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Job Number: 530800 Position: Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences (Genetics) Effective Date: August 19, 2024 (Fall Semester) Salary: The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary is $5,405 to $11,994 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated salary for this position is between $7,000 and $7,800 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year) depending on prior experience. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Deadline: Review of applications to begin September 19, 2023. Position is open until filled (or recruitment canceled)

College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Department of Biological Sciences

Required Qualifications: •    Ph.D. in the life sciences •    Postdoctoral research experience •    Research experience in genetics •    A record of research productivity commensurate with experience level •    Demonstrated commitment to effective teaching of biology courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels •    Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population Preferred Qualifications: •    At least two years of postdoctoral research experience •    Demonstrated potential for establishing a lab-based externally funded research program •    Demonstrated interest in increasing the participation of underrepresented students in STEM fields through teaching, research, mentoring, and/or outreach •    Teaching experience at the college level, especially in eukaryotic genetics. •    Commitment to learning and incorporating pedagogical best practices to create equitable courses that promote student learning •    Experience working with populations demographically and socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body

Duties: •    Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in genetics, cell and molecular biology, introductory biology, and/or a course in their specialty. •    Contribute to our efforts to diversify the scientific workforce by effectively training students both inside and outside the classroom •    Develop and sustain an independent externally funded research program involving genetics that includes undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) students and leads to peer-reviewed publications with student co-authors •    Participate in service to the department, college, university, and community

We have a strong record of graduating underrepresented and underserved students; at CSULB these efforts are supported by an extensive array of federal and state grants to support training of undergraduate and graduate students for research careers. Research facilities include a dedicated research laboratory (BSL2 or lower), and extensive shared molecular, imaging, and computational instrumentation (http://web.csulb.edu/colleges/cnsm/research/instruments/).

CSULB is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). The Department of Biological Sciences [www.csulb.edu/biological-sciences] is dedicated to ensuring that our highly diverse graduates are prepared for future success by offering a welcoming and challenging education that includes a rigorous curriculum with high-quality research opportunities. Our students learn to think like scientists, using concept-based knowledge, rather than mastering facts. We value teaching and research as essential components of education; our graduate and undergraduate students engage in research mentored by nearly 30 tenured/tenure-track faculty, leading to diverse career outcomes, such as health professions, academia, teaching, industry, and government agencies.

CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University’s strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here: CSU Employee Benefits

How to Apply - Required Documentation: •    An Equity and Diversity Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: http://www.csulb.edu/EquityDiversityStatement •    Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications •    CV •    Research Plan (maximum two pages, single-spaced) •    Teaching Statement (maximum two pages, single-spaced) •    Reprints of up to three representative publications •    Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for confidential letters of recommendation should you reach the finalist stage) •    Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available) How to Apply: Click Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/lb/en-us/job/530800/assistant-professor-of-biological-sciences-genetics

Requests for information should be addressed to: Dr. Erika Holland California State University, Long Beach Department of Biological Sciences 1250 Bellflower Boulevard Long Beach, CA 90840

(562) 985-5389 or Email: Erika.Holland@csulb.edu

Requests for information about the position should be addressed to: Dr. Erika Holland California State University, Long Beach Department of Biological Sciences 1250 Bellflower Boulevard Long Beach, CA 90840

(562) 985-5389 or Email: Erika.Holland@csulb.edu

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: A background check (including a criminal records check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

CSU Vaccination Policy CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to fahr@csulb.edu.

CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race or ethnicity (including color or ancestry), nationality, religion or religious creed, gender (or sex), gender identity (including transgender), gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, age, veteran or military status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Department of History and the Environmental Studies Program at Lehigh University invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of History with a specialization in Environmental History, effective 15 August 2024. Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in History or a related field by the date of employment. The geographical, thematic and temporal focus is open.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 2:2-equivalent load at all levels of the History Department’s graduate and undergraduate curricula, as well as at all levels of the Environmental Studies Program’s curriculum. This individual will help strengthen the Department’s and Program’s profiles in research, scholarship, and graduate studies, while furthering the Department’s and Program’s tradition of excellence in both undergraduate teaching and service to the University and the profession. We welcome candidates whose work includes a transnational or global dimension, who demonstrate innovative methodologies of historical research, and who think in an integrated way about environmental history and its place across disciplinary boundaries.

The Department of History features a distinctive graduate program focused on transnational history that offers both the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. Our faculty pursue interdisciplinary scholarship, and we welcome scholars with international backgrounds. The successful candidate in this search will also have the opportunity to participate in the College of Arts and Sciences’ interdisciplinary programs and research centers - specifically the Environmental Studies Program, as well as Global Studies; Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies; Latin American and Latino Studies; Asian Studies; and Africana Studies.

Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation's highly ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for nearly 7,000 students. Lehigh University has some 5,000 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, and about 550 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA, a vibrant and historic area. Over 820,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, an article- or chapter-length piece of scholarship, and contact information for three references by November 1, 2023, to Academic Jobs Online. At a later stage of the search, selected candidates will be asked to submit letters of recommendation, further evidence of scholarship, a teaching portfolio, a research statement, and a statement of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. The Department plans to hold semifinalist interviews via Zoom in early January and on-campus visits for finalists in late January and early February. Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Nitzan Lebovic (nil210@lehigh.edu).

Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse academic community and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. In 2020, the University President and Board of Trustees Chair publicly committed to making Lehigh an actively anti-racist institution. Lehigh University is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation award for promoting the careers of women in academic sciences and engineering. In 2020 Lehigh was named one of “Best of the Best LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges & Universities” by Campus Pride, and it is among institutions of higher education recognized for excellence in diversity with the INSIGHT into Diversity HEED Award. Additional information about Lehigh’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is available here. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits. More information about Work/Life Balance for Faculty can be found here. Lehigh University supports dual career efforts for following spouses/partners of newly hired faculty.

Lehigh University (Pennsylvannia, USA)

The Department of History and the Health, Medicine and Society Program at Lehigh University invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of History with a specialization in the History of Public Health and Medicine, effective 15 August 2024. Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in History or a directly related field by the date of employment. The geographical, thematic and temporal focus is open.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 2:2-equivalent load of courses at all levels of the History Department’s graduate and undergraduate curricula, as well as at all levels of the Health, Medicine, and Society Program’s undergraduate curriculum. We welcome candidates whose work includes a transnational or global dimension, who demonstrate innovative methodologies of historical research, and who think in an integrated way about the history of science, technology and medicine and their place across disciplinary boundaries. The successful candidate will help strengthen the Department’s and Program’s profiles in research, scholarship, and graduate studies, while furthering the Department’s and Program’s traditions of excellence in both undergraduate teaching and service to the University and the profession.

