Job Board > Assistant Professor (Limited-Term) in Microbiology and Immunology - Western University
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The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Western University is seeking a candidate for a position as Assistant Professor in our undergraduate academic curriculum. This is a five-year, limited-term position in which the candidate will be expected to primarily teach and develop curriculum in our undergraduate program in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. The responsibilities of this position will include teaching and/or coordinating/co-coordinating in selected lecture and laboratory courses and providing instructors with teaching support in the Microbiology & Immunology undergraduate program. There will also be a service requirement that includes participation on departmental committees, especially the undergraduate education committee and outreach committee, and in academic counselling. The candidate will also be required to conduct research that may either be pedagogical or basic science in nature.
The successful candidate must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in one of the disciplines of Microbiology, Immunology, Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry. A strong background in online learning and/or statistics would be an asset. Candidates must have teaching experience at the undergraduate level that includes both lecture and laboratory-based courses. Furthermore, the candidate must have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, and must be able to work independently. Compensation for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Interested and qualified applicants should prepare an application package that includes a detailed curriculum vitae, a letter of interest/statement of qualifications with a description of teaching experience, curriculum development, a teaching philosophy statement, the names of three academic referees, and the application form available at: full-time-application-form.pdf (uwo.ca) Please send completed application packages as a single compiled PDF to:
Dr. Gregory A. Dekaban, Chair,
Department of Microbiology & Immunology,
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Rm. 3014, Dental Sciences Bldg.
1151 Richmond Street
London, Ontario
N5A 5C1
Email: dekaban@uwo.ca
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin after September 1, 2021. Anticipated start date is November 1, 2021 or as negotiated.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Kim Arts, Manager, Administration and Finance, Department of Microbiology and Immunology at kim.arts@schulich.uwo.ca.
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Please send completed application packages as a single compiled PDF to:
Dr. Gregory A. Dekaban, Chair,
Department of Microbiology & Immunology,
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Rm. 3014, Dental Sciences Bldg.
1151 Richmond Street
London, Ontario
N5A 5C1
Email: dekaban@uwo.ca
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities. The university campus is in London, Ontario, with a metropolitan census of approximately 530,000, located midway between Toronto and Detroit. London boasts an international airport, galleries, theatre, music, and sporting events and is located close to several lakes and facilities for outdoor activities (www.goodmovelondon.ca ). Western’s Recruitment and Retention Office is available to assist in the transition of successful applicants and their families to the university and city.
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology, established in 1939, has the unique mandate of research and teaching in Microbiology and Immunology. Teaching occurs in the predominantly in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and the School of Graduate Studies. Research spans key areas of infection and immunity, namely the molecular and cellular biology of microorganisms and viruses, as well as the cellular and molecular biology of the immune system. Additional information about the department can be found at: https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/microbiologyandimmunology/
