Assistant Professor, Biobanking, Department of Pathology

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 114,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & health plan

Pension plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Sick leave

Travel insurance

Death benefits

Employee assistance program

Professional expense allowance

Wellness spending program

Job summary

The University of Saskatchewan invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Biobanking, Department of Pathology. The role expands teaching and research to biobanking, tissue handling, and translational research within the College of Medicine.

Responsibilities include managing the Biobank, coordinating biospecimens and data, and supporting external funding. 0.4 FTE teaching; 0.2 FTE service to the department; start Dec 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biobanking or related health field.
• At least 5 years of biobank development and operation experience.
• Experience with biobank databases and data management.
• Knowledge of ethical and regulatory requirements (REB, consent, MTAs).
• Familiarity with local institutions (US Saskatoon health authority) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee biobank intake, processing, storage and distribution.
• Coordinate and develop the biobank and biospecimen resources.
• Manage biospecimen collection and associated clinical data.
• Collaborate on national and international research projects.
• Teach UGME, residents and graduate students; 0.4 FTE teaching allocation.
• Provide 0.2 FTE service to the department.

Skills

Biobanking

Research coordination

Lab techniques

DNA/RNA extraction

Education

PhD in Biobanking or related health field

Tools

ATiM biobank database

REB compliance systems

Job description

Assistant Professor, Biobanking, Department of Pathology

The Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine is currently looking to expand its teaching and research program to include biobanking and tissue handling. This expansion is part of a dedicated approach to integrate research, patient care and teaching into the of future precision medicine and increase of clinical trials.

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a full time 5 year Term faculty position with the College of Medicine, Department of Pathology located on the U of S Campus in Saskatoon at the rank of assistant professor. No other ranks will be considered. The successful candidate will plan and teach a wide range of courses for UGME, Residents, and Graduate students including tissue processing, biobanking, DNA/RNA extraction, Next Generation Sequencing, Proteomics and Clinical trial requirements. The teaching component will account for 0.4FTE of their time. In addition to the teaching requirements the successful candidate will manage research at the Department of Pathology Biobank. The successful candidate will ensure the functionality and quality of the biobank from intake,processingand tissue release. They will also be responsible forthe overall coordination and development of the biobank and collaborate on all research projects undertaken. This includes oversight of biospecimen collection, processing, storage, and distribution, as well as management of associated clinical data.Thisrole supports translational research by ensuring high-quality, ethically compliant biospecimen resources and fostering collaboration between clinical and research teams, this will be 0.4FTE. The selected faculty member will be also encouraged to oversee their own vibrant research program with external funding and have demonstrated their impact at a national and international level. The final component to this position is 0.2FTE service to the department, which will be assigned by the Department Head.

The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. The University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The University has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

We are seeking candidates who have a PhD in Biobanking or a related health field and at least5yearsof experience in biobank development and operation, including experience in aresearch-basedlaboratory or an equivalent combination of education,trainingand recent related experience.Experience inATiMbiobankdatabase use and management.Familiarity with ethical and regulatory requirements (REB, consent, MTAs). Extensive knowledge of University of Saskatchewan, the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency is an asset.

Salary information for this position for the 2026-2027 academic year is as follows:

Assistant Professor: $113,527 to $135,535.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• dental, health and extended vision care plan
• pension plan
• life insurance (compulsory and voluntary)
• academic long term disability
• sick leave
• travel insurance
• death benefits
• an employee assistance program
• a professional expense allowance
• a flexible health and wellness spending program

The anticipated start date is December 1st, 2026.

Status: Term
Employment Group: USFA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Posted Date: 11/9/2026
Closing Date: 11/27/2026

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, contact us for assistance.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.