The Department of History features a distinctive graduate program focused on transnational history that offers both the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees. Our faculty pursue interdisciplinary scholarship, and we welcome scholars with international backgrounds. The successful candidate in this search will have the opportunity to participate in other of the College of Arts and Sciences’ interdisciplinary programs and research centers besides the Health, Medicine, and Society Program, programs such as Global Studies; Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies; Latin American and Latino Studies; Asian Studies; Africana Studies; and Environmental Studies–and programs in the College of Health.

Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation's highly ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for nearly 7,000 students. Lehigh University has some 5,000 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, and about 550 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA, a vibrant and historic area. Over 820,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, an article- or chapter-length piece of scholarship, and contact information for three references by October 1, 2023 to Academic Jobs Online. At a later stage of the search, selected candidates will be asked to submit letters of recommendation, further evidence of scholarship, a teaching portfolio, a research statement, and a statement of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. The Department plans to hold semifinalist interviews via Zoom in late October and on-campus visits for finalists in late November and early December. Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Professor Shellen Wu (shw722@lehigh.edu).

Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We are committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse academic community and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to this mission. In 2020, the University President and Board of Trustees Chair publicly committed to making Lehigh an actively anti-racist institution. Lehigh University is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation award for promoting the careers of women in academic sciences and engineering. In 2020 Lehigh was named one of “Best of the Best LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges & Universities” by Campus Pride, and it is among institutions of higher education recognized for excellence in diversity with the INSIGHT into Diversity HEED Award. Additional information about Lehigh’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is available here. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits. More information about Work/Life Balance for Faculty can be found here. Lehigh University supports dual career efforts for following spouses/partners of newly hired faculty.

Toronto Metropolitan University, School of Medicine (Brampton)

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Met is on a transformative path to becoming Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

In April 2022, the university announced our new name of Toronto Metropolitan University, which will be implemented in a phased approach. Learn more about our next chapter.

About the School of Medicine It’s time to transform medical education. Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Medicine will be designed from the ground up to shift the paradigm of healthcare delivery and improve the well-being of individuals, families and communities. With a community-driven, intentionally inclusive approach, the new school will train doctors whose cultural awareness and humility are as crucial as their medical skills.

Led by Dr. Teresa M. Chan, a forward-thinking educational leader, TMU’s School of Medicine will draw on the university’s commitment to community, equity, and innovation to address rapidly changing healthcare needs. The school will train a new generation of physicians who are ready to learn, to adapt, and ultimately to be agents of change.

The Opportunity We are looking for an Assessment Specialist to join the School of Medicine team! The Assessment Specialist will provide direct consultative and operational services to support the School of Medicine’s undergraduate medical education (UGME) program team in assessment design, development, and implementation with quality improvement.

The Assessment Specialist will ensure that assessment for the UGME program is developed, delivered, and annually advanced in alignment with best educational practice and standards. In consultation with faculty and staff leaders, the Specialist will lead in the development of processes and practices to bring about a positive culture of continuous assessment improvement that aligns with the School’s mission and values, and meets university and national UGME accreditation requirements.

The Assessment Specialist will work closely with UGME curriculum staff and faculty leads responsible for UGME curriculum to ensure assessments are aligned with the UGME Learning Outcomes, Entrustable Professional Activities and other outcomes for the UGME Program approved by the UGME Program Council. The Assessment Specialist leads the smooth and efficient development and delivery of assessments, analysis and reporting of all student assessment and progression data while monitoring program defined performance metrics for student assessment.

Responsibilities include:

• Assessment development, advising and facilitation
• Developing resources, tools and activities to support the UGME assessment strategy
• Program administration, research and knowledge management

Qualifications To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Minimum of Master’s degree in Education or related field is required.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in assessment development and delivery in a post-secondary setting, with direct experience in assessment design and implementation.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• In-depth understanding of current assessment theory and practice.
• Knowledge of and understanding of implementation of competency-based education.
• Relevant assessment expertise developed through work experience in the university sector as an educator, and ideally, as an administrator, academic consultant or assessment researcher.
• Proven skills in progress testing and in analysis of assessment data, including accurate collation of psychometric reports and clear articulation of messages to relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in consulting with university academic leadership and faculty members to evaluate needs, advise actions, recommend activities and build consensus.
• Proven ability and major achievements in assessment, demonstrated by high quality and substantial record including design, development and implementing assessments in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of assessment evaluation tools, research, and literature.
• Effective consulting skills, which include the appropriate handling of confidential and sensitive matters.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent conflict mediation skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of organizational change theory especially as it relates to assessment.

Additional details

Reports to: Director, UGME Vacancy type: Term Start date: ASAP End date: 2 years from start date Employee Group: MAC Work Location: Hybrid Hours of work: 36.25 Grade: C51 Hiring Range: $75,120-$97,558 Posting Date: August 31, 2023 Closing date: September 17, 2023

• Qualified MAC employees will be interviewed before members of other employee groups.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability/reliability and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please reach out to: hr@torontomu.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Perks There is something for everyone! Employees are eligible for many benefits, services and discounts that Toronto Metropolitan University has to offer:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Mid-year break that provides two weeks of paid time off in addition to your vacation
• Group benefits including comprehensive health and dental, emergency travel care, employee and family assistance program (EFAP), life and business travel accident insurance and participation in the Toronto Metropolitan University Retirement Planning, a defined benefit pension plan.
• Employees can also participate in the tuition waiver program which provides eligible employees and their spouses and dependants with access to the various programs and courses that Toronto Metropolitan University offers.
• Reduced membership rate to the Recreation and Athletics Centre (RAC) and the Mattamy Athletic Centre (MAC) which includes group fitness classes, massage therapy, personal training and aquatics.
• Access to the Toronto Metropolitan University Medical Centre which provides a range of medical services on campus.
• Access to many different discounts such as;
  • Discounts through the Toronto Metropolitan Students Union, including movies, Ripley's Aquarium, and more
  • A free membership to Perkopolis
  • Personal Home and Auto Insurance discounts
  • Rogers Discount
• And many more!

