Assistant Professor (Biochemistry) University of Guelph

Assistant Professor in Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology
College of Biological Sciences, University of Guelph

Requisition 1717

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Biochemistry.

We seek outstanding candidates whose research program explores fundamental biochemical processes and complements the department’s existing strengths. Applicants should focus on molecular, structural, or biophysical aspects of biological molecules, which may include taking a cellular and systems-level approach to studying biochemical mechanisms in living organisms. Areas of expertise may include (but are not limited to) enzymology, protein structure, design and dynamics, biophysical characterization, or molecular interactions in health and disease. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an innovative, externally funded research program that advances the biochemical understanding of biological function and fosters integration across molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. We particularly welcome candidates whose work opens new opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the department and across the College of Biological Science.

Qualifications include a Ph.D., a preferred minimum of three years of relevant postdoctoral experience (or equivalent), a proven record of research excellence evident in high-quality publications and demonstrated potential to establish a competitive independent research program and secure external research funding. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary, research-intensive department with 40 faculty members who study diverse biological systems at levels from molecules to cells that include Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology & Genetics, and Neuroscience and contribute to programs in Biological Science, Biomedical Science, and Plant Science. Faculty within the College of Biological Science are members of the Advanced Analysis Centre, which houses state-of-the-art equipment that includes facilities for solution- and solid-state NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, electron and confocal microscopy, and genomics. The candidate would have access to shared biophysical and structural equipment, including polarizing fluorimeters, isothermal titration calorimeter, differential scanning calorimeter, a CD spectrometer, dynamic light scattering instrument, and a crystallization robot and plate hotel. Graduate student training activities are focused on M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Molecular and Cellular Biology, but faculty members also participate in cross-department programs such as Biophysics, Bioinformatics, Neuroscience, Plant Science, and Toxicology.

The successful candidate must also demonstrate the potential to provide effective and innovative teaching in the discipline of biochemistry to a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students.

The University of Guelph resides on the traditional lands and territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat. These lands are now home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. We offer our respect and gratitude to our Indigenous neighbours and affirm our responsibility to realize our commitments to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided in this work by Bi-Naagward | It Comes into View, the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy.

The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of approximately 140,000 people, located about an hour drive west of Toronto, Ontario. University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of about 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across over 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: To Improve Life. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our University community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues.

Application Process:

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant.

Assessment of applications will begin on October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should create an account on https://careers.uoguelph.ca/ and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #1717) by submitting the following materials (in an integrated Single PDF file):

1. Cover letter (1 page) addressed to Dr. Cezar Khursigara, MCB Faculty Search Committee Chair:
Describe your background and interest in the position.

2. A curriculum vitae.

3. Proposed research program (4 pages max):

  1. Detail the candidate’s specific area of expertise, describing their contributions to the field.
  2. Present a vision of the short and long-term goals of the scholarship/research activities.
  3. Provide a detailed plan for their future independent research program and how this program might be leveraged to obtain extramural funding.
  4. Indicate how the candidate’s research program will synergize with the Department’s research environment.

4. Teaching statement (2 pages max):

  1. Describe an overall teaching philosophy.
  2. Describe all previous formal and informal education training and experience and any experiences with experiential/work-integrated learning.
  3. Describe potential teaching contributions to the department.

5. Diversity statement (1 page max):

  1. Describe the history of advocacy and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in teaching, scholarship/research and mentorship.
  2. Describe strategies to ensure the applicant’s scholarship/research, teaching, and mentorship activities will provide equitable opportunities for students from diverse equity-seeking groups and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment in their courses.

6. Contact information of three references.

APPLY ONLINE – Assistant Professor in Biochemistry (https://bit.ly/4mBMAsa)

This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA).

The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time, our strategic plan, which pledges to “transform our human resources, governance and student services and practices across the University to enable us to recruit a diverse student, faculty and staff body and support them in achieving their personal, professional and scholarly goals.” The University commits to creating and maintaining “equitable work environments that empower us in our pursuit of student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact.”

The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

The University of Guelph recognizes that career paths can be diverse and career interruptions may occur. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like considerations given to the impact of any circumstances, such as (but not limited to) those due to health and/or family reasons, that may have affected an applicant’s record of achievement. You are not required to disclose these circumstances in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these circumstances do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting the search committee chair at mcbchair@uoguelph.ca.

Contact information

https://careers.uoguelph.ca

Posting end date

2025/09/30

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track), Department of Neuroscience, University of Lethbridge

The Department of Neuroscience (https://www.ulethbridge.ca/artsci/neuroscience) at the University of Lethbridge invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are seeking a neuroscientist with demonstrated excellence in research on brain function across the life span in nonhuman animals, employing a systems-level approach and utilizing state-of-the-art methods. Researchers with experience in modern electrophysiological techniques, models of brain disease, and/or transcriptomics are especially encouraged. The expected start date of the appointment is July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval. Hiring salary will be in the range of CAD $79,132 to $98,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minimum qualifications include a doctoral degree in Neuroscience or a cognate discipline, as well as postdoctoral experience. The successful candidate will be expected to mount an externally funded research program that includes undergraduate and graduate students and contribute to the required courses for the undergraduate Neuroscience program. Evidence of background to teach a cellular and molecular neuroscience course and other advanced neuroscience courses is an asset. The successful candidate will be able to engage and inspire students in their academic work and show initiative in contributing to the department’s programs and curriculum development.

Our University: The University of Lethbridge (https://www.ulethbridge.ca/) is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on the principles of liberal education (https://www.ulethbridge.ca/liberal-education/about-liberal-education/four-pillar-model) where inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day. With campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary, uLethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs in the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business, to more than 8,000 students.

Our Values: Accessibility, Belonging, and Community for all are key strategic priorities (https://www.ulethbridge.ca/president/accessibility-belonging-and-community) for the University of Lethbridge. The University of Lethbridge recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and community and is fundamental to teaching, learning, and research excellence. The university as a whole embraces equity as a core value to build strong and vibrant communities of belonging where students, faculty, and staff feel welcome, are treated equitably, and can thrive.

