Assistant Professor in Biomaterials Engineering and Mechano-Biology

Ccwestt; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alberta in Edmonton, AB, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Biomaterials Engineering and Mechano-Biology. This tenure-track Faculty role requires guiding undergrad and graduate teaching, leading innovative research in bioprocessing and biomaterials, and contributing to departmental service.

The position is based on the North Campus, Edmonton, and is a full-time, on-site appointment with licensure as a Professional Engineer or progression toward licensure within five

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or eligible to become licensed within five years of hire.
• Strong publication record and demonstrated research experience.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in bioprocessing and biomaterials.
• Service and volunteerism related to research, teaching, and/or community engagement.
• Teaching experience and training in lesson planning and curriculum design.
• Grant writing and financial management experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in bioprocessing and biomaterials.
• Conduct and publish research; seek and secure grant funding.
• Provide service to department and university governance.

Skills

Teaching ability

Research experience

Grant writing

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Assistant Professor in Biomaterials Engineering and Mechano-Biology

Job Identification 4348

Posting Date 09/09/2026, 05:49 PM

Apply Before 10/24/2026, 05:55 AM

Job Schedule Full Time

Locations Edmonton, AB, Canada (On-site)

Category Type Faculty & Faculty ServicesAcademic

Position Type Faculty (Includes Asst. Professors, Associate Professors)

College/Administrative Portfolio College of Natural And Applied Sciences

Faculty/Department Engineering

Annual Salary Range

About the Team

The https://www.ualberta.ca/en/engineering/index.html is one of North America's top engineering schools, known for innovation, collaboration, and impact. It fosters an exceptional student experience through a holistic approach that combines technical excellence with emotional intelligence. With strong community engagement, interdisciplinary research, and a commitment to societal well-being, the faculty prepares students to lead in a rapidly evolving, global engineering landscape.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Responsibilities

• Teaching (40%): Participation in teaching programs, including classroom teaching, supervision of students conducting research, and personal interactions with and advising students. An Academic Faculty member may decide on specific course content and instructional methodology, recognizing the approved course description, and academic policy approved by the Department, the Faculty, and the University. Teaching is year-round with most courses in the Fall (September to December) and Winter (January to April) semesters. Teaching assignments are decided in discussion with the Department Chair. As the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board accredits the undergraduate degree programs, licensure as a Professional Engineer is required. Licensure must be obtained within five years of hire date.
• Research (40%): Participation in research, including the preparation or performance of creative works and reflective inquiry, and disseminating research results by means appropriate to the discipline. Academic Faculty members are encouraged to seek funding for research from granting agencies or other sources.
• Service (20%): An Academic Faculty member shall be actively engaged in service to the University and participate in the collegial responsibilities of departmental, Faculty, and University governance. Provision of service to the discipline of the Academic Faculty member; participation in the governance of the University, the Faculty, and the Department, and dissemination of knowledge to the general public by making available the Academic Faculty member's expertise and knowledge of the discipline.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or become a licensed Professional Engineer through the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) within five years from the date of hire.
• A record of publication in reputable, peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings as well as research experience and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses for bioprocessing and biomaterials.
• A record of service and volunteerism broadly related to their research, teaching, and/or access, community and belonging.
• Teaching experience and training in teaching, lesson planning, and curriculum design.
• Grant application and financial management experience and/or training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching, research, service, and volunteer work related to the role, as well as community boards and organizations, outreach to, and support for underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Industry experience in engineering, trades, sciences, and technology industries.
• Experience with interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects as well as with managing large, multi-year research projects.
• Experience working with industry and community partners for research projects.
• Team, lab, and facility management experience, including but not limited to safety, supervision, and procurement.

The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, including a comprehensive https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/benefits-and-pay/benefits-and-pension/benefits-overview/index.html.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed