Assistant Professor of BioMedical Sciences

Memorial University of Newfoundland - Division of Biomedical Sciences; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university is seeking an Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences. The role involves establishing an independent research program, contributing to medical education, and collaborating within multidisciplinary groups. Candidates must hold a PhD and demonstrate research excellence. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates, with priority for Canadians and permanent residents. The position offers opportunities for innovative research in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art research facilities

Opportunity for collaboration

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in biomedical sciences.
• Strong track record of research excellence.
• Experience in teaching and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Establish independent and externally funded research programs.
• Contribute to medical education and training programs.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary research groups.

Job description

Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences

REFERENCE: F30205-2025-3

The Division of BioMedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applications related to any subspecialty covering the biomedical and biological aspects of human health and diseases are welcome.

Successful candidates are required to hold a PhD (or equivalent) and demonstrate a track record of research excellence through postdoctoral experience and strong publications in the field of biomedical science. The ideal candidate will establish an independent and externally funded innovative research program that complements and expands upon the strengths of the existing research groups within the Division. We particularly welcome candidates whose work opens new opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration within the Division. In addition, the successful applicants will demonstrate their capacity and commitment to excellence in teaching and be expected to contribute to medical education, as well as undergraduate and graduate training programs.

The Division of Biomedical Sciences houses five graduate programs in cardiovascular science, neuroscience, bioscience of health and disease, immunology and infectious diseases and human genetics and genomics. Faculty enjoy an attractive research environment with access to a new animal resource center and core facilities that include state-of-the-art equipment for flow cytometry, cellular bioanalysis, multiphoton, confocal, and super resolution imaging, as well as whole-genome sequencing. High-level computational biology infrastructure is available through the Centre for Analytics, Informatics and Research (CAIR) at Memorial and the Atlantic Canada Computational Excellence Network (ACEnet). Collaborative research opportunities exist among the Divisions groups and the Disciplines within the Faculty. Furthermore, there are research and teaching opportunities within the Faculties of Science, Engineering, and the Ocean Sciences Centre.

Memorial University is one of the leading universities in Atlantic Canada and the only university in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Memorial offers a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programs to over 18,000 students, providing a distinctive, stimulating and inclusive learning and work environment.

St. John’s is a safe, friendly city with great historical charm, and a dynamic arts and culture scene. It is nested within striking landscapes and offers a wide range of outdoor activities. Housing is the least expensive of any major Canadian city. Additional information can be found about St. John’s at https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/destinations/st-johns and the province of Newfoundland and Labrador at https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/.

Application package should be submitted in one PDF file, including:

• Cover letter including reference number F030205-2025-3, statement regarding citizenship or residency status (1 page).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Research statement outlining current and future research interests (3-page limit).
• Teaching and mentorship experiences/interests/approach (1-2 pages).
• Names and contact details of three references.

Applications should be addressed under reference number: F30205-2025-3 to Dr. Edward Kendall, Associate Dean of Biomedical Sciences

Dr. Edward Kendall, Associate Dean of Biomedical Sciences
Division of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine
Memorial University
St. John’s, NL, Canada, A1B 3V6

Electronic submissions via email ([e-mail]) are preferred. This call may be used to fill additional positions (F02944-2025-27 and F031353-2025-4). Closing date for all applications is January 11, 2025. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. It encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. All applicants are invited to identify themselves in an employment equity survey as a member of the equity deserving group(s) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) unless they complete the survey. If you do not receive a survey or have any questions, please contact [e-mail].

Memorial University is situated on traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups of the Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu and Inuit of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador and acknowledges and respects the diverse history and culture of these groups.