with national labor laws.

Step 2: Find job offers

Visit the Canadian Job Bank website to discover available factory worker positions. Here you will find various job titles like factory helper, laborer, packaging worker, manufacturing worker, and more.

Apply for Factory Worker Jobs in Canada

Step 3: Check job postings

Parcourez les offres d'emploi et choisissez les postes qui correspondent à vos compétences et préférences. Notez les détails tels que le lieu de travail, le salaire et s'il s'agit d'un travail à temps plein ou à temps partiel.

Étape 4 : postuler à un emploi

Une fois que vous avez trouvé des offres appropriées, cliquez sur chaque titre de poste pour connaître les détails de la candidature. Suivez les instructions de l'employeur, impliquant généralement la soumission de votre curriculum vitae et de votre lettre de motivation.

Étape 5 : Découvrez les avantages

Les travailleurs d'usine au Canada bénéficient généralement d'avantages sociaux compétitifs, tels que :

• Avantages en matière d’assurance, de santé et de bien-être.
• Prestations d'indemnisation des accidents du travail.
• Des primes telles que des primes de performance, des heures supplémentaires et des primes annuelles d'entreprise.

Ces avantages varient selon l'employeur et sont conformes aux lois du travail et aux politiques de l'entreprise en vigueur.

Étape 6 : Préparez-vous pour les entretiens

Si votre candidature est retenue, préparez-vous aux entretiens en faisant des recherches sur l'entreprise, en comprenant les exigences spécifiques du poste et en pratiquant les questions d'entretien courantes.

Étape 7 : Recevoir l'EIMT

Si l'employeur décide de vous embaucher, il demandera une étude d'impact sur le marché du travail (EIMT) pour démontrer que l'embauche d'un travailleur étranger ne nuira pas au marché du travail canadien. C'est généralement l'employeur qui le fait.

Étape 8 : Demander un permis de travail

With a positive LMIA, apply for a work permit. The LMIA confirms that you have a job offer waiting for you in Canada.

Step 9: Arrive in Canada

Once your work permit is approved, plan your trip to Canada and start your job as a factory worker.

Step 10: Start working

Upon arrival, begin your position as a factory worker and make the most of the benefits and opportunities offered by your employer.

Are you an ambitious researcher looking for your next challenge? Do you have an established background in food colloid science and interests in designing novel plant protein-based formulations with optimized mouthfeel and health benefits to develop sustainable food products? Are you interested to explore the innovation potential of a scientific discovery to bring the research to marketplace by working with food industry stakeholders? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities?

We are looking for an Innovate UK-funded Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a highly dynamic, interdisciplinary team; focusing on surface science techniques and friction force measurements to investigate lubrication of plant protein-based fibre-rich formulations. You will actively collaborate with experts in the School of Food Science and Nutrition from colloid science and microbiology and with commercial food industrial stakeholders (large as well as small-scale industries).

You will work on designing new plant protein-based lubricant formulations and test their technical feasibility in commercial fibre-rich food formulations. This will involve integrating macroscale friction force measurements, surface science knowledge, advanced imaging and other colloid science techniques to gain mechanistic information on the nature of the processes occurring in complex human oral mucosa. In particular, you will conduct research on biological tissues, such as mucins from animal origin as well as plant proteins and fibres that are widely used in sustainable food formulations.

You will have a PhD (or have submitted your final thesis) in Food Colloid Science, Soft Matter, Biophysics, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, and extensive knowledge and experience of force measurement and surface modification. You will also have a positive approach to collaborative research and the drive to make a significant contribution to make this ground breaking project a success.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Prof Anwesha Sarkar, Professor of Colloids and Surfaces

Email: A.Sarkar@leeds.ac.uk

University of Windsor

Position # 002517TT-2024-CHE

The University of Windsor’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, in the Faculty Science seeks applications for a tenure-track position, at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of Biophysical Chemistry or Physical Biochemistry  commencing as early as July 1, 2024.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs of study in chemistry and biochemistry. Faculty members have active research programs in a variety of areas, which include synthetic inorganic and organic chemistry, materials science, surface science, solid-state chemistry, biological and biophysical chemistry. For more information about the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, visit our website at http://www.uwindsor.ca/chemistry.