McGill University

McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies (SCS), situated in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, invites applications for the position of full-time, campus-based Faculty Lecturer in Marketing to provide academic leadership and play a key role in the growth and development of academic programs in the Global and Strategic Communication domain. A specialization in marketing, including at least five years of recent work experience in digital marketing, is essential. In addition, work experience in and knowledge of at least of two of the following areas are considered valuable: integrated marketing communications, consumer behaviour, marketing analytics and research, product and services marketing, and customer experience. We are seeking individuals with experience in reaching and representing diverse audiences, in particular equity-seeking or underserved, underrepresented population groups, in these fields.

We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about advancing the teaching of adult learners. They will have experience designing, managing, and teaching in-person and online programs using various teaching approaches and/or educational technologies. This position typically includes both academic and some administrative program oversight responsibilities. The incumbent will contribute to credit (undergraduate and graduate) and possibly non-credit programs.

The School of Continuing Studies (SCS) is one of 12 faculties at McGill University, a public institution of advanced learning ranked in the top 50 universities worldwide. The School serves a diverse and ever- changing adult learner population of 10,000 annually, from pre-collegiate to post-retirement age. It offers a combined total of 60+ credit and non-credit programs and courses at undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels of varying duration, delivered through a variety of formats including online and face-to-face courses, and workshops. Academic content covers the breadth of digital transformation, applied social sciences, management, language acquisition, and communication studies. Emphasis is placed on serving the lifelong learning needs of adult learners of all ages, First Nations, other under- served or under-represented populations, global communities, and non-traditional adult learners.

SCS works in close partnership with practitioners, employers, community organizations, professional associations, and international partners.

Position Description This is a full-time, ranked academic, non-tenure stream (Contract Academic Staff) position with an initial appointment of two (2) years based at McGill’s downtown campus in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the Academic Domain Director of Global and Strategic Communication, and teach courses in SCS undergraduate, graduate, and/or professional (non- credit) programs (in Marketing and Digital Marketing) and assume key administrative and leadership roles, including that of Academic Program Coordinator (Marketing programs), and engage in professional service/contribution to SCS, McGill, and external communities. Teaching excellence, professional work experience, expertise in fostering active learning and inclusive environments, and curriculum development are strongly sought qualities.

Position responsibilities This position involves teaching and related administrative and supervisory responsibilities. Duties performed include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Teach up to the equivalent of 18 credits per academic year (undergraduate and/or graduate level, credit and/or non-credit professional courses) with the highest academic standards. The actual course load will depend on the scope of academic and administrative responsibilities and special projects as determined in consultation with the Academic Director of Global and Strategic Communication and the Dean’s office.
• Lead the design, development, and delivery of the academic content of credit and non-credit programs tailored for undergraduate and graduate students and partners in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assume primary responsibility for maintaining the academic rigour of these courses, and ensure that pedagogical methods are up to date.
• Recruit and mentor course lecturers in terms of best practices in teaching and learning, and invite guest speakers and visiting practitioners to classes.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to course lecturers in best practices in teaching, course design, and assessment for learners that foster equity, diversity, and inclusion in and out of the classroom.
• Serve on departmental, School, and University committees and workgroups as needed and as available.
• If needed, in collaboration with the SCS instructional design team, course lecturers, and other relevant stakeholders, complete the development of any online courses in Marketing or related fields.
• Liaise with appropriate professional associations and business organizations to ensure that programs are aligned with industry and job market needs.
• Contribute to the School’s and University’s strategic goals and values, such as community and international engagement, and creating an inclusive and diverse teaching and learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required

• Minimum of a Master’s degree or similar (MBA, MTech) (Doctorate preferred) with at least one university degree with a Marketing concentration or in another relevant field.
• At least three years’ teaching experience in marketing-related courses in a university (preferably graduate level) or corporate context, as well as in developing university-level courses and programs.
• At least five years’ of recent (current preferred) professional experience in the Marketing field. In addition to work experience in Digital Marketing (essential), a focus on at least two of the following areas are required:
  • Marketing analytics and research
  • Product or services marketing
  • Integrated marketing communications
  • Customer experience
  • International marketing

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to foster inclusive and interactive learning.
• Experience working with underserved, underrepresented, and/or Indigenous learners, including members of designated equity groups
• Experience in using technologies to support student learning and program delivery.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to staying updated with research and advances in the relevant areas of spcialization.
• Strong interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Experience in developing courses and programs, universal design for learning, academic advising, and student success strategies in the relevant areas of specialization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; fluency in French is an asset.
• Experience in collaborating across disciplines, presenting or publishing in the field, or other forms of knowledge sharing and dissemination.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence in the relevant area(s) of specialization, with a solid ability to establish an inclusive classroom environment and effectively manage student participation and group interactions.
• Knowledge of French and English. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing (on the job language training is available).
• Commitment to the values of university continuing education.

Additional Experience and Qualifications Considered an Asset

• Experience in seeking, writing, and managing grants or contracts.
• Knowledge of, and/or experience with, ESG (Environmental, social, and corporate governance) or sustainability principles.
• Experience in higher education academic administration, supervising and mentoring instructional staff.
• Knowledge of online, virtual, blended, and hybrid course development, delivery, and needs assessment and evaluation.
• Research and scholarly activity in the field of expertise (e.g., presentations at marketing-related conferences, publications in journals, media expert, etc..).

Job Type: Contract Academic Staff Rank: Faculty Lecturer Length of Appointment: Two (2) years, Renewed appointment possible pending available funding and performance. Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Posting Period: Please submit your application within 30 days of the publication of this advertisement. This is a full-time, ranked academic, non-tenure-track position with an initial appointment of two (2) years. The desired start date is January 2024. Positions remain open until filled. Priority is given to candidates who submit their applications by September 8, 2023.

Required Documents and Process for selection: Applications should include the following materials, preferably in a single PDF:

• Cover letter summarizing relevant educational background, teaching, and work experience.
• Curriculum vitae tailored to this position.
• Name, affiliation, and contact information of three references (References will not be contacted without prior consent).
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy and approach.
• Candidates can also submit their teaching evaluations and a syllabus for the course(s) they have developed or taught for the two most recent years, if available (may be uploaded separately if challenging to combine as a single PDF).
• Applicants who make the finalists’ list will be asked to provide three (3) letters of reference at the appropriate time.

