NSERC Canada Research Chair - Tier 2 in Metabolomics and Mass Spectrometry
INTERNAL POSTING: Department of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) intends to nominate an exceptional emerging leader in Metabolomics and Mass Spectrometry for an NSERC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) position. This is an internal search and applicants must hold a full-time, tenure-track or tenured appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor in the Faculty of Science at UBC.
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world and is a renowned global centre for teaching, learning and research. Since 1915, UBC has been opening doors of opportunity for people with the curiosity, drive and vision to shape a better world. Today, our students, faculty and staff come from around the world and our international research partnerships and publications help us collaborate on a global scale. UBC is proud to nurture and transform the lives of more than 65,000 students from Canada and 140+ countries around the world.
UBC Vancouver is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People.
The Department of Chemistry is very highly regarded around the world for its high-quality research faculty and strong graduate program. The Department currently boasts four Canada Research Chairs and one CERC Chair (joint with Forestry and Chemical and Biological Engineering), eight members of the Royal Society of Canada, and three members of the Royal Society (UK). Faculty from the Department consistently publish in top-tier journals and are among the most-cited researchers in the country.
The successful candidate will be an emerging scholar who has achieved public and academic recognition for their research in the field of metabolomics and mass spectroscopy and whose scholarly profile and research proposal meet the criteria of the CRC program and demonstrate an excellent fit with institutional strategic goals and the aims of the position. Canada Research Chairs are expected to maintain an outstanding program of research, to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, to attract and supervise undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows, and to contribute to service at all levels within the University and to the profession. Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., candidates must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination). Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.) may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. Tier 2 CRCs are tenable for five years and renewable once. All CRC nominations are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website (https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca) for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria.
Application details: In accordance with UBC’s CRC Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Action Plan, and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, the selection will be restricted to members in one or more of the following designated groups: women and gender minorities, visible minorities (members of groups that are racially categorized), persons with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples. The proposed nominee will be asked to complete this equity survey (https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WJHol7SfPxRMu9) as part of the application process, and applicants must self- identify as belonging to one or more of the designated equity groups to be considered for the position. Because the search is limited to those self-identifying as members of designated equity groups, the proposed nominee must also provide their name when completing the equity survey in order to be considered. This information will be stored in a secure database and made available only to members of the adjudication committee. The application package must be submitted via email to chemsearch@chem.ubc.ca. Successful applicants are expected to submit an application to CRC in the October 2023 CRC national competition.
The application package should include:
1) a curriculum vitae
2) a letter of interest describing the proposed research program (maximum 5 pages):
- Executive Summary (100 words max.) – objectives of the proposed research program
- Context
- Methodology
- Engagement with research users and communication of results
- Description of proposed training strategies
3) a statement on how the nominee’s research and/or teaching contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment (not exceeding 1 page)
4) the names and addresses (e-mail included) of three referees, who can speak to your research, teaching, administrative abilities, and service activities.
5) Email Subject Line: CRC Tier 2 in Metabolomics and Mass Spectroscopy
In assessing applications, UBC recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can have on a candidate's record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process. UBC welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To make a confidential request for accommodations, please contact the Department Head, Michael Wolf, at head@chem.ubc.ca.
Personal information is collected under the authority of sections 26(a) and 26(c) of the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information you provide will only be used to determine whether you qualify for participation in this hiring process. Equity Survey Data will be collected by the UBC Equity & Inclusion Office and only the names of those who identify as women and gender minorities, visible minorities (member of groups that are racially categorized) and/or Indigenous Peoples will be shared with the search committee. Currently, UBC’s CRC complement has a gap in representation of persons with disabilities. Until such time as this is remedied, the names of those self-identifying as having a disability will be provided separately to the search committee. Responses will be stored in a secure database.
The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce, and in particular, for its employees with disabilities. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. For additional information regarding UBC’s accommodation and access policies and resources (for faculty and staff as well as students), please visit the Centre for Workplace Accessibility: https://hr.ubc.ca/health-andwellbeing/working-injury-illness-or-disability/centreworkplaceaccessibility. For support and assistance with accommodation questions, contact workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. 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, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Date Posted: March 1st, 2023
Review of applications will begin on April 2nd, 2023
Research Associate – Materials (2023)
This Research Associate will take on the role of project lead for ongoing proof-of-concept technology development with industrial contract research partners. The successful applicant’s responsibilities include:
Research and Discovery – The candidate will need to carry out experimental development of new automated analytical hardware in the synthesis of novel chemical materials. This will require a demonstrated potential of establishing a successful research program.
