Assistant Professor – Biological Sciences Teaching and Pedagogical Innovation

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine. The role includes teaching responsibilities in human physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy, requiring fluency in both French and English, alongside an established research program.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience teaching human physiology, neurophysiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy in French.
• Proven teaching excellence and commitment to pedagogical research.
• Fluency in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses in human physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy.
• Establishing and maintaining an independent research program.
• Supervising graduate students.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Fluency in French

Bilingualism

Education

PhD or MD/PhD

Job description

The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine.

The teaching and pedagogical innovation will focus on human physiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy. The teaching responsibilities will require an active knowledge of French.

The University of Ottawa is a leading research-intensive university in Canada, recognized nationally and internationally, and is the largest bilingual university in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people in downtown Ottawa, it significantly contributes to the city's economy, culture, and quality of life.

The Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine comprises over 100 faculty members and fosters a vibrant research environment, addressing fundamental biomedical questions with strong links to translational and clinical research. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Position Title: Assistant Professor (consideration for Associate Professor will depend on experience and achievements, subject to budget approval).

Duties include:

1. Teaching
2. Research, scholarly activities, or professional work
3. Academic service
4. Supervision of graduate students

Terms: Vacant tenure-track position

Salary: Starting at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025)

Benefits: Comprehensive package including disability insurance, life insurance, health coverage, pension plan, and relocation reimbursement.

Location: Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, 451 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8M5

Contact: Dr. Katalin Tóth, Chair, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, [e-mail]

Skills and Qualifications:

• PhD or MD/PhD
• Experience teaching human physiology, neurophysiology, pathophysiology, and anatomy in French
• Proven teaching excellence and commitment to pedagogical research
• Fluency in French and English; bilingualism is an asset

Application package should include a teaching dossier, teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, course materials, teaching evaluations, a research plan (2 pages), and CV. Three confidential references should be sent directly to Dr. Tóth.

Application deadline: July 12, 2025, with ongoing acceptance until filled. Apply online via the University of Ottawa Careers portal.

The university values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, and all qualified candidates. Applicants are asked to complete a self-identification questionnaire. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

The university is committed to bilingualism and may reinstate Covid-19 vaccination requirements depending on public health guidelines.