To Apply : https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Careers/job/Sherbrooke-680/Faculty- Lecturer_JR0000044022

Applications should be addressed to the Search Committee and uploaded in Workday. We thank all applicants for their interest in McGill University. However, the School of Continuing Studies will only contact applicants selected for an interview.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University

The Program in Law, Justice & Society (LJS) and the Department of Political Science at Dalhousie University invite applications for a Probationary Tenure-Track Appointment at the Assistant Professor level, effective 1 July 2024.

This cross-appointed position will cover courses in Law, Justice & Society and Political Science. Courses may include LJSO 3000: Processes of Justice; LJSO 3500: Legal Research & Writing; LJSO 3600: Critical Legal Studies; POLI 4505: Human Rights: Legal Issues; and POLI 3446: The Politics of Crime. The teaching load will typically be 2-2, with two courses taught in each of the Fall and Winter terms. There will be a course release in each of the first and second years to enable candidates to establish and develop their research programs.

The position will include participation in and assistance with the management and administration of the LJS program, including student advising, the supervision of honours students, and program coordination. The candidate must have a PhD completed by the 1 July 2024 start date and should have a record of excellence in teaching. The candidate must show an ability to teach and to develop classes in the politics of crime. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong record of research in the areas of politics of crime, legal studies, and /or human rights. This position is subject to budgetary approval.

Established in 1818, Dalhousie is a leading research-intensive university offering more than 180 degree programs in 11 faculties. It is the largest university in Atlantic Canada and is located in the heart of Halifax, a scenic coastal city and capital of Nova Scotia, which is home to 13 Mi’kmaq First Nations, a deeply rooted African Nova Scotian community, and an increasingly diverse population. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is a dynamic body of students, faculty, and staff arranged in more than twenty programs and departments, many offering graduate degrees. The LJS program is a relatively new and rapidly expanding interdisciplinary program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The Department of Political Science is one of four core contributing discipline-based departments to this program.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

The deadline for completed applications online is 1 November 2023.

Please submit completed applications, including: a cover letter; curriculum vitae (CV); statement of research interests; a writing sample (max. 25 pages); teaching dossier addressing teaching effectiveness and interests (with student ratings of instruction); and contact information for three referees (shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide three letters of reference); and a completed Self Identification Questionnaire to Dalhousie’s PeopleAdmin system (as part of the online application).

To apply for this position, please visit https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/14567. Hard copies of the application will not be accepted.

Université de Montréal

Deeply rooted in Montreal and dedicated to its international mission, Université de Montréal is one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. Like the city whose name it bears, it is effervescent and multicultural. 

UdeM attracts over $500 million in research funding every year, making it one of the top three university research hubs in Canada. It also ranks among the top 100 universities wor1dwide and among the five best French language universities. 

Through the achievements of the members of its community, UdeM participates in building today's and tomorrow's world.

Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature Department of Literatures and Languages of the World Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Job Description The Department of Literatures and Languages of the World at the University of Montreal is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Comparative Literature with specialization in literary theory. Such fields of expertise might include media theory and media studies; feminist, gender, and queer studies; theories of care; environmental humanities; research-creation and narrative medicine; Indigenous studies; inter-/trans-Asian studies; diaspora studies.

Responsibilities The appointed candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students, contribute to the activities of the Department and the University, and develop an excellent record of research, publications, and scholarly presentations. The candidate will also be expected to participate in the high-level training of researchers in literary, cultural, media, and art-research studies and must be capable of working across multiple languages in an interdisciplinary environment.

Requirements

• Completed Ph.D. in comparative literature, literary studies, or a related discipline;
• Significant publication record in the field;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver university education;
• Adequate knowledge of written and spoken French or a strong commitment to achieve the proficiency level required in accordance with the Université de Montréal’s Language Policy; (the University offers a learning support program to all faculty wishing to learn or improve their communication skills in French);
• Knowledge of at least one more language and literary/cultural other than the French- and English-language traditions.

How to Submit Your Application The application package to be sent to the Interim Chair must contain the following documents:

• Cover letter (per the requirements of the Government of Canada, the letter must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen/permanent resident of Canada” or “I am not a Canadian citizen/permanent resident of Canada”);
• Curriculum vitae;
• Statement on future research plans (maximum two pages);
• Statement on teaching philosophy and pedagogy (maximum one page);
• Sample syllabus;
• Teaching evaluations;
• Publication sample (recent);
• Three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the department interim chair by the referees.

The application package and letters of recommendation must be sent by email before November 15^th, 2023 to:

Professor Guy Lanoue, Interim Chair c/o Isabelle Lamarre Email: isabelle.lamarre@umontreal.ca

Additional information about the position Reference number: FAS 09-23 / 3 Application deadline : November 15^th, 2023, inclusively Salary: Université de Montréal offers competitive salaries and a full range of benefits Starting date: As of June 1^st, 2024

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Université de Montréal is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. Through its Equal Access Employment Program (EAEP), UdeM invites applications from women, Aboriginal people, visible and ethnic minorities, as well as persons with disabilities. We will –confidentially – adapt our recruitment mechanisms to the specific needs of people with disabilities who request it.

UdeM embraces a broad and inclusive definition of diversity that goes beyond applicable laws, and therefore encourages all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of their characteristics. However, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

In order to measure the impact of its equity, diversity and inclusion actions, UdeM is collecting data on applicants identifying themselves with one of the groups targeted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act, namely women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities, ethnic minorities and people with limitations. To this end, we thank you for completing this self-identification questionnaire. The information you provide through this form is strictly confidential and will be shared only with those responsible for the UdeM EAEP. If you wish, you may also indicate that you belong to one of the targeted groups in your cover letter, which will be reviewed by the selection committee and the assembly of peers.

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.

University of Toronto (St. George Campus)

Closing Date: 10/06/2023, 11:59PM ET Req ID: 33377 Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing) Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science Department: Centre for Medieval Studies Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description: The Centre for Medieval Studies (CMS) in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Medieval Latin Studies and Culture from 1100 to 1300. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2024.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Medieval Studies or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths.

The position comes with teaching and service allocated to the Undergraduate Program in Mediaeval Studies at Saint Michael’s College (SMC).

The Centre for Medieval Studies is the leading research center in North America dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of the languages and cultures that flourished during the Middle Ages. The Centre consists of a student body of approximately 60 students, enrolled in the Master of Arts, the Doctor of Philosophy and several Collaborative Specializations, and an equal number of distinguished faculty, most of whom are cross-appointed with various departments. The Centre for Medieval Studies offers opportunities for both graduate-level teaching and, thanks to its close collaboration with the program in Mediaeval Studies at Saint Michael’s College, for undergraduate-level teaching and supervision.  As one of the leading scholars in the field, the successful candidate will participate actively within both of these programs and help to promote their collaboration and a consistency across the University of Toronto’s medieval studies curriculum on a global scale. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in and enhance established research-driven initiatives, such as the publication series Toronto Medieval Latin Texts, the Toronto Medieval Texts and Translations, the Journal of Medieval Studies, the SMC One Boyle Seminar in Scripts and Stories, or The Other Sister research group.

In terms of graduate teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute substantially to the Medieval Latin program, which is the program of reference in the field in North America and comprises four levels of instruction (Medieval Latin I and II, advanced seminars, and N/CR summer courses for beginners), as well as to the area of Manuscript Studies and Textual Cultures (Paleography, Codicology, Diplomatics, and topic focused courses). In terms of undergraduate teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to develop and contribute foundational and upper-level courses in the undergraduate program in Mediaeval Studies at Saint Michael’s College, as well as to supervise senior essays and research-focussed student initiatives. In terms of research, the successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program in the areas of Medieval Latin Studies and Manuscript Studies and Textual Cultures. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the highly interdisciplinary environment of CMS and SMC, especially in the field of social and intellectual history (e.g., history of education, medicine, preaching, or Mediterranean/global studies).

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials outlined below) submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample; and a teaching dossier to include a strong teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each after an application is submitted (this happens overnight). Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automation reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Prof. Elisa Brilli (Centre for Medieval Studies, Director) at director.medieval@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by October 6, 2023. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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Univerity of Calgary

We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III.

Position Description

The Schulich School of Engineering, at the University of Calgary invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Biomedical Engineering, with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2024. The successful applicant will hold an Azrieli Accelerator Professorship for a period of 5 years, which provides protected time for research-intensive and research-related activities.

The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an excellent research program in the area of Neurodevelopment Technologies, with the potential to achieve national and international recognition in the next five to ten years. They will be expected to attract competitive external funding to support their research activities, and to attract excellent trainees and staff. They will also be expected to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, related to their area of expertise and will actively contribute to teaching and curriculum development. In alignment with the University of Calgary's Ahead of Tomorrow strategic vision, and in support of its strategic priorities of leadership, teaching and research integration, the successful candidate will also provide service to the department, faculty, University, and community and contribute to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces. In time, the successful candidate is expected to grow into a leadership role within the Department, School, and University.

The successful candidate will be an emerging scholar with an original, creative, innovative, and forward-looking research program, acknowledged by their peers as having the potential to become an international leader in the field. Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in engineering, life sciences, or equivalent. The successful candidate's research program will focus on Neurodevelopment Technologies. This may be accomplished by research themes including but not limited to:

• Developing innovative technologies and platforms for recording, analysing or interpreting neural activity, particularly during neurodevelopment. (examples include data acquisition, signal processing technologies)
• Integrating technologies for gathering and synthesizing data about neurodevelopment (omics, imaging, sensor-based)
• Designing technologies for users to interface with others when different developmental or neural differences exist (e.g., brain computer interfaces to enable nonverbal communication)
• Use of multi modal inputs and advanced AI/ML for enabling novel technologies to support neurodivergent individuals
• Community-based and participatory design of technologies to improve the quality of life of people with neurodevelopmental differences.

The successful candidate will have a mandate to develop a research program that advances critically required knowledge for developing biomedical engineering tools and technologies that can be applied to research into neurodevelopment, that will attract competitive external funding, and experience in teaching and graduate student supervision at the University level. They are expected to be or become eligible for registration as a professional engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA): https://www.apega.ca/

If any candidates require further information about this criterion, they are encouraged to contact the Department Head. The research area exemplifies the University of Calgary's vision of research that is built around areas of excellence, entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, advanced technology, and strong connections to industry and community.

The Schulich School of Engineering is committed to fostering diversity through cultivating an environment where people with a variety of backgrounds, genders, interests and talents feel welcome and included. In 2016, the Schulich School of Engineering was recognized with the KNOVO Award of Distinction to honour the school's commitment to diversity and equity.

The Azrieli Accelerator Professorships The Azrieli Accelerator at the University of Calgary seeks to transform neurodevelopment research across the lifespan. With funding from the Azrieli Foundation, this initiative uses strategic investments to strengthen multi-disciplinary collaborations and launches big and bold research in the areas of neurodevelopment, neurodevelopmental conditions, and neurodiversity as they relate to all stages across the life course. The Azrieli Accelerator Professorships will bring new strengths to the University of Calgary, and the successful candidates will join a dynamic group of researchers who are engaged in the university’s transdisciplinary research strategy.

Biomedical Engineering at the University of Calgary The new Biomedical Engineering Department is the home of undergraduate (BSc) and graduate (MSc, PhD) programming and is an anchor for cross-campus transdisciplinary activities in Biomedical Engineering. Biomedical Engineering at the University of Calgary (ucalgary.ca/bme) involves more than 300 faculty members with current annual research funding exceeding $75M. The university has made significant investments in Biomedical Engineering to date, including the allocation of six Tier 1 and nine Tier 2 Canada Research Chairs. A strong culture of collaboration and cross-disciplinary research excellence is enabled by significant research infrastructure located in multiple centers across campus. The University of Calgary's multidisciplinary Engineering Solutions for Health: Biomedical Engineering research strategy drives innovations that are saving lives and revolutionizing health care.  Biomedical Engineering is led by the Schulich School of Engineering, with the Cumming School of Medicine, and the faculties of Kinesiology, Nursing, Science, and Veterinary Medicine. With collaborative teams focused on wearable technologies (We-Trac CREATE), human mobility, health monitoring and management including e-health, advanced biomedical imaging, precision bio-diagnostics, regenerative medicine and novel medical technologies, our researchers are transforming health services and quality of life. The successful candidate will benefit from a rich ecosystem, which includes world-class scholars, a focus on entrepreneurship and innovation, and an equitable, diverse, and inclusive university community that supports transdisciplinary research, partnerships and collaborations, and education excellence. The Schulich School of Engineering Strategic Plan, Schulich Momentum, identifies four pillars: 1) Indigenous Engagement, Inclusivity and Reconciliation; 2) Fostering a Community through Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility; 3) Preparing Tomorrow's Engineering Changemakers; and 4) Elevating Research and Innovation Impact. The Schulich School of Engineering is a key contributor the University of Calgary Framework for Growth plan, which emphasizes transdisciplinary scholarship, deeper community integration, and future-focused program delivery. For more information, please visit the Schulich School of Engineering website.