Essential Qualifications:

Individuals with a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry or a related area with a strong physical chemistry background, preferably supported by postdoctoral experience and a strong track record of publications and scientific advancements in chemistry/biochemistry research, are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to: i) develop a vibrant research program supported by external funding; ii) lead a productive research group in the Chemistry and Biochemistry department, with a focus on biophysical chemistry or physical biochemistry and the active mentoring of B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. students; iii) teach courses in physical chemistry, biochemistry, and related topics at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

This hire aligns with the bold imperatives of the University of Windsor strategic plan, Aspire: Together for Tomorrow, ratified Spring 2023.  The University embraces a people-first philosophy grounded in a culture of academic excellence and deep belonging.  Among key strategic priorities are advancing the journey towards truth and reconciliation; building a just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive, university; ensuring a high-quality teaching, learning, and student experience; engaging in impactful research, scholarship, and creative activity; fostering a safe, welcoming, and sustainable campus; and engaging in local and global partnerships. The University has already made significant strides on many of these key files, and we are seeking applicants interested in working alongside us to advance them even further. Driven by the University’s commitment to anti-racism, the Black Studies Institute was established in 2023 supported by a historic cohort hiring initiative that has brought thirteen Black scholars to UWindsor across several of our faculties. The recent cohort of new faculty joining the University (over 50) is among the most diverse in our history.

Our campus is situated on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations: the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomi.  We are making steady progress on the Indigenization of academic programming, an Indigenous Strategic plan, and a cohort hire of Indigenous faculty in 2018-19 followed by additional hiring. Our students mirror the extraordinary cultural richness of our region, one of the most diverse in all of Canada. And we have strong global partnerships and commitments, which are reflected in the increasing number of graduate and undergraduate students we attract from across the world. The University is a signatory to the Scarborough Charter, participates in the Federal 50/30 Challenge, and endorses the Government of Canada’s Dimensions Charter.

The University of Windsor is a Canadian public, comprehensive research university enrolling over 16,000 students, including 5700 graduate students. It offers more than 280 academic programs and certificates, including 70 masters and doctoral degrees across its nine faculties: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; Business; Education; Engineering; Graduate Studies; Human Kinetics; Law; Nursing; and Science. It also houses a medical program through the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University. Tenured and tenure-track faculty number about 600. 

Application Requirements:

• a letter of application, including a statement confirming eligibility to work in Canada;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a one-page statement of commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Decolonization (up to 1 page);
• a two (2) page outline of research interests and accomplishments;
• a draft NSERC Discovery Grant research proposal (up to 5 pages);
• samples of scholarly writing, including (if applicable) clear indications of your contribution to any jointly authored pieces;
• a teaching dossier or portfolio demonstrating potential for or evidence of teaching effectiveness and excellence that will include sample course syllabi/outlines, teaching evaluations, and a statement of teaching philosophy and interests (resources and templates for completing a teaching dossier can be found at https://www.uwindsor.ca/ctl/502/teaching-dossiers);
• official graduate transcripts or evidence of highest degree; and
• three (3) contacts for references. These referees will be contacted only for shortlisted candidates.

The short-listed candidates may be invited to provide further information in support of their applications. To ensure full consideration, complete an online application (http://www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions) found on the job advertisement by October 27, 2023. Applications may be considered after the deadline date; however, acceptance of late submissions is at the discretion of the appointments committee.

Any questions may be sent to:

Dr Drew Marquardt, Acting Department Head Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Phone: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 2289 Email: chembiohead@uwindsor.ca

In pursuit of the University's commitment to employment equity, members from the designated groups (women, Indigenous/Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) persons, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.

For an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Faculty Recruitment Coordinator (recruit@uwindsor.ca). Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility (http://www.uwindsor.ca/ohrea).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus)

The Department of Linguistics in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus) invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position in syntax at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date for this position is on or after July 15, 2024.

Duties Duties include maintaining an active program of research, teaching courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, supervision of graduate students, participation in the collegial governance of the department and the university and service to the academic community.

Qualifications A PhD in linguistics or closely related field is required. However, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD.

The successful candidate must be a specialist in syntax with additional expertise in experimental approaches to language processing or acquisition, and/or documentation and analysis of Indigenous and underrepresented languages.  We welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the existing research strengths in the Department as well as complement those strengths in new ways. They must have demonstrated excellence in research through a proven record of publications, conference presentations and/or other forms of knowledge dissemination.

ccessful candidate must also have demonstrated ability to teach courses in syntax and their specific areas of expertise at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as introductory courses in general linguistics and other courses that intersect with syntax.

