The Department of Biology at the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise in biotechnology and health sciences. The ideal candidate will have experience in the rigorous analysis of in silico data and a proposed biomedical research program that integrates molecular biology with computational analysis (bioinformatics). The successful individual will teach undergraduate courses in our Life Science specialization such as Human Biochemistry, as well as elective(s) in their area of expertise and interest.  The new professor also will apply for research grants and will contribute their expertise to mentoring and supervising undergraduate and graduate research students.

This appointment is expected to start in July 2019 (somewhat flexible depending on availability of the successful candidate), subject to final budgetary approval. The salary will be commensurate with credentials and experience. Full-time, permanent faculty members receive a comprehensive fringe benefit package; details are provided at time of offer in accordance with the UPEIFA collective agreement.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in a related field of biological or biomedical sciences and have relevant postdoctoral experience, must be committed to excellence in teaching, with university teaching experience being a strong asset, and should have potential for developing a strong externally-funded research program, evident by a solid publication record or other peer-reviewed successes.

UPEI is a small, dynamic university with a strong commitment to teaching and research excellence. The Biology Department ( http://www.upei.ca/programsandcourses/biology) is the largest department in the Faculty of Science. Our undergraduate students may graduate with a General biology degree, a specialization (Life Sciences, Environmental Biology) or an articulated degree (Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine; Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation;).  We teach service courses to students studying Nursing, Nutrition, Kinesiology and Environmental Studies. Our graduate students and faculty research interests are in the broad areas of aquatic and marine ecology and toxicology, terrestrial ecology, and health sciences.

Application Instructions:
Please submit the following material electronically in a single pdf file to biologychair@upei.ca: a cover letter, your curriculum vitae, a brief statement of your teaching philosophy with selected portions of a teaching dossier (if available), a brief statement of your proposed research directions, and the names of three referees, including their affiliations, and contact information, as well as professional relationship to you. Please quote the competition number in the email subject. All materials are to be received no later than the closing date but note that review of applications will continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

For additional information, please email or call:
Dr. Marva Sweeney-Nixon
Chair, Dept. of Biology
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Ave.,
Charlottetown, PE Canada  
C1A 4P3 
Biologychair@upei.ca
(902) 566-0633
(or msweeney@upei.ca )

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

Review of applications will begin on August 30, 2018, however the competition will remain open until the position is filled.