Please submit your application online via the 'Apply Now' link on the UCalgary careers site at: https://engg.careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/13292774-assistant-professor-azrieli-professorship-in-biomedical-engineering-technologies-for-neurodevelopment-schulich-school-of-engineering Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following (which may require you to merge documents, such as publications:

• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, as well as the name and contact information of three referees
• Statement of research interests, accomplishments and vision (maximum 2 pages)
• Statement of teaching philosophy promoting student learning and success (maximum 2 pages). This can include information on teaching experience, training, and mentoring inside and outside the classroom at the undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral levels
• Statement on equity, diversity and inclusion (maximum 2 pages)

Questions may be addressed to: Dr. Michael Kallos Head, Department of Biomedical Engineering Email: mskallos@ucalgary.ca

Application Deadline: October 16, 2023

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

Additional Information

To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information visit Careers in the Schulich School of Engineering.

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca. About Calgary, Alberta Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

DEPARTMENT OF MOLECULAR AND HUMAN GENETICS

TENURED/TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITIONS

The Department of Molecular and Human Genetics at Baylor College of Medicine invites applications for tenure-track positions:

• Computational Research Geneticist- a PhD and/or MD trained researcher who has clearly demonstrated their ability to conduct high-impact basic, translational, collaborative and/or clinical research and compete for scientific funding. Applicants with expertise in computational methods are strongly encouraged to apply.

Computational scientists are sought to lead research programs spanning a broad range of topics in genetic research. The successful candidates will develop and apply advanced computational techniques related to statistical genetics, algorithm design, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and knowledge graph construction, data visualization, and/or data mining, to address important genetic and genomic questions. Focused areas of key interest include functional annotation of the human genome, comparative genomics, biophysics, mathematical biology, identifying phenotype-genotype associations, developing models from multi-omic and biobank data to gain mechanistic insights into variant-phenotype associations, and creating novel computational systems methodologies for genomic analyses.

Research topics that complement and synergize with existing BCM research are strongly encouraged. These strengths include elucidating the underlying genetic, epigenetic, and nucleomic mechanisms in healthy organisms, as well as those that underlie rare and common diseases, and developing and characterizing genetic models with deep phenotyping of neurological, cancer, biochemical and other diseases.

About The Department of Molecular and Human Genetics and Baylor College of Medicine

Among genetics departments at U.S. medical schools, the Department of Molecular and Human Genetics (MHG) at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) (https://www.bcm.edu/departments/molecular-and-human-genetics) ranks #1 among genetics departments in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Department provides a bridging environment for physicians and basic scientists, promoting a cross-species and multidisciplinary approach to genetic and genomic research. 

The Department is committed to translation of basic science into clinical implementation and fosters technology transfer for faculty discoveries. Activities within the Department include basic and translational research, clinical genetics, a joint venture diagnostic laboratory, a long-standing NIH large-scale human genome sequencing center (https://www.hgsc.bcm.edu/), and an exceptional Ph.D. graduate program.  More broadly, BCM is the premier medical school of Texas and is centered in the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the world’s largest biomedical research complex.

The Department has over $100 million in total research funding, 70 primary tenured and tenure-track research faculty members who are engaged in a variety of approaches addressing basic and translational research to understand human health and disease.

The candidate will find an inspiring collaborative environment, with many experts, potential local collaborators within the department, and computational and biomedical scientists with diverse research goals at BCM and other TMC institutions, including Rice University and University of Texas Health Science Center Houston.

BCM promotes principles of diversity, inclusion, and equity across research, education, and training programs as well as with respect to recruitment (in employment and education) of individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Appointments will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels depending on experience. The Department and BCM offer premier recruitment packages and resources to enhance the candidate’s research program.  Qualified applicants should email a PDF of their curriculum vitae and a two-page summary of past accomplishments and research plans to the address below. Applicants should also request three letters of reference to be emailed directly from recommenders to mhgfacultyrecruits@bcm.edu. To ensure timely consideration during the current recruitment cycle, applications should be submitted before November 23, 2023. 

Candidates must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring, as well as support for BCM values of Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork and Excellence. Candidates will be expected to contribute in a professional and collegial way to a healthy workplace that promotes a welcoming and collaborative environment.

Please note that reference checks and background checks, including credential and degree verification, and regarding professional misconduct, may be performed as part of this recruitment process.

Department of Molecular and Human Genetics

Baylor College of Medicine

One Baylor College of Medicine, ABBR Room R830

Houston, TX 77030

Phone: 713-798-5443

Fax: 713-798-8515

Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action and Equal Access Employer

Among genetics departments at U.S. medical schools, the Department of Molecular and Human Genetics at Baylor College of Medicine (https://www.bcm.edu/departments/molecular-and-human-genetics) ranks first in both number of grants and total funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Department of Molecular and Human Genetics provides a fully integrated environment for physicians and basic scientists, promoting a cross-species approach to functional genetics and a commitment to technology transfer. Activities within the Department include clinical genetics, basic and clinical research, a joint venture diagnostic laboratory, long-standing association with an NIH-large scale human genome sequencing center, medical student teaching, an MS Genetic Counseling program, a Ph.D. graduate program, and residency/fellowship training in medical genetics. 

The Department has over $100 million in total research funding, 70 primary tenured and tenure-track research faculty members and a total of 150 primary faculty members, who are engaged in a variety of missions including basic and translational research, clinical diagnostic services, and prenatal, pediatric, and adult clinical care. To expand our translational impact, we established a uniquely structured and governed joint venture diagnostic laboratory, Baylor Genetics, and a Baylor College of Medicine/Chinese University of Hong Kong Center for Medical Genetics in Hong Kong that together has expanded our clinical, diagnostic, and educational mission to a world-wide audience. 