Applications Preference will be given to complete applications received by November 30, 2023, but we will continue to accept applications beyond that date until the position is filled.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness, research delays due to COVID-19) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community. SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, specifically Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates who belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply; however, only those eligible to be appointed to the rank will be considered.

The application must include the following:

• Cover letter summarizing the applicant’s experience, qualifications, and interest in the position
• Current CV
• Research statement
• Teaching portfolio

Candidates selected for interviews will be asked to arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent to the Department. Applications should be submitted electronically to lingasst@sfu.ca  in PDF format only as a single file.

About SFU

Simon Fraser University is in the top ten research universities in Canada and has ranked first in Maclean’s Comprehensive category for many years. Located in Metro Vancouver, SFU has three campuses, which are located on the unceded traditional territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxw̱ú7mesh (Squamish), səlidlw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓ícəy̓ (Katzie), kwikwəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), qʼwa:n̓ƛʼən̓ (Kwantlen), Səmyámə (Semiahmoo), and scə̓waθən (Tsawwassen) Peoples. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create a space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices. Vancouver is consistently rated among the top ten most livable cities in the world.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This position is subject to the availability of funding. Under the authority of the University Act personal information that is required by the University for academic appointment competitions will be collected. For further details see:

http://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/Faculty_Openings/Collection_Notice.html

The University of British Columbia

The Department of Mathematics in the Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver invites all eligible candidates to apply for a full-time, tenure-stream position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 1st, 2024. We are specifically looking for a new colleague working in one or more of the following areas, construed broadly. Exceptional candidates in other areas of mathematics may also be considered.

• Mathematical Physics
• Topology
• Discrete Mathematics

You must hold a PhD or equivalent in mathematics or a related discipline. Postdoctoral experience is normally expected. You should be a creative, innovative scientist, with demonstrated research accomplishments and evidence of commitment to effective teaching.  You will be expected to maintain a dynamic externally funded research program, and to take active roles in teaching and service, as well as supervision of trainees (graduate, undergraduate and postdoctoral researchers). You will have a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, to create a welcoming community for all, particularly those who are historically, persistently or systemically marginalized.

The Department of Mathematics at UBC is recognized as one of the largest and strongest in Canada, with research strengths across many fields of pure and applied mathematics. We have close connections with many other units in the Faculties of Science, Engineering, Medicine, and others on campus, through our extensive teaching and research activities. UBC hosts the headquarters of the Pacific Institute for Mathematical Science (pims.math.ca) which supports mathematical research activities locally and across Western Canada. The Vancouver campus of UBC is situated on traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam).

How to apply:

• Applications must be submitted through MathJobs and include the following:
• Cover letter (typically 1-2 pages) briefly describing your expertise and experience.
• Curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• Research statement (typically 3-5 pages) describing your work to date and future plans.
• Teaching statement (typically 1-2 pages) describing teaching experience, innovation and future plans.
• Diversity statement (1 page) describing your lived background experience (if comfortable), and your past experience and future plans regarding working with a diverse student body, and contributing to a culture of equity and inclusion.
• Four confidential letters of reference (signed and dated, on letterhead, with at least one addressing your teaching), submitted directly by the referees. Point of contact: dca Chair dca-chair@math.ubc.ca 604-822-6985 Department of Mathematics Room 121, 1984 Mathematics Road Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z2 Application to be submitted through https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/UBC/

The closing date for this position is November 30th, 2023.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. Inclusion is built by individual and institutional responsibility through continuous engagement with diversity to inspire people, ideas, and actions for a better world. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuk, or Indigenous person. In assessing applications, UBC recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process. UBC Mathematics does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other personal characteristic.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority, and members of historically marginalized groups will be given special consideration.

Also, within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an inclusive and equitable process for all candidates (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request for applicants who are short-listed by contacting Kylie Prokopetz (kylie.prokopetz@ubc.ca  or 604-822-6985).