Our Team: The successful candidate will join the Department of Neuroscience team, which consists of 17 research-active professors. In addition to a strong undergraduate program with majors in Neuroscience, the department has a thriving graduate program with a total of approximately 45 M.Sc. and Ph.D. students. The Department is proud of the state-of-the-art Science Commons Building (https://www.destinationproject.ca/), which contains shared and dedicated lab space for the new position and is equipped with exceptional infrastructure, including: NMRs, 3T MRI, electron microscope, multiphoton and confocal microscopes, high throughput digital imaging, in vitro recording facilities, multiple in vivo ensemble single unit recording suites, dense-array and portable electroencephalography, optical imaging lab, dedicated parallel computing cluster, and modern surgical and behavioural testing suites in a newly constructed vivarium.

Our City: Living and benefiting from Blackfoot Confederacy’s traditional territory, Iniskim (uLethbridge) is direct neighbours with Kainai Nation (https://bloodtribe.org/), the largest reserve in Canada. We acknowledge and deeply appreciate the Siksikaitsitapi peoples’ connection to their traditional territory and honour the traditions of people who have cared for this land since time immemorial. Home to more than 100,000 people, Lethbridge (https://tourismlethbridge.com/) is a place where ideas grow. It is a culturally vibrant city with a flourishing arts scene and an active social calendar. We boast stunning scenery, four distinct seasons, spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets that illuminate Alberta’s big sky. The University sits on the beautiful coulees, looking down on the Old Man River. Lethbridge is only two hours from Calgary’s International Airport and a short drive to the mountainous Waterton Lakes National Park. Looking for a centre with a lower cost of living than many other Canadian cities? See the Canadian Real Estate Association National Price Map (https://www.crea.ca/housing-market-stats/canadian-housing-market-stats/national-price-map/) to compare average Canadian housing prices. Lethbridge is an affordable city, with many beautiful neighborhoods on both sides of the coulees and well-planned parks connected via walking and biking paths.

Application Process:

All applications must be submitted online (https://uleth.peopleadmin.ca/postings/8586), and include a letter of application, a curriculum-vitae, a 2-page statement of teaching interests and philosophy, outlines of courses previously taught, a statement of research program (no more than 3 pages), teaching evaluations, and the contact information for three references (references will be contacted directly for short-listed candidates).

Consideration of complete files will commence on 1 November 2025 and will continue until the short-list of candidates is finalized.

For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Robbin Gibb, Chair, Department of Neuroscience, at gibb@uleth.ca

While all applications will be considered, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

Understanding that career interruptions can have an impact on a candidate’s record of achievement, we encourage applicants to explain in their applications any impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential; only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

Required Documents

  1. Curriculum Vitae
  2. Outlines
  3. Letter of Application
  4. Evaluations
  5. Statement of Teaching Interests and Philosophy
  6. Statement of Research Program
  7. Contact Information for Three References
    Contact information For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Robbin Gibb, Chair, Department of Neuroscience, at gibb@uleth.ca.

All applications must be submitted online at https://uleth.peopleadmin.ca/postings/8586.

Assistant Professor – Artificial Intelligence in Psychological Science – University of Toronto

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream faculty position in the area of Artificial Intelligence in Psychological Science. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Psychology 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 successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

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.

We seek candidates whose research integrates psychology with advances in AI and complements our core areas: developmental psychology; perception, cognition, and cognitive neuroscience; social and personality psychology; or behavioural neuroscience. Possible foci include AI applications in big data analysis (social), brain and thought process modeling (developmental, cognitive neuroscience), or multi-unit activity networking (behavioural neuroscience). Topics may also include human–machine interaction in a technologically augmented society, such as cognitive challenges of VR/AR or self-driving vehicles, and trust in generative AI content. Expertise in computational/quantitative modeling and teaching in statistics at the undergraduate and/or graduate level is especially welcome. Applicants are encouraged to review the research and teaching profiles of current faculty members. In your cover letter, please indicate into which of the above-mentioned research directions your own research profile would fall. Please visit our home page: Department of Psychology, www.psych.utoronto.ca

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments, and the teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or other evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. Other teaching-related activities can include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters.

The successful candidate will undertake undergraduate and graduate teaching responsibilities on the University’s STG CAMPUS (downtown Toronto). The successful candidate will join a vibrant intellectual community of world-class scholars at Canada’s leading university. The University of Toronto offers a wide range of opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research and teaching, the excitement of working with a highly diverse student population and actively encourages innovative scholarship. The Greater Toronto Area offers amazing cultural and demographic diversity and one of the highest standards of living in the world.

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 including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching related activities as listed above.

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Assistant-Professor-Artificial-Intelligence-in-Psychological-Science-ON/595420017

Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrate throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

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 referee within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic 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 Poppy Lockwood, Chair, Department of Psychology at psy.chair@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by October 15, 2025.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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.
Contact information Apply here: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Assistant-Professor-Artificial-Intelligence-in-Psychological-Science-ON/595420017/

Questions should be directed to: Poppy Lockwood, Chair, Department of Psychology at psy.chair@utoronto.ca


Posting end date: 2025/10/15

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Teaching – Department of Zoology and the Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience at The University of British Columbia, Vancouver

Position description

The Department of Zoology and the Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience at The University of British Columbia invite applications for a tenure-track appointment at the level of Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Educational Leadership stream with a focus on Neuroscience.

The UBC Undergraduate Neuroscience and Biology Programs place a premium on excellent teaching. The successful candidate would join 10 other tenure-track or tenured faculty in the Educational Leadership stream in the Department of Zoology in the Faculty of Science. Our programs consist of courses ranging from large multi-section courses to small specialty courses. We expect a successful candidate to implement state-of-the-art approaches to teaching and learning and to demonstrate innovation in pedagogy. The position is based at UBC’s Vancouver campus. UBC’s campuses are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Syilx (Okanagan) Peoples and of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil Waututh) Nations.

The successful candidate will have been awarded a PhD in neurobiology or a related field before the start date of the position. Candidates must demonstrate the ability or strong potential to teach large enrollment courses in neurosciences (appropriate to their background) at various levels of undergraduate instruction. Successful candidates will demonstrate evidence of outstanding teaching ability and the potential to contribute to ongoing curriculum and course development. Candidates must be committed to improving undergraduate teaching, engaging with discipline-based educational research, and leading collaborative teaching teams. They will have a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, to create a welcoming community for all, particularly for those who are historically, persistently or systemically marginalized.