Faculty will have an opportunity to interact with the vigorous ABMGG residency and clinical laboratory fellowship training programs that include over 40 clinical and diagnostic laboratory faculty and over 50 genetic counseling faculty and staff.  The training programs attract four to six individuals per year for resident training in categorical Medical Genetics, Combined Pediatrics/Medical Genetics, Combined Internal Medicine/Medical Genetics, and Maternal Fetal Medicine/Medical Genetics, as well as three to four individuals for ABMGG-approved clinical laboratory fellowship training in the following areas: clinical biochemical genetics and laboratory genetics and genomics.

The Department staffs clinical genetics programs at Texas Children’s Hospital, Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, Harris Health System, and the Michael E. DeBakey Veteran Affairs Medical Center.

Baylor College of Medicine promotes principles of diversity, inclusion, and equity across research, education, and training programs as well as with respect to recruitment (in employment and education) of individuals from diverse backgrounds.

The Department is seeking individuals for faculty appointments at rank appropriate for achievement and experience. We are currently recruiting for the following positions: 

• Physician Scientist Geneticist– The Department is seeking MD or MD/PhD trained individuals who have clearly demonstrated their ability to conduct high-impact basic, translational and/or clinical research and compete for scientific funding in the area of medical genetics and model organism genetics.  Start-up package commensurate for experience will be provided.
• Clinical Geneticist – The Department is seeking MD or MD/PhD trained, ABMGG eligible and/or certified physicians in the areas of clinical genetics and medical biochemical geneticist. 
• Research Geneticist-The Department is seeking PhD trained basic and translational research geneticists (studying any model system), statistical geneticists, and computational geneticists who are focused on elucidating the underlying genetic and genomic mechanisms of rare and common diseases.    

Appointments will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels depending on experience. 

Applicants should email a pdf version of their curriculum vitae and cover letter stating the position for which they are applying to the following email address: mhgfacultyrecruits@bcm.edu

Department of Molecular and Human Genetics

Baylor College of Medicine

One Baylor College of Medicine, ABBR Room R830

Houston, TX 77030

Phone: 713-798-5443

Fax: 713-798-8515

Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action and Equal Access Employer

Joslin Diabetes Center

Senior Position in Immunology Research

Relevant to Type 1 Diabetes

Joslin Diabetes Center is recruiting a distinguished senior-level scientist in the field of immunology relevant to type 1 diabetes with vision, leadership skills, and a track record of mentorship. The successful candidate will serve as Section Head and Senior Investigator in the Research Division at Joslin Diabetes Center and be nominated for an appointment as Professor of Medicine and Immunology in the Immunobiology Program at Harvard Medical School (HMS). We seek candidates whose experience, teaching, research or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

The Joslin Diabetes Center and Department of Immunobiology Program faculty focus on a broad array of scientific areas in basic and translational immunology significantly relevant to type 1 diabetes, including mechanisms of action of suppressive immune cell types, therapeutic strategies to modulate the immune system, dendritic cell biology, transplantation immunology and the development and translation of novel adoptive T cell therapies, including CAR-T cells.

Candidates must hold a M.D., and/or Ph.D., qualify for a faculty appointment as Senior Member/Full Professor. Applicants should have impactful scholarship, an established stature in the field of immunobiology and type 1 diabetes, extramural funding and a creative profile of innovative research programs that would complement high-profile research conducted by Joslin and departmental faculty and possess demonstrated leadership and administrative skills.  The generous recruitment package includes an endowed chair, a highly competitive salary, ample lab and animal space, a laboratory start-up fund, a stimulating and highly collegial environment and the opportunity to hire new junior faculty. Joslin is affiliated with the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and HMS.

Qualified applicants should attach a cover letter, their Curriculum Vitae, a synopsis of their past, current, and proposed future research programs, especially a vision for future research relevant to type 1 diabetes (2-4 pages), statement of teaching/mentoring and contributions to diversity (1 page), and include the names of three individuals who could provide letters. Applications should be sent to Kimberly Monaco at Recruitment@joslin.harvard.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Prof. Rohit N. Kulkarni, Senior Investigator, Joslin Diabetes Center and Professor of Medicine, HMS Recruitment@joslin.harvard.edu

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.  Joslin seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

The Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP) is located in the port city of Dalian, China. In the past half century, research at DICP has closely reflected the economic and scientific needs of China. The Institute has built up an impressive portfolio of achievements, principally in the fields of catalysis, chemical engineering, chemical lasers, chemical dynamics, organic synthesis, and chromatography for modern analytic chemistry and biotechnology. These achievements have greatly contributed to the China's economic and technological development.

Research at DICP is now focused on energy-related topics, and the Institute's current development strategy is summarized as follows: "DICP focuses on sustainable energy research and coordinates the development of environment optimization, biotechnology and advanced material in a multidisciplinary atmosphere by strengthening technological integration and innovation. DICP aims to play an indispensable roles in the national economy and security, and become a leading research institute in the world."

Since its founding, DICP has produced numerous outstanding scientists and high-quality engineers who have developed both strong domestic and international reputations. A total of 26 DICP scientists have been elected to the members of Chinese Academy of Sciences and the members of Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), four to the members of World Academy of Sciences, and one to the member of Academia European. DICP has over 1,900 employees, 1,164 graduate students as of October 2022.

Through the efforts of the scientists, staff, and students, scientific research and competitive capacities at DICP continue to grow, the strategic plan continues to improve, collaborations continue to expand, and dedicated research programs continue to influence their fields. The quality of the basic research at DICP is reflected in the number of publications in high-level journals and patents and valuable technologies for industry that are continually developed at the Institute. At the same time, DICP’s innovative research for national security has received numerous commendations. By 2021, DICP have received 94 national awards for science and technology (S&T).

Introduction of DICP Postdoctoral Research Center

Established in 1985, DICP was one of the first postdoctoral research centers in China. It houses two national outstanding postdoctoral research centers respectively in chemistry, and chemical engineering and technology. At present, there are more than 340 postdoctoral researchers (including more than 20 international ones. DICP attaches great importance to the cultivation of post-doctoral talents, and many of its postdoctoral researchers have published papers in high-quality journals, such as Science, and Angew. Chem, and JACS.

Salary System for Foreign Postdoctoral Researchers

Living Facilities for Foreign Postdoctoral Researchers

DICP is located in the beautiful coastal city of Dalian, surrounded by mountains and sea, and close to Xinghai Square, the largest square in Asia. The excellent geographical location enables easy access to transportation, shopping, entertainment, and other living facilities for foreign postdoctoral researchers.