The University of British Columbia

The Department of Forest Resources Management, Faculty of Forestry, The University of British Columbia (Vancouver Campus) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor of Teaching rank. The UBC Faculty of Forestry is excited to prepare and offer a new Bachelor of Indigenous Land Stewardship (BILS) program, commencing in September 2024, which is an interdisciplinary, four-year undergraduate program created to prepare students to build and operate comprehensive land stewardship systems that are grounded in Indigenous earth-based land ethics – systems that can operate in complex inter-governmental environments and foster our next generation of land stewards. The program includes innovative and diverse courses in areas such as Indigenous ways of knowing, building strong communities, natural resources, community engagement, holistic resource stewardship, ecology, law and governance, business management, research and data management methods, and community capacity building.

Required Qualifications: The candidate must have a PhD in Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Forestry, or a related area. Consideration will be given to promising applicants who are very near completion of a doctorate degree by the time of appointment. The successful candidate will provide evidence of excellence in, and commitment to, teaching and learning, and enthusiasm for developing and utilizing Indigenized and culturally appropriate teaching pedagogies in diverse multi-cultural settings. Candidates must demonstrate evidence of past Indigenous educational leadership and/or clearly articulated plans for future educational leadership and an ability to bridge world views to yield positive results for all. Experience in course design is required and candidates must also have a strong and demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching at the undergraduate level considered an asset. Professional experience as an Indigenous educator, Indigenous lands and/or research manager or field technician with experience related to Indigenous land stewardship or other closely related fields is also highly desirable. The candidate will be responsible for a range of educational activities and course delivery and should demonstrate outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills and Indigenous cultural competencies through prior experience with similar teaching loads or management of complex projects. Experience in broader curriculum development or other educational initiatives that will advance the University’s ability to excel in its teaching and learning mandate is preferred.

Position Duties:

The successful candidate will design and teach undergraduate courses primarily within this new Bachelor of Indigenous Land Stewardship program as well as undertaking educational leadership activities as an Assistant Professor of Teaching. The successful candidate will provide instruction starting in year 1, in some or all courses on: (i) Decolonization and Natural Resources, (ii) Holistic Resource Stewardship, and (iii) Community Engagement: Principles, Practices, and Protocols. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the candidate will participate in mentoring students and supporting the cohesion of the student cohort. The successful candidate will also be expected to actively contribute to program initiatives to both promote the program and enhance the student

Promotion and tenure in UBC’s Educational Leadership stream is based on teaching, service, and educational leadership. Educational Leadership is broadly defined as activity taken at UBC and elsewhere to advance innovation in teaching and learning and must have impacts that extend beyond one’s classroom (see greater detail regarding educational leadership in Section 3.4.1 of Senior Appointments Committee (SAC) Guide. The successful candidate will therefore be expected to engage in educational leadership activities in consultation with the Program Director.

Application Process:

Applications should include:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• teaching dossier that includes a statement of decolonized and Indigenized teaching philosophy
• one-page statement on envisioned Indigenous educational leadership relevant to the position
• one-page equity, diversity, and inclusion statement emphasizing how the applicant would contribute to the University’s mission of creating a culturally inclusive learning environment and implementation of the UBC Indigenous Strategic Plan
• full contact information for three individuals who can provide reference

Applicants should also indicate in their application if they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Applications should be submitted via Workday JR14671

Deadline for applications is: October 31, 2023. The appointment will start on January 1, 2024, although an alternate start date can be negotiated. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.

University of Minnesota Medical School (Duluth Campus)

The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth Campus https://med.umn.edu/biomedical  is seeking candidates for tenure-track (Assistant Professor) and tenured (Associate) faculty appointments in any area of neuroscience. The department spans a wide range of research questions with a proven dedication to team science and collaborative work and we are expanding neuroscience research. Faculty are expected to establish a productive, extramurally funded, independent research program in a research area that complements activities of current faculty at the University of Minnesota. The successful candidate will also contribute to the department’s educational program at undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels.

For these positions, we are searching for outstanding candidates, regardless of research focus, who will promote synergy across disciplines in our medical school to advance foundational science and discovery as well as preclinical research. Basic scientists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply.

As faculty of the University of Minnesota Medical School, faculty at the Duluth campus have access to all research supporting resources of the University of Minnesota, which include: MnDRIVE initiative, which supports research and translation relevant to neuromodulation for brain conditions; the Institute for Translational Neuroscience, which supports research at the interface between the bench and the bedside; the UMN Viral Vector and Cloning Core, which allows onsite vector production and development; the UMN Genomics Center and the Minnesota Supercomputing Institute, the Center for Magnetic Resonance Research, which is at the forefront of high magnetic field strength imaging in both humans and animals, and the UMN Imaging Center, which is a Nikon Center of Excellence.