The successful candidate will be appointed in the Department of Zoology, but with primary educational leadership and teaching responsibilities in the Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience. The candidate’s teaching load would be composed largely of Neuroscience (NSCI) courses, but may also include Biology courses (Zoology faculty teach within the Biology program). Initial duties of the position will consist of teaching introductory neuroscience courses (for example, NSCI 140) and future duties will be determined by the needs of the Undergraduate Program of Neuroscience.

As the successful candidate moves towards promotion and tenure, they will take on Educational Leadership roles that align with their skills, interests, and the needs of the Neuroscience and Biology programs. As a member of the UBC Educational Leadership stream, the candidate is expected to demonstrate promise of strong educational leadership, and is expected to meet the requirements for promotion and tenure within the prescribed time frame (as described here: https://science.ubc.ca/sites/science.ubc.ca/files/FacultyofScience_EL_DP.pdf and https://hr.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/documents/Educational_Leadership_Stream_Criteria.pdf). To facilitate educational leadership roles, there will be opportunities to work in collaboration with Science Education Specialists (https://skylight.science.ubc.ca/contact) in the Biology program on course or curriculum development, or projects to assess pedagogy. In addition to the duties outlined above, the candidate is expected to participate actively in departmental activities, service, events, and initiatives.

As this is a tenure-track position, the successful candidate will be reviewed for reappointment, tenure, and promotion in subsequent years, in accordance with the Collective Agreement. For a description of the Assistant Professor of Teaching rank and criteria for reappointment and promotion, visit: http://www.hr.ubc.ca/faculty-relations/collective-agreements/appointment-faculty/. To support the candidate, two established faculty members will be assigned as mentors.

The Department of Zoology is a dynamic, highly collaborative and collegial department that is internationally recognized for strengths in ecology, evolution, cell and developmental biology, and comparative physiology. The department currently has over 40 active research faculty, 10 educational leadership faculty, 10 lecturers, 23 staff, 120 graduate students, 34 postdoctoral fellows/research associates, and many undergraduates.

The Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience, launched in 2022, is a tri-faculty collaboration between the Departments of Psychology (Faculty of Arts), Zoology (Faculty of Science), and Cellular & Physiological Sciences (Faculty of Medicine). The program has two area of focus: 1) Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience; 2) Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience.

The successful candidate would also become a member of the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health (DMCBH), which brings together experts in the fields of neuroscience, psychiatry, neurology, and rehabilitation in a hub for training, research, and clinical care. As the heart of the UBC neuroscience community and one of the most comprehensive brain care and research centres in Canada, the DMCBH has transformed UBC into an international leader in neuroscience research (https://www.centreforbrainhealth.ca/).

How to apply

Applicants are asked to provide:

  • a letter of application;
  • a curriculum vitae;
  • a teaching dossier that includes: statement of teaching philosophy that demonstrates a research-informed approach to teaching neuroscience as well as courses in neuroscience (maximum two pages); a sample syllabus for an introductory course in neuroscience; record of courses taught (if not already included in the CV); course evaluations and peer-review of teaching reports, if available; examples of pedagogical materials; examples of any contributions (published or unpublished) to scholarship of teaching and learning or educational leadership (if not already included in the CV);
  • a statement of past and potential contributions to educational leadership (including, where appropriate, how these contributions create/advance a culture of equity and inclusion); maximum one page.
  • a diversity statement describing your lived background experience (if comfortable), and your past experience and future plans regarding working with a diverse student body, and contributing to a culture of equity and inclusion (maximum one page).

Application packages should be submitted as a single PDF document, uploaded to Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30389 .

The closing date for applications is October 15th, 2025 with the appointment anticipated to begin on or after January 1st, 2026.

Please provide names, titles, and contact information for 3 referees. Please note we do not require letters of reference as part of your initial application. However, your listed references should be willing to provide a letter of reference at a later date should your candidacy progress.

This position is subject to final budgetary approval. The expected pay range for this position is $105,000/year to $130,000/year. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. Inclusion is built by individual and institutional responsibility through continuous engagement with diversity to inspire people, ideas, and actions for a better world. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuk, or Indigenous person. UBC acknowledges that certain circumstances may cause career interruptions that legitimately affect an applicant’s record of research or educational leadership achievement. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like consideration given to the impact of any circumstances, such as those due to health or family reasons, in order to allow for a fair assessment of their research productivity.

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

If you have any needs or questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the job application, recruitment and hiring process or for more information and support, please visit UBC’s Center For Workplace Accessibility website at https://hr.ubc.ca/health-and-wellbeing/working-injury-illness-or-disability/centre-workplace-accessibility or contact the Centre at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.

The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all candidates (including but not limited to disabled people). Confidential accommodations are available on request by contacting Manager, HR Services, Department of Zoology by email at zoology.hr@ubc.ca.

Associate Professor / Professor – Krembil Chair in Neuroscience and Mental Health, University of Toronto

Date Posted: 07/25/2025
Closing Date: 10/31/2025, 11:59PM ET  Open until Filled
Req ID: 44471
Job Category: Faculty – Clinical
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Dept of Psychiatry
Hospital Affiliation: TBD
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The University of Toronto (U of T) Department of Psychiatry is seeking applicants for the Krembil Chair in Neuroscience and Mental Health. The successful candidate must already hold, or be eligible for, a Full-Time Clinical (MD) or Status-Only (PhD) academic appointment with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, U of T, at the rank of Professor; Associate Professors may also be considered based on their experience and accomplishments. The term of the Chair position is 5 years with the opportunity for one 5-year renewal following a successful review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Position start date is December 1, 2025, or on a mutually agreed upon later date. 


U of T has one of the strongest research and teaching faculties in North America, and is consistently ranked as the top Canadian university in international rankings. The Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN), composed of the University and its eight fully affiliated institutes, is one of the world’s largest, most productive academic health science centres.


The successful candidate will be an experienced scientist with a strong record of independent research in mental health and brain science, with evidence of productivity (i.e., peer reviewed publications and grants) and leadership in educating and mentoring students and junior faculty members. The ability to build partnership with a wide range of stakeholders and provide national and international leadership in the field of mental health and brain science is essential. The successful candidate must be able to function proficiently in English.


Mental disorders are the leading cause of disability in the world and are among the most prevalent disorders of our time. As a U of T Department of Psychiatry endowed research chair, the Krembil Chair in Neuroscience and Mental Health will develop and lead research to prevent, diagnose and treat patients with mental disorders.


