Canada Impact+ Research Chair — Engineering Leader

Polytechnique Montréal; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering university in Canada is seeking a Professor for the Canada Impact+ Research Chair, focusing on critical innovations that strengthen Canada’s technology sovereignty. The position is tenure-track and requires a PhD in engineering. Candidates should be renowned scholars with a strong record in research, demonstrating leadership in establishing collaborations and supervising graduate students. They will contribute to research that has both national and global impact, emphasizing equity, diversity, and inclusion in their work. Excellent benefits and support for relocation are provided.

Benefits

Work-family balance provisions

Defined-benefits pension plan

Relocation and immigration support

Qualifications

• Must be an internationally renowned scholar with a track record of research accomplishments.
• Experience in engaging with interdisciplinary research teams.
• Ability to attract and mentor diverse students and research staff.

Responsibilities

• Exercise leadership in research areas and establish collaborations.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students in research.
• Transform discoveries into marketable products and applications.

Skills

Leadership in research

Team collaboration

Equity, diversity, and inclusion in research

Supervision of students

Education

PhD in engineering or equivalent

Job description

A leading engineering university in Canada is seeking a Professor for the Canada Impact+ Research Chair, focusing on critical innovations that strengthen Canada’s technology sovereignty. The position is tenure-track and requires a PhD in engineering. Candidates should be renowned scholars with a strong record in research, demonstrating leadership in establishing collaborations and supervising graduate students. They will contribute to research that has both national and global impact, emphasizing equity, diversity, and inclusion in their work. Excellent benefits and support for relocation are provided.