The University also offers the Institute for Therapeutics Discovery and Development with the resources and expertise to develop new drug therapies; the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, which provides resources to implement new treatment strategies and is a conduit to promote the community-wide understanding and application of scientific discoveries; Minnesota is also the home of multiple biomedical research companies and world-renowned hospitals.

The University of Minnesota is dedicated to improving diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, and the Department of Biomedical Sciences has developed a number of programs in this area.

Candidates must have a PhD and/or MD degree and must be a US citizen or be able to secure permanent resident status. Candidates with non-traditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applicants should include a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of their research interests and future directions, a DEI statement and names and contact information for three references.

Questions about the positions can be directed to Dr. Yang ymyang@d.umn.edu, chair of the search committee and Dr. Heck heckd@d.umn.edu, chair of the Biomedical Sciences department.

Applicants also need to complete an online application at the link below: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/357606 

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Western University

The Department of Biology in the Faculty of Science at Western University invites applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Global Animal Migration Ecology. The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor with Tenure in the Department of Biology (www.uwo.ca/biology). Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The anticipated start date of the appointment is July 1, 2024, or as negotiated.

The candidate will be nominated by Western University for the Tier 1 CRC in Global Animal Migration Ecology and in keeping with the CRC Tier 1 status of this position, the successful candidate will be expected to focus a greater proportion of their time and efforts on research and research leadership.

Western University is world-leading in the study of animal migration, with faculty from five Departments involved in the Centre for Animals on the Move (CAM: uwo.ca/cam), and world-class facilities including the Advanced Facility for Avian Research (AFAR: birds.uwo.ca/) and the LSIS-AFAR stable isotope lab. Western researchers are heavily involved in the Motus Wildlife Telemetry System (motus.org/). Western is also an international leader in space exploration and Earth observation, offering opportunities for building innovative instruments for animal tracking, physiological measurement, remote sensing, and applying big-data analytics for Earth Observation using animals as biosensors (Western Space: www.space.uwo.ca ).

We seek an established scholar who uses experimental, observational, and/or modelling approaches to address fundamental questions about animal migration and movement. Preferred candidates’ research programs should consider multiple spatial scales, including global or trans-hemispheric scales, in any non-human animal taxa. Preferred candidates should apply innovative methodologies in field and/or lab studies. The ability to leverage local and regional infrastructure, such as the AFAR, LSIS-AFAR, Motus, or Western Space, establish local collaborations, and expand expertise in the CAM will be considered assets.

In accordance with the criteria for a Tier 1 CRC appointment (www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca/) the successful candidate must be an outstanding and innovative world-class researcher who is recognized internationally as a leader in their field. The successful candidate will have a PhD or equivalent, and have demonstrated excellence in research, a record of external research funding, research impact, leadership in collaborative research environments, and high-quality training of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.

Western University recognizes that our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is central to the University’s mandate as a research-intensive institution of higher learning and a community leader. Western understands that our pursuit of research excellence and our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion are mutually supporting. As such, Western is committed to achieving and maintaining an equitable representation amongst our Canada Research Chair holders, as well as within Western’s broader research enterprise. The successful applicant should show evidence of contributing to equity, diversity and inclusion in academia.

Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth to better serve our communities. With a full-time enrolment of 32,000, Western University is a leading research-intensive university with a full range of academic and professional programs. General information about Western can be found at www.uwo.ca. The university campus is in London (www.london.ca), a thriving city with a metropolitan census of 530,000 located midway between Toronto and Detroit. It is proximate to several other leading research institutions which provides additional collaborative opportunities.

Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities, and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package. Further details can be accessed at: http://www.uwo.ca/hr/benefits/your_benefits/faculty.html. Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families.

Western University recognizes the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. Potential candidates are encouraged to explain within their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record, and to submit a full career or extended CV to a chairholder position in cases where they have had career interruptions.