Scientists who are contributing significantly to the body of scholarship and advancement of mental health and brain science, with a national or international reputation in their field, are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must have a strong research focus and hold either an MD or a PhD in a relevant discipline with significant expertise in this area of research. If a practicing phsyician, the canddiate must hold an MD, MBBS, or equivalent degree and be certified or be eligible for certification by the Royal College of Physicans and Surgeons of Canada, or have comparable qualifications;  the candidate must also hold or be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.  MD or PhD candidate’s excellence in research should be evidenced by collaborations and peer-reviewed publications in leading journals; a track record of collaborative science, productivity, excellence and leadership is essential. 


The Chair will be based at one of the eight fully-affiliated TAHSN hospitals and if the Chair holder is a practicing physician, they are expected to become a member of the hospital’s academic practice plan and will be entitled to additional support for their clinical activities. Total compensation will depend on the amount of clinical work performed (estimated based on fee for service billing) but will be in the range of approximately $293,000 to $400,000, commensurate with academic rank, qualifications and experience. 


Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest (of up to two pages), a curriculum vitae, and contact information of three referees via email to:

Rachel Delaney
Faculty Engagement and Academic Affairs Office
Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto
rachel.delaney@utoronto.ca 


For more information on the Department of Psychiatry please visit the website www.psychiatry.utoronto.ca

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.

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.

Visit the University of Toronto website for full details and to apply:

https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Associate-Professor-Professor-Krembil-Chair-in-Neuroscience-and-Mental-Health-ON/594332817

Assistant or associate professor-researcher in Neuroscience related to neurological disorders and/or neural regeneration and precision health – Université de Montréal

Neuroscience Axis, Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier de l’UdeM (CRCHUM) Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal (UdeM)

The Neuroscience Research Axis of the CRCHUM and the Department of Neuroscience of the UdeM are inviting applications for a position of assistant or associate professor-researcher in neuroscience with focus on understanding the mechanisms of neuronal regeneration and survival and/or the mechanisms underlying neurological disorders (e.g., neurovascular or neurodegenerative diseases). The selected candidate will need to develop an independent, competitive, and original research program addressing questions that bridge basic neuroscience with adult neurology and/or psychiatry. Priority will be given to research programs relevant to spinal cord injury or precision health. Applicants with expertise combining advanced approaches such as stem cell technologies, genomics, optogenetics, neural activity imaging, or neural network analysis and with the use of human data and samples or of high-level artificial intelligence-based analyses are strongly encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will be expected to contribute to the development and implementation of novel techniques and technologies in neuroscience, notably through the development of collaborations with researchers of the Neuroscience Axis and of other research axes of the CRCHUM.

The Neuroscience Axis of the CRCHUM is primarily dedicated to elucidating the biological, environmental, and social mechanisms underlying diseases of the nervous system, and to developing innovative new therapies to prevent, treat, or cure them. The axis brings together 20 regular researchers (including 11 clinician scientists) working across five main research themes: neurodegeneration/neurorepair, neuroimmunology, epilepsy, neurovascular disorders, and addiction/mental health. The Department of Neuroscience of the UdeM comprises 142 experts in basic and clinical neuroscience (neurology and pediatric neurology) who are involved in a wide range of research and training programs across different sites. The department offers an integrated neuroscience education at the undergraduate, master, and doctorate levels, and leads medical training in neurology at both the doctoral (MD) and postdoctoral (residency) levels.

Please follow the link to learn more about the Neuroscience Axis of the CRCHUM: https://www.chumontreal.qc.ca/en/crchum/recherche/axes-recherche/neuroscience

And this one for the Department of Neuroscience: Département de neurosciences

Your Role

Through your teaching activities with students and your research program, you will contribute to the development and excellence of the CRCHUM, the Department of Neuroscience, and the Faculty of Medicine of the UdeM. You will also help promote your field of expertise and actively participate in the operation of renowned institutions. In this capacity, you will be expected to:

  • Develop and pursue an innovative research program in neuroscience, leveraging state-of-the-art infrastructures available or developed to investigate, among other things, the mechanisms of neuronal regeneration and survival or those underlying neurological disorders (including spinal cord disorders);
  • Take on a leadership role within the scientific community, both in Canada and internationally;
  • Build connections with existing expertise of the CRCHUM and the UdeM. In this regard, the recruited candidate will need to foster collaborations with clinicians and researchers working to understand the biological, environmental, and social mechanisms of nervous system diseases and to develop new therapeutic strategies;
  • Teach at all university levels, supervise graduate students and postdoctoral trainees, and contribute to the various activities of the institutions and affiliated centers.

To succeed in this role, you will require

  • a Ph.D. or an equivalent university degree;
  • a postdoctoral experience in neuroscience, preferably related to diseases and injuries of the nervous system;
  • a high-quality research record that includes significant publications and other impactful contributions in basic neuroscience, preferably related to neurological diseases and conditions;
  • an expertise in experimental approaches such as stem cell technologies, genomics, optogenetics, neural activity imaging, or neural network analysis;
  • the ability to provide high-quality academic teaching and student supervision;
  • the skills and motivation to develop research collaborations and to contribute to the activities of the institution and its affiliated centers;
  • a sufficient knowledge of the French language or be committed to learning it once hired, notably through the French language support program offered by the UdeM.

How to apply

You are invited to submit a single PDF document that includes the following in this order:

  • a cover letter (maximum of three pages); **To comply with requirements of the Government of Canada, please include in this letter one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen or permanent resident” or “I am not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident”;
  • a document detailing the research program to be pursued (maximum of three pages);
  • a curriculum vitæ;
  • up to five publications, including recent research work.

In addition, three letters of recommendation from peers familiar with your training and academic career must be sent to the email address below directly by the individuals who have written these letters. The application package (a single file) and the letters of recommendation must be submitted by email before July 30, 2025, to:

Dr. Valérie Mongrain
Manager of the Neuroscience Axis, CRCHUM
Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine, UdeM
Email (administrative agent): eve.beaulieu.chum@ssss.gouv.qc.ca

Dr Alexandre Prat, Director
Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine, UdeM

Additional information about the position

Application deadline: Until July 30, 2025, inclusively

Salary The CRCHUM and the UdeM offer competitive salaries and a full range of benefits. Starting date As of January 1st, 2026 (negotiable)

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

The CRCHUM and the UdeM place the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the heart their mission. Thus, the CRCHUM and UdeM embrace a broad and inclusive definition of diversity that goes beyond applicable laws, and therefore encourages all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of their characteristics.

