Professor in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering - Specialization in Biomaterials

Polytechnicpositions; Quebec; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Université Laval is hiring a Professor in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, specializing in Biomaterials. The candidate will oversee research, teach at various academic levels, and collaborate within the dynamic Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. This tenure-track position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a prestigious institution in a vibrant city.

Qualifications

• PhD in materials engineering is essential.
• Strong research in biomaterials is vital.
• Teaching experience at various academic levels needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Develop an innovative research program in biomaterials.
• Supervise graduate students.

Skills

Research background

Teaching experience

Biomaterials expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in materials engineering

Doctoral degree in materials engineering or related field

Job description

Professor in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering - Specialization in Biomaterials

University Laval

Canada

TENURE-TRACK POSITION 22268

MATERIALS AND METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Professor in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering – Specialization in Biomaterials

Located in the heart of Québec City—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Université Laval offers an exceptional living and working environment. It is a major comprehensive university renowned for its culture of excellence in both teaching and research.

The Department includes 16 faculty members

Supervises approx. 300 undergraduate and 100 graduate students

Offers B.Sc ., M.Sc ., and Ph.D. programs in:

Mining and mineral processing engineering

Materials and metallurgical engineering

Position Description

The ideal candidate will:

Have a strong research background in materials and metallurgical engineering, specializing in biomaterials

Possess relevant teaching experience

Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels

Develop an innovative and well-funded research program in biomaterials that complements the department