Applicants are required to complete the Application for Full-Time Faculty Position Form available at http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/faculty/Application-FullTime-Faculty-Position-Form.pdf , along with (1) a detailed and current curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter of interest that includes a statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in relation to your teaching and research, (3) a research statement outlining past and current research program contributions, and future plans (no more than three pages) with links to representative publications, and (4) names and contact information of three Academic referees. Note that only the references of candidates that are shortlisted for the position will be contacted to provide reference letters.

Complete application packages are to be submitted as a single PDF file by e-mail to the attention of:

Dr. David Coltman, Professor and Chair Department of Biology The University of Western Ontario London Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada EMAIL: hrbio@uwo.ca

Consideration of applications will begin October 21, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Sherri Fenton at hrbio@uwo.ca .

Posted on Faculty Relations website September 21, 2023. Posting number: 2023-059

Queen's University

The Department of Public Health Sciences in Queen’s Health Sciences at Queen’s University invites applications for a Queen’s National Scholar (QNS) position in Indigenous Health and Aging. The position is a full-time tenure-track/tenured position at Assistant Professor or early Associate Professor rank, with a preferred starting date of July 1, 2024. The QNS in Indigenous Health and Aging is one of seven QNS being recruited this year in support of Queen’s interdisciplinary Indigenous Studies Program and new Major and Joint-Honours in Indigenous Studies. Further information on the Queen’s National Scholar Program can be found on the website of the Office of the Provost and Vice-Principal (Academic) at: https://www.queensu.ca/provost/queens-national-scholars-program

Applicants must be Indigenous persons with clear and demonstrable ties to Indigenous community(ies). In accordance with the Hiring of Indigenous Specific Positions – Interim Policy, applicants will be required to provide documents confirming their Indigenous identity. Shortlisted candidates will have their identity verified prior to being invited to interview and only applicants whose identities have been positively verified will proceed to the interview stage of the hiring process.

The successful candidate should hold the PhD or equivalent degree in epidemiology, public health, or a related discipline, with a focus on Indigenous Health, which should be completed by the appointment start date. Candidates “all but dissertation” (ABD) in their PhD will be considered; however these candidates must include a clear plan for degree completion and transition into a faculty position. In addition to academic qualifications, applicants are encouraged to highlight any relevant lived experiences and traditional knowledge or teachings they bring for the position. The selected applicant is expected to play a major role in enhancing capacity and academic excellence in the interdisciplinary Indigenous Studies Program at Queen’s, and contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs in Health Sciences. The ideal candidate should either have an established independent research program or exhibit a promising research trajectory in the areas of Indigenous health and aging, Indigenous cognitive health and dementia, Indigenous health equity initiatives, and/or community-based learning, knowledge mobilization and knowledge transfer. The impact of certain circumstances that may legitimately affect a nominee’s record of research achievement will be given careful consideration when assessing the nominee’s research productivity. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions. The appointed individual will have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues within the Faculty of Health Sciences and across the university, and will play a pivotal role in foundational instruction within the Indigenous Studies Program.

As a Queen’s National Scholar, the ideal candidate will clearly demonstrate three main attributes:

• Excellence in providing rich and rewarding learning experiences to students;
• Excellence in developing innovative, collaborative or interdisciplinary research programs that align with Queen’s strategic priorities; and
• A demonstrated commitment to the principles of Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility.

Further information on teaching and research priorities at Queen’s is available in the Queen’s Strategy and the Queen’s Strategic Research Plan.

The main criteria for selection are academic and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will provide evidence of high-quality scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research leading to peer assessed publications and the securing of external research funding, as well as strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department’s programs.

Candidates must provide evidence of an ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and student-centred environment. The successful candidate will also be expected to make contributions through service to the department, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

It is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to teaching and/or service opportunities within the Indigenous Studies Program in coordination with their home unit(s). Indigenous Studies at Queen’s (INDG) is hosted by the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures and is anchored in language, cultural, and land-based education. The program launched as a Minor in 2013 and added a Major and Joint-Honours in 2022 and it features a dynamic and growing list of courses from diverse units across the Faculty of Arts & Science. INDG currently has two Indigenous tenure-track faculty members and is overseen by the Indigenous Studies Program Steering Committee, comprised of faculty, staff, students, and community members. The QNS will join a core of people committed to centring Indigenous knowledges and perspectives as INDG continues to grow and flourish. More information is available at https://www.queensu.ca/llcu/academics/academic- plans/indigenous-studies.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended effective May 1, 2022, but the University may reinstate them at any point.