In order to measure the impact of equity, diversity, and inclusion actions, institutions are collecting data on applicants who identify with one of the groups targeted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act (e.g., women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities). The information you provide is strictly confidential. If you wish, you may indicate that you belong to one of the targeted groups in your cover letter, which will be reviewed by the selection committee during the selection process.

In addition, if you wish to keep your application confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.

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Director of the Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute Hospital)

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DIRECTOR OF THE NEURO

(MONTREAL NEUROLOGICAL INSTITUTE-HOSPITAL)

a joint leadership position within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University and the McGill University Health Centre

The McGill University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and the McGill University Health Centre invite applications for a full-time position at the rank of Full Professor as Director of The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)

Since its creation in 1934, the Montreal Neurological Institute of McGill University (MNI) and the Montreal Neurological Hospital of the McGill University Health Centre (MNH)—together referred to as The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)—have been at the forefront of research into the causes and the treatment of neurological disease. With more than 1,500 staff and trainees, The Neuro is one of the leading comprehensive neurological centres in the world, recognized for the seamless integration of world-class neuroscience research with outstanding clinical neurology and neurosurgery programs. At the core of The Neuro’s philosophy is the notion that high-impact research and cutting-edge clinical care are best driven by scientists and clinicians who are experts in their respective areas and work in close proximity, facilitating the exchange between bench and bedside. The Neuro’s status as a premier neuroscience institution with outstanding facilities and a commitment to Open Science attracts leading investigators, including a strong cadre of clinician-scientists, and accomplished clinicians. It maintains key collaborations with neuroscientists not only across the McGill network, but also with scientists across Québec, throughout Canada, and internationally. The Neuro has a long history of success in training and education and attracts clinical and basic science students and visiting scholars from around the world.

As a teaching and research institute of McGill University, The Neuro is at the centre of McGill’s strategic plan in research and training in the neurosciences, is the home of North America’s largest graduate program—the Integrated Program in Neurosciences—and a key site for McGill’s clinical training programs in Neurology and Neurosurgery. As the cornerstone of the McGill University Health Centre’s Neuroscience Mission, The Neuro provides high-calibre specialized patient care.

The Neuro provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for the full spectrum of neurological disorders. The hospital has 85 inpatient beds, including a neuro-intensive care unit, four surgical suites, state-of-the-art interventional neuroradiology, advanced CT, MEG, PET and MR imaging facilities, specialty outpatient clinics, a day hospital, rehabilitation and clinical research facilities. Neurosurgeons and neurologists, together with other specialists, hold academic appointments in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of McGill University. This uniquely integrated group of 120 faculty members (including 97 principal investigators, over 68 physicians, ~30 clinician-scientists), 200+ nurses, and ~40 allied health professionals work closely with an interdisciplinary team of over 350 healthcare professionals representing specialized nursing and rehabilitation services and clinical support staff to provide world-class health care for neurological patients, seamlessly integrated with basic research. This environment provides exceptional training for the next generation of leaders in the clinical and translational neurosciences.

Our dedicated team of experts lead international research teams that generate research and translational support from grants, awards, and contracts of approximately $55 million per year. The Neuro’s multidisciplinary teams generate fundamental information that spans the full spectrum of neuroscience from cell and molecular biology to brain imaging and cognitive neuroscience. Over 40+ neurology and neurosurgery residents and 300 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows from around the world pursue scientific training at The Neuro each year.

The Clinical Research Unit (CRU) at The Neuro ranks among the largest neurological research centres in Canada, conducting more than 100 clinical trials each year. The Neuro’s CRU team consists of a diverse group of professionals from a wide range backgrounds, including nurses, physical therapists, study coordinators, laboratory technicians, research ethics coordinators, and trial finance managers. Our teams have extensive expertise in managing complex protocols and cutting-edge therapeutics; we are committed to finding new and better medicines for people living with neurological diseases, all while producing top-line data for pharmaceutical companies and other research organizations. 

Vision

McGill, its Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and the MUHC are committed to a vision of The Neuro as a hub for path-breaking research and discovery in the neurosciences for North America and the world, inextricably linked to its role in providing outstanding neurological care. The breadth of research at The Neuro ranges from work done at the McConnell Brain Imaging Centre on how humans appreciate music to cellular and molecular research on mitochondrial disorders, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis. In the coming years, opportunities will include renewal of clinical infrastructure and interdisciplinary clinical care, a potential move to the McGill University Health Centre’s Glen site, and reimagining research and innovation to effectively tackle important questions in clinical neuroscience and bring that knowledge to bear to improve the care of people living with neurological disorders.

  1. The Position

This major leadership role is a joint position of Director of the Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI) and Director of the Montreal Neurological Hospital (MNH). The reporting line for the former is to the Vice-President, Health Affairs and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and for the latter to the Associate President and Executive Director of the MUHC. The successful candidate will assume strategic, operational, academic, and financial responsibilities for The Neuro, while maintaining close partnerships with both campus-based research and education programs and with the clinical care, research, and teaching activities at the MUHC and Research Institute of the MUHC. This will include co-management of clinical teams with the Associate Director of Nursing, Neurosciences Mission, MUHC. Broadly, the new Director will be expected to promote excellence in research, teaching, and clinical care at The Neuro.

Key priorities for this exciting and challenging position will include:

  • developing the structures and mechanisms to sustain and enhance research excellence;
  • supporting excellence in teaching in the neurosciences at all levels;
  • promoting excellence in clinical care;
  • enhancing the provincial, national, and international profile of The Neuro and its role as a hub for path-breaking research and discovery with clinical impact in the neurosciences.
  1. Candidate Profile

1.           Strategic leadership

McGill and the MUHC are looking for a visionary individual who is collaborative and capable of developing and implementing a vision by actively obtaining input from varied constituencies and stakeholders, finding alignment, implementing change, and effectively motivating diverse members of a large, complex organization.

2.           Effective proponent of integrated research, exceptional clinical care, and innovative teaching

The successful candidate will hold an MD and/or a PhD, have a record of internationally recognized research excellence as well as substantive experience in the clinical neurosciences. A clinician-scientist profile is preferred. The incumbent will be expected to demonstrate a clear commitment to the vision of world-class research linked seamlessly with excellence in clinical care and will have a strong sense of the bench-to-bedside trajectory. Knowledge of the Québec healthcare system and a record of achievement in translational neuroscience will be considered an asset. MD applicants who intend to practice clinically must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the province of Québec.