Data science – The project requires significant integration with computer science colleagues, curation of large data sets and data visualization. The candidate should have experience with programming and data manipulation in Python.
Technical writing – The candidate will be responsible for creating reports in collaboration with the research team. This may also include preparation of grant proposals for submission to national and international granting agencies. Exceptional communication and writing skills with a demonstrated ability to create these documents are required.
Project management for experimental science – The candidate will be responsible for working with the Principal Investigator and research team to design and guide day to day research activities to meet project milestones for time-sensitive proof of concept project. The candidate should have a proven record of technical program management and a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience.
Qualifications
A recent PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Chemistry or Chemical Science and relevant research experience.
Anticipated start date
April 15, 2023
How to apply
Please visit: https://ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/ubcfacultyjobs/job/UBC-Vancouver-Campus/Research-Associate--Materials-_JR11905
Please visit group website for background on our research activities (heinlab.com)
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been under-represented or discouraged. 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, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. UBC's strategic plan identifies inclusion as one of our key priorities. We welcome colleagues with the experiences and competencies that can contribute to our principles of inclusion, equity and diversity throughout campus life. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Research Associate – Cold Fusion Group (2023)
This Research Associate will lead the highly interdisciplinary “cold” fusion sub group within the Berlinguette Research Group. Their responsibilities include setting goals and objectives, delegating tasks, reporting to stakeholders, overseeing the progress and performance of other scientists and research personnel, as well as quantum materials design, synthesis, and characterization. Additional details are provided below.
The successful applicant responsibilities may include:
- Conducting and supervising research in the field of cold fusion and quantum materials, including identifying and coordinating solutions for complex research problems in the fields of nuclear fusion, plasma physics, neutron detection and electrochemistry;
- Leading the development of novel approaches to nuclear fusion;
- Directing, supervising and coordinating data collection and analysis;
- Identifying issues, barriers, or challenges in the development of benchtop fusion reactors;
- Establishing new / maintaining existing national and international collaborations;
- Writing proposals and research grant applications;
- Designing, synthesizing, and characterizing new quantum material membranes to increase the yield of nuclear fusion reactions;
- Oversee onboarding and training of research team members including students, postdocs and other research personnel.
Qualifications and skills:
- A PhD in condensed matter physics;
- At least 10 years of research experience in highly correlated electron system and magnetism;
- Experience in leading and working with an interdisciplinary team;
- Excellent communication skills, including strong verbal and writing, research and interpersonal skills;
- Innovative and creative thinking and a logical approach to problem solving are also necessary;
- Self-directed and ability to work independently;
- Expertise in: the synthesis of single-crystalline quantum materials; x-ray diffractometry; energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy; scanning electron microscopy; and DSC/TGA;
- Experience with computer-aided simulations of quantum physics using density functional theory;
- Knowledge of measurements of the specific heat, magnetic susceptibility and electrical conductivity as a function of temperature and magnetic fields;
- Experience in Python programming, Origin Pro, LaTex, Mathematica, CAD software.
Anticipated start date
October 1, 2023
How to apply
Please send CV to hrfacilities@chem.ubc.ca no later than midnight on May 30, 2023 with the phrase “Research Associate – Cold Fusion Group” in the subject line.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been under-represented or discouraged. 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, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. UBC's strategic plan identifies inclusion as one of our key priorities. We welcome colleagues with the experiences and competencies that can contribute to our principles of inclusion, equity and diversity throughout campus life. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Dual-isotope Theranostic Peptides
A postdoctoral fellowship is available in the Perrin lab for work on dual-isotope theranostic peptides in a multidisciplinary collaboration that addresses imaging and cancer therapy. For prompt consideration, qualified applicants are preferred to have research skills in synthetic/bioorganic chemistry and have published work related to radiometallation and/or radiofluorination as well as in peptide synthesis or bioconjugation. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible candidates will have received a PhD in Chemistry, or a related field, within the past five years.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit a CV and list of publications along with a cover letter indicating motivation for study and background preparation.
Applications should be directed to: Dr. David M. Perrin, "> .
Successful applicants will be contacted for references and follow-up.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been under-represented or discouraged. 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, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. UBC's strategic plan identifies inclusion as one of our key priorities. We welcome colleagues with the experiences and competencies that can contribute to our principles of inclusion, equity and diversity throughout campus life. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.