People from across Canada and around the world come to learn, teach and carry out research at Queen’s University. Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. You will also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children. Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave. In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent children in daycare. Details are set out in the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources.

Additional information about Queen’s University can be found on the Faculty Recruitment and Support website. Queen’s University is a leading Canadian medical doctoral institution with over 27,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Millions of dollars of support from SSHRC, NSERC and CIHR support leading-edge research across domains of inquiry. The Office of Indigenous Initiatives builds community, advances reconciliation, and integrates Indigenous ways of knowing and being into the fabric and life of the university.

Researchers at Queen’s have many existing networks with Indigenous communities and researchers locally and from across Turtle Island. The University is situated on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe, in historic Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario. Kingston’s residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life with a wide range of cultural, recreational, and creative opportunities, with access to many natural areas and proximity to vibrant First Nations Communities including Tyendinaga and Akwesasne. Kingston is also home to a vibrant and growing urban Indigenous community, supported by urban Indigenous organizations dedicated to Indigenous cultural revitalization and social support. The city is near Frontenac Provincial Park, the Thousand Islands National Park, and the Frontenac Arch UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The Queen’s University Biological Station, north of the city, encompasses 34 km2 of diverse lands, affording premier learning and research opportunities. Visit Inclusive Queen’s for information on equity, diversity and inclusion resources and initiatives.

Queen’s University has developed a Targeted Hiring Policy and Procedure in accordance with guidelines on Special Programs by the Ontario Human Rights Commission. The Targeted Hiring Policy and Procedure will be applied to fill the QNS in Indigenous Studies position.

In accordance with the University’s Employment Equity Program and pursuant to Section 141 of the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), the QNS in Indigenous Studies is open only to qualified individuals who are Indigenous persons with clear and demonstrable ties to Indigenous community(ies). In accordance with the Hiring of Indigenous Specific Positions – Interim Policy, applicants will be required to provide documents confirming their Indigenous Identity. Shortlisted candidates will have their identity verified prior to being invited to interview and only applicants whose identities have been positively verified will proceed to the interview stage of the hiring process. Recognizing the intersectionality of identities within Indigenous communities, applications from Indigenous candidates who also identify as women, persons with disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ persons will be welcome. All applicants will be invited to self-identify once they have applied; those who wish to be considered under our employment equity provisions are required to self-identify. Self-identification information will be held in confidence by the Human Rights and Equity Office and one member of the hiring committee. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians, permanent residents and Indigenous applicants defined under Section 35(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982 will be given priority.

Queen’s Targeted Hiring Policy and Procedure follows the OHRC’s guidelines on Special Programs. The requirement for applicants to be an Indigenous person will assist Queen’s University in addressing the underrepresentation of Indigenous Scholars at the university. Engaging Indigenous scholars will enable Indigenous experiences and community connections to enlighten and enrich the University, academia, and student experiences at Queen’s. It is also an opportunity to correct the historic underrepresentation at Queen’s of Indigenous scholars.

A complete application consists of:

• a cover letter;
• a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications, awards and grants received);
• a writing sample – either a publication or a work in progress;
• a statement of current and prospective research interests;
• a statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching outlines and evaluations if available);
• a statement of experience in and commitment to facilitation and promotion of Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and accessibility; and,
• the names of three (3) references, preferably from more than one university or other appropriate At least one referee must be arm’s length.

Please also note that Under Section 14 of the OHRC, it is not discrimination to put in place a special hiring program if it is designed to:

• Relieve hardship or economic disadvantage
• Help disadvantaged people or groups to achieve, or try to achieve, equal opportunity or
• Help eliminate discrimination

Applicants should send all documents in their application packages by email as a single PDF by November 1, 2023 to: nikki.remillard@queensu.ca.

Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed only if the position remains unfilled.

The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Nikki Remillard, Manager, Department of Public Health Sciences (nikki.remillard@queensu.ca).

Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the University and the Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA), which is posted at https://www.queensu.ca/facultyrelations/qufa/collective-agreements-lous-moas and at http://www.qufa.ca.

Appointments are subject to review and final approval by the Principal. Candidates holding an existing tenure-track or continuing-adjunct appointment at Queen’s will not be considered.