In order to promote internationalization, the Dalian Institute of Chemical Engineering has implemented a special project. Bilingual signs are available at office buildings, laboratories, dormitories, restaurants, and other areas in each park to facilitate use by foreigners.

DICP also provides fully equipped apartments for foreign postdoctoral researchers. The room has a kitchen, and a separate, fully furnished bedroom.

How to apply：

To apply for a postdoctoral position at DICP (including the “DICP Outstanding Postdoctoral Scholarship”), send a cover letter, a CV, and the names and contact information of three references to Mr. Chang LIU (liuchang@dicp.ac.cn) OR an identified DICP researcher with whom you have contacted before. All applications will be reviewed, and successful candidates will be contacted. Any questions about the postdoctoral program should be directed to Mr. Chang LIU.

*Note: The age of ideal applicants shall not exceed 35 years old, especially outstanding ones can be extend to 38 years old.

Mr. Chang Liu Personnel Department, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences Add：457 Zhongshan Road Dalian, P.R. China（116023） Tel：+86-0411-84379103 E-mail：liuchang@dicp.ac.cn

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Programme de résidence en arabe avancé et études sociales

ٍSemestre de printemps 2024

Le Centre de langues de l'Institut d'études supérieures de Doha (DI) a le plaisir d'annoncer son programme de résidence du semestre de printemps 2023-2024 en langue arabe avancée et en études sociales.

Le programme est un forum unique d'échange académique et culturel entre les étudiants diplômés et les professeurs de langue maternelle arabe de la DI (venant de tout le monde arabe) et leurs pairs internationaux non autochtones ou d'origine ethnique.

Le programme de résidence est proposé pendant un semestre sur place à Doha. Il répond aux besoins linguistiques, culturels et académiques des étudiants diplômés avancés non autochtones et patrimoniaux qui souhaitent renforcer leurs compétences linguistiques et culturelles, ainsi que se préparer à des défis spécifiques liés à leurs domaines d'expertise académique. Le programme est dispensé entièrement en arabe et comprend une double formation linguistique avancée et des composantes académiques.

La composante de formation linguistique prépare les étudiants à fonctionner professionnellement en arabe et propose des cours dédiés à la langue, à la traduction et à l'enseignement basé sur le contenu. Le programme s'adapte aux besoins académiques des étudiants en tant que base d'acquisition linguistique et culturelle, met l'accent sur les compétences de production et de présentation et développe des niveaux plus élevés de compétence en expression orale, en écoute, en lecture, en écriture et en traduction.

La composante académique donne aux boursiers la possibilité de profiter du large éventail de cours uniques de niveau supérieur que les professeurs distingués de DI enseignent en arabe à travers ses unités académiques : l'École des sciences sociales et humaines et l'École d'économie, d'administration et de politique publique.

Le programme de résidence est une partie importante de la mission de la DI visant à établir, maintenir et entretenir des liens intellectuels et des dialogues bidirectionnels entre ses étudiants, ses professeurs et la communauté internationale d'apprentissage et de recherche.

La DI vise à créer un héritage durable d’innovation intellectuelle et d’éducation au sein du monde arabe et au-delà. Il assume et promeut la langue arabe comme outil de recherche scientifique, langue officielle dans le discours public et langue principale pour l’enseignement et la recherche.

Caractéristiques du programme semestriel :

⦁ 6 crédits d'arabe intensif ;

⦁ Un partenaire linguistique,

⦁ Possibilité d'auditer les cours universitaires de troisième cycle enseignés en arabe si éligible ;

⦁ Possibilité d'avoir un partenaire académique ;

⦁ Accès aux riches conférences, colloques et conférences invitées de DI.

Conditions d'admission:

⦁ Niveau avancé en arabe ;

⦁ Frais de scolarité : 9 000 QAR (environ 2 250 € OU 2 465 $) par semestre.

⦁ Logement : 11 000 QAR (environ 2 650 € OU 3 000 $).

Dates du programme :

⦁ Date limite de candidature : 15 août 2023

⦁ Début des cours : 07 janvier 2024

⦁ Fin des cours : 25 avril 2024

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The Language Center at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies (DI) is pleased to announce its Spring semester 2023 - 2024 Residence Program in Advanced Arabic Language and Social Studies.

The Program is a unique forum for academic and cultural exchange between the DI's predominantly native Arabic- speaking graduate students and faculty (from across the Arab world) and their international non-native or heritage peers.

The Residence Program is offered for one semester on-site in Doha. It meets the language, culture, and academic needs of advanced non-native and heritage graduate students who wish to strengthen their language and cultural skills, as well as prepare for specific challenges related to their academic areas of expertise. The Program is delivered entirely in Arabic and consists of a twin advanced language-training and academic components.

The language-training component prepares students to function professionally in Arabic and offers dedicated courses in language, translation, and content-based instruction. The program adapts to the academic needs of students as a base for linguistic and cultural acquisition, emphasizes productive and presentation skills, and develops higher levels of proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, writing, and translation.

The academic component gives fellows the opportunity to take advantage of the wide array of unique graduate-level courses the DI distinguished faculty teach in Arabic through its academic units: The School of Social Sciences and Humanities and the School of Economics, Administration and Public Policy.

The Residence Program is an important part of the DI's mission to establish, maintain, and nurture intellectual links and two-way dialogues between its students, faculty, and the international learning and research community.

The DI aims to create an enduring legacy of intellectual innovation and education within the Arab world and beyond. It assumes and promotes the Arabic language as a tool of scientific inquiry, an official language in public discourse, and a primary language for teaching and research.

Semester Program Features:

⦁ 6 credits of intensive Arabic;

⦁ A language Partner,

⦁ Option to audit graduate academic courses taught in Arabic if eligible;

⦁ Option to have an academic partner;

⦁ Access to the DI rich conferences, symposia, and guest lectures.

Admission Requirements:

⦁ Advanced level in Arabic;

⦁ Tuition fees: QAR 9,000 (approximately €2,250 OR $2,465) per semester.

⦁ Housing: QAR 11,000 (approximately €2,650 OR $3,000).

Program Dates:

⦁ Application Deadline: August 15, 2023

⦁ Start of Classes: January 07, 2024

⦁ End of Classes: Apri 25, 2024

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