3.           General management abilities

The ideal candidate will be an established leader with a record of success in managing complex units. Experience in navigating institutional, academic, and public policy channels to make progress on multifaceted issues is expected, as is a strong commitment to equity and inclusion. As this position involves frequent interaction with the Québec government and other Québec-based partners, the ability to communicate effectively in French, as well as in English, is required. Previous endeavours will be characterized by innovation and creativity that speak to an entrepreneurial mindset. In addition, demonstrated success in attracting, mentoring, and motivating diverse research, clinical and academic staff in support of a shared mission of excellence is expected.

4.           Fundraising acumen

The successful candidate will be fully committed to contributing to the fundraising mission of The Neuro. Developing and leveraging strategic, long-term fundraising relationships are important to The Neuro’s success. The successful candidate must demonstrate the skills and willingness needed to be effective in this regard.

  1. Term and Salary

The Director position has a 5-year term that is renewable. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

  1. Appointment

The successful candidate will be appointed as a Full Professor in the Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery at McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and appointed to the appropriate Hospital position at the MUHC. A tenure stream position will be available for the appropriate candidate.

The successful candidate will be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., research, teaching, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

McGill faculty members are also expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is also expected.

The following supporting documents are required:

  • CV and cover letter describing leadership experience and vision;
  • Statement of research (limit one page and may include up to five pages of supporting documents);
  • The names and contact information of three referees.

Applications must be submitted online via the McGill Careers Site:

https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/McGill_Careers/job/Montreal-Neuro/Director-of-The-Neuro–Montreal-Neurological-Institute-Hospital—-A-joint-position_JR0000066888

Candidates should submit their application within 30 days of publication of this advertisement. For any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the primary recruiter at liliana.ospina@mcgill.ca or acadsec.med@mcgill.ca.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbal and written.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

McGill University

Founded in 1821, McGill University is home to exceptional students, faculty, and staff from across Canada and around the world. It is consistently ranked as one of the top universities, both nationally and internationally. It is a world-renowned institution of higher learning with over 39,000 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 325,000 alumni from over 180 countries around the world. Located in the heart of Montreal, McGill counts itself among the finest research-intensive universities in the world. With a strong focus on interdisciplinary learning and celebrated for its rigorous intellectual pursuits and commitment to nurturing a diverse community of scholars, students, and staff, McGill University is a hub for intellectual curiosity, creativity, and growth.

The McGill University Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is comprised of 5,480 academics, 970 staff members, 5,931 students, residents, and fellows, 6 schools, and 2,212 graduate student researchers based within McGill’s network and 3 large academic health and social services centres located across 4 major urban teaching sites. Our dedicated team of experts are committed to uniting science and humanism to train outstanding health professionals and scientists who together lead the discovery, innovation, and care needed to improve the health of Québecers and communities around the world.

The McGill University Centre

The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is an adult and paediatric academic health centre, affiliated with McGill’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, with an international reputation for excellence in clinical care, research and education. It has a responsibility for assuring tertiary paediatric and adult services for the University Integrated Health and Social Services Network of McGill (RUISSS McGill) across a vast territory of Québec in addition to providing comprehensive healthcare services to its local community. Patients receive care in English and French, as desired, while the MUHC assures interpretative services are available in a host of languages as may be necessary to support the multicultural population it serves. 

The MUHC is the result of a voluntary merger in 1997 of the Montreal General Hospital (1821), the Royal Victoria Hospital (1893), the Montreal Chest Institute (1903), the Montreal Children’s Hospital (1904), and the Montreal Neurological Hospital (1934). In 2008, the Lachine Hospital (1913) and the CHSLD Camille-Lefebvre became part of the MUHC. On December 1, 2024, the MUHC became an establishment of Santé Québec, Québec’s new single employer for health and social services. The Research Institute of the MUHC (1997) brings together eight (8) research programs in adult and child health. It accelerates the translation of biomedical research to improve human health.

The MUHC’s vision is to make a local to global impact by mobilizing together on sustainable, innovative practices, research, and teaching that deliver compassionate world-class complex care to people of all ages and promote a healthier planet. Our teams value excellence, compassion, respect and integrity, as well as collaboration.

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 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, this email accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca or by phone at 514-398-2477.

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

Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure-track type) in Addiction and Mental Health

Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure-track type) in Addiction and Mental Health

Neuroscience Axis, Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier de l’UdeM (CRCHUM)

Department of Psychiatry and Addictology, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal (UdeM)

The Neuroscience Research Axis of the CRCHUM and the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology of the UdeM are inviting applications for a faculty position in human addiction and mental health. Early career candidates are encouraged to apply (exceptional mid-career applicants will also be considered).

The candidate will be expected to develop an independent, competitive, and original research program that addresses questions linking expertise in digital phenotyping, ‘omics’ approaches (e.g., epigenomics, transcriptomics, etc.), the study of mechanisms underlying therapeutic approaches and/or functional brain imaging (MEG, PET, fMRI, etc.) applied to addiction and psychiatric comorbidities. Individuals with expertise in combining multiple cutting-edge approaches and working with human data and samples, or in conducting high-level analyses based on artificial intelligence and/or precision medicine, are strongly encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will be expected to foster collaborations with researchers within the Neuroscience Research Axis and other research axes at the CRCHUM, as well as with members of the Department of Psychiatry of the Centre hospitalier de l’UdeM (CHUM).

The CRCHUM is one of the largest hospital-based research centers in North America, with nearly 500 researchers. The Neuroscience Research Axis at the CRCHUM is primarily dedicated to uncovering the biological, environmental, and social mechanisms underlying nervous system disorders, and to developing innovative therapies to prevent, treat, or cure them. The axis includes 21 regular researchers (including 11 clinician-scientists) working across five main research themes: neurodegeneration/neurorepair, neuroimmunology, epilepsy, neurovascular research, and addiction/mental health. The UdeM is one of the world’s leading research universities, and represents the primary hub of higher education in the province of Quebec. The Department of Psychiatry and Addictology of the UdeM includes more than 330 professors and researchers across multiple sites, conducting clinical, epidemiological, basic, and social science research. The Department plays a key role in training psychiatrists and researchers with interest in mental health and substance use disorders in Quebec.

