Assistant Professor, Chemistry (tenure track)

The Department of Chemistry in the School of Science and Technology at Cape Breton University invites applications for a Tenure-Track position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position will commence July 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter).  

One of Canada’s youngest and most ambitious universities, CBU recognizes its location on Cape Breton Island as part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people. CBU offers a comprehensive set of liberal arts, science, and professional programs and a unique commitment to community, economic development, aboriginal learning, and research into many aspects of environment and culture. Currently home to approximately 7500 students, CBU’s vision of higher education allows students to pursue diverse fields of study in programs with national reputations in final year student satisfaction, faculty-student interaction, and employability.

CBU delivers an authentic multicultural experience to all who become part of its academic community. Surrounded by pristine natural landscape, vibrant culture, and welcoming communities on Canada’s stunning east coast, CBU attracts students from more than 50 countries around the world. Our faculty bring passion to their teaching and research and we are known for our friendly and inclusive culture. Strong community involvement and a spirit of entrepreneurship enhance CBU's position in post-secondary education. 

The successful candidate will teach Organic and, in addition, General Chemistry and Biochemistry courses; the candidate will be expected to teach upper-level courses, supervise undergraduate honours theses, and participate in program development.

The Department of Chemistry has 12 full-time members with seven tenured faculty members whose research spans several fields and who strongly commit to undergraduate teaching and research.

The successful candidate will also conduct discipline-based research and undertake appropriate service activities within the university community. The capacity to develop an externally funded research program is also expected.

Candidates should have a relevant PhD in chemistry with a strong emphasis/specialization in organic chemistry. Candidates who are in the later stages of their PhD may be considered with the successful completion of the PhD being a condition of employment.

CBU teaches programs on campus, off campus in locations across and outside of Canada, and on-line. The university and its partners will therefore provide opportunities for faculty members to teach in different modes in different locations as part of their regular workload. While these opportunities may not be available equally for all faculty positions in all programs, a clear willingness to teach in different modes and locations will be noted as part of your application.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate potential and commitment with regard to teaching, research/creative/scholarly activities, and service to Cape Breton University, community and profession.

Applications for the successful candidate will include a:

• cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant
• statement of teaching philosophy
• statement of research
• statement of how they incorporate equity, diversity and inclusiveness in their work and services
• complete CV including a list of publications
• evidence of effective teaching
• list of at least three references.
• Short-listed candidates will be required to submit three reference letters.

Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The union affiliation of this position is with the Cape Breton University Faculty Association.

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Applications must be received by November 1, 2024