Please follow the link to learn more about the Neuroscience Axis of the CRCHUM: https://www.chumontreal.qc.ca/en/crchum/recherche/axes-recherche/neuroscience

And this one for the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology: https://psychiatrie.umontreal.ca/

Your Role

Through your teaching activities and research, you will contribute to the development and excellence of the CRCHUM, the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology, and the Faculty of Medicine of the UdeM. You will also ensure the visibility of your discipline in addition to actively participate in the operation of a renowned institution. As such, you must:

  • Develop and pursue an innovative research program on mental health and addiction, leveraging existing cutting-edge infrastructure to support this work and/or via the development and deployment of new infrastructure;
  • Take on a leadership role within the scientific community, both in Canada and internationally;
  • Build connections with existing research teams of the Neuroscience Axis and other research axes at the CRCHUM, as well as teams across sites affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology of the UdeM. In this regard, the recruited candidate is expected to foster collaborations with scientists and clinicians having interests to understand the biological, environmental, and social mechanisms underlying psychiatric disorders and to develop new therapeutic strategies in mental health;
  • Teach at all university levels, supervise postdoctoral trainees, and contribute to the various activities of the institution and its affiliated centers.

By joining the Neuroscience Axis at the CRCHUM and the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology of the Faculty of Medicine, you will contribute to their mission of leadership in teaching and research through an innovative and interdisciplinary research program aimed at addressing major societal challenges related to mental health.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need

  • a PhD or an equivalent university degree;
  • a postdoctoral experience in clinical research, neuroscience, bioinformatics, epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related field (skills in deep learning or artificial intelligence will be considered an asset);
  • a research record that includes publications and other significant contributions related to psychiatric disorders (addiction) and mental health;
  • an interdisciplinary research expertise;
  • skills and motivation to develop research collaborations and to contribute to the activities of the institution and its affiliated centers;
  • the ability to provide high-quality university teaching and mentoring of students;
  • sufficient knowledge of the French language or be committed to learning it once in position, notably through the French language support program offered by the UdeM.

How to apply

You are invited to submit a single PDF document that includes the following in this order:

  • a cover letter (maximum of three pages);

**To comply with requirements of the Government of Canada, please include in this letter one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen or permanent resident” or “I am not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident”;

  • a document detailing the research program to be pursued (maximum of three pages);
  • a curriculum vitæ;
  • up to five publications, including recent research work.

In addition, three letters of recommendation from peers familiar with your training and academic career must be sent to the email address below directly by the individuals who have written these letters.

The application package (a single file) and the letters of recommendation must be submitted by email before July 15, 2025, to:

Dr. Valérie Mongrain

Manager of the Neuroscience Axis, CRCHUM

Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine, UdeM

Email (administrative agent): eve.beaulieu.chum@ssss.gouv.qc.ca

Dr. Didier Jutras-Aswad, Chief

Department of Psychiatry, CHUM

Department of Psychiatry and Addictology, Faculty of Medicine, UdeM

Additional information about the position

Application deadline

Until July 15, 2025, inclusively

Salary

The CRCHUM and the UdeM offer competitive salaries and a full range of benefits.

Starting date

As of October 1st, 2025 (negotiable).

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

UdeM places the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion at the heart of each of its missions. Through its Equal Access Employment Program (EAEP), UdeM invites applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, 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 who identify with one of the groups targeted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act, namely women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities. The information you provide 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.

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Assistant/Associate Professor (Research), Single Cell Genomics, Department of Psychiatry (2 positions) – McGill University

https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/McGill_Careers/job/Douglas-Hosp-Burland/Assistant-Associate-Professor–Research—Single-Cell-Genomics–Department-of-Psychiatry–2-positions—C3-231215-_JR0000050127-1

Position Description

The McGill University Department of Psychiatry, in collaboration with the Douglas Research Centre (DRC) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, invites applications for a full-time Contract Academic Staff position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (Research) in the field of Single Cell Genomics applied to the brain and mental disorders. The professorial rank will be determined according to the candidate’s qualifications and experience. This will be a three-year (renewable) appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure. The role includes establishing an independent research program and supervising students.

The McGill University Department of Psychiatry has a rich history of scientific innovation with sustained expertise in psychotherapy, substance abuse research, psychoneuroendocrinology, psychoimmunology, genetics, epigenetics, advanced brain imaging, and computational and digital psychiatry. It remains a global leader in integrating cutting-edge science with clinical practice to train future psychiatric researchers and clinicians.

With over 55 researchers spanning a full range of mental health research (i.e., neuroscience, clinical services, policy, and epidemiology/population health), the Douglas Research Centre (DRC) has been an international leader in mental health research for more than 40 years. The DRC has been at the forefront of pioneering innovative methods in the field of psychiatry, including single-cell neurobiology, computational and digital psychiatry, (digital) biomarkers, and the use of novel methods and data for assessing mental health. The DRC has recently secured significant funding for a research program focused on using Single Cell approaches to gain insights into the brain and its related disorders. The DRC has a strong history of advancing interdisciplinary research programs, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to better understand psychiatric disorders and translate these insights into clinical practice.

McGill University is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, with students from over 140 countries. The university is located in Montreal, a cosmopolitan city with great cultural and linguistic diversity. It has long been considered a leader in neuroscience and a strong innovator in methods that support a wide spectrum of basic and clinical research endeavours. The university’s strong training programs in Biological and Biomedical Engineering, Psychiatry, and Quantitative Life Sciences as well as the Integrated Program in Neuroscience favour the development of strong multidisciplinary research teams.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be involved in the academic activities of the McGill University Department of Psychiatry in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The incumbent will be expected to conduct rigorous cutting-edge research in the area of Single Cell Genomics applied to the brain and mental disorders. They will develop a fundamental, disease-relevant research program in their own areas of expertise, aligned with the strategic priorities of the Douglas Research Centre and the Department of Psychiatry.

Applicants with expertise and relevant experience developing new methodologies or applying established Single Cell approaches to animal or cell models of mental disorders or in the postmortem brain study of psychiatric disorders are encouraged to apply.

The incumbent will be appointed to the McGill University Department of Psychiatry; they will be expected to establish an independent research program, supervise students, and contribute to formal classroom teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to independently acquire funds to support the training of graduate students at the MSc and Ph.D. level. They will be expected to disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and other knowledge translation and exchange activities, participate actively in all aspects of the Research Centre and McGill’s academic mission, demonstrating a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas.

The successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in all aspects of McGill’s academic mission (i.e., teaching, research, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees).

McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

  • Have a Ph.D. and have completed advanced postdoctoral training in a related field;
  • Demonstrate excellent research productivity and the ability to attract competitive funding;
  • Have a track record in the field of Single Cell Genomics;
  • Demonstrate a commitment to and, in accordance with circumstances, a track record in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI);
  • Fluency in English is essential; a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within few years of appointment is preferred.

Note: For more information about the eligibility for promotion and reappointment, please consult the following link: https://www.mcgill.ca/apo/academic-life-cycle/contract-academic-staff-cas/ranked-cas

Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Psychiatry
Employee Type: Contract Academic Staff (‘Academic Contractual’)
Rank: Assistant/Associate Professor
Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Job Status: Full-time

Posting Period: 30 days from date of posting

The following supporting documents are required:

  • Cover letter and curriculum vitae;
  • Statement of research interests and goals;
  • Statement of teaching philosophy;
  • Names and contact information of three referees.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

L’Université McGill est une institution de langue anglaise dans laquelle la majorité des activités d’enseignement et de recherche s’effectuent en langue anglaise, rendant essentielle l’utilisation de l’anglais pour la communication orale et écrite.

Use a personal email address when creating an account in Workday to submit your application. Do not use @mail.mcgill.ca or @mcgill.ca email accounts to apply.

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.

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Assistant Professor (Research), Department of Psychiatry, Artificial Intelligence in Psychiatry, McGill University

Reference # C1-250507
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences – Department of Psychiatry and the Douglas Research Centre


Position description

The McGill University Department of Psychiatry, in collaboration with the Douglas Research Centre (DRC) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, invites applications for a full-time Contract Academic Staff position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Research) in Artificial Intelligence in Psychiatry (language and data science). The professorial rank will be determined according to the candidate’s qualifications and experience. This will be a three-year (renewable) appointment and does not confer eligibility for tenure. The role includes establishing an independent research program and supervising students.

The McGill University Department of Psychiatry has a rich history of scientific innovation with sustained expertise in psychotherapy, substance abuse research, psychoneuroendocrinology, psychoimmunology, genetics, epigenetics, advanced brain imaging, and computational and digital psychiatry. It remains a global leader in integrating cutting-edge science with clinical practice to train future psychiatric researchers and clinicians.

With over 55 researchers spanning a full range of mental health research (i.e., neuroscience, clinical services, policy, and epidemiology/population health), the Douglas Research Centre (DRC) has been an international leader in mental health research for more than 40 years. The DRC has been at the forefront of pioneering innovative methods in the field of psychiatry, including computational and digital psychiatry, (digital) biomarkers, and the use of novel methods and data for assessing mental health. The DRC has a strong history of advancing interdisciplinary research programs, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to better understand psychiatric disorders and translate these insights into clinical practice. The Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, to which the holder of this post will be affiliated with, is a unique initiative that combines multiple disciplines of research and training for the service of youth facing mental health challenges.

McGill University is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, with students from over 140 countries. The university is located in Montreal, a cosmopolitan city with great cultural and linguistic diversity. It has long been considered a leader in neuroscience and a strong innovator in methods that support a wide spectrum of basic and clinical research endeavours. The university’s strong training programs in Biological and Biomedical Engineering, Psychiatry, and Quantitative Life Sciences as well as the Integrated Program in Neuroscience favour the development of strong multidisciplinary research teams.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will be involved in the academic activities of the McGill University Department of Psychiatry in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The incumbent will be expected to have a track record in computational psychiatry, with expertise in natural language processing (NLP), computational linguistics, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence methods. Scientists from any discipline, but with a focus on speech and language analysis, NLP-derived biomarkers, and computational modeling across psychiatric populations are especially encouraged to apply. Experience in either neuroimaging or longitudinal studies in early intervention is desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to actively interface and interact with other research programs, such as speech banks and cognitive neuroscience projects within the Douglas Research Centre, McGill University, and associated institutions. The incumbent will focus on two pillars of academic work. They will be expected to establish an independent research program and supervise students. The successful candidate will also be expected to conduct rigorous cutting-edge research, therefore augmenting the existing efforts of the Douglas Research Centre. The incumbent will be expected to develop a fundamental, disease-relevant research program in their own areas of expertise, aligned with the strategic priorities of the Douglas Research Centre and the McGill University Department of Psychiatry. The successful candidate will be expected to independently acquire funds to support the training of graduate students at the M.Sc. and Ph.D. level. The incumbent will also be expected to disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and other knowledge translation and exchange activities, participate and be actively involved in the academic activities of the Douglas Research Centre and McGill’s academic mission, demonstrating a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas. The successful candidate will also be expected to be actively involved in relevant aspects of McGill’s academic mission (e.g., research, supervision of students and residents, and involvement in academic and administrative committees). McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Candidates must:

  • Have a Ph.D. in Computational Psychiatry, Computational Linguistics, Computer Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a related field;
  • Have completed advanced postdoctoral training;
  • Demonstrate excellent research productivity and the ability to attract competitive funding;
  • Demonstrate experience or significant potential in developing clinical prediction models, digital biomarkers, or computational language-based methods relevant to psychiatric populations;
  • Demonstrate a commitment to, and in accordance with circumstances, a track record in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI);
  • Fluency in English is essential; a working knowledge of French, or a commitment to acquiring it within few years of appointment is preferred.


Note: For more information about the eligibility for promotion and reappointment, please consult the following link: https://www.mcgill.ca/apo/academic-life-cycle/contract-academic-staff-cas/ranked-cas


Faculty/Department/Unit: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Psychiatry

Employee Type: Contract Academic Staff (‘Academic Contractual’) Rank: Assistant Professor (Research)

Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience

Job Status: Full-time

Posting Period: 30 Days from posting

The following supporting documents are required:

  • Cover letter and curriculum vitae;
  • Statement of research interests and goals;
  • Statement of teaching philosophy;
  • Names and contact information of three referees.

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McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.
Applications must be submitted on-line at: https://mcgill.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/McGill_Careers/job/Douglas-Hosp-Burland/Assistant-Professor–Research—Department-of-Psychiatry–Artificial-Intelligence-in-Psychiatry—C1-250507-_JR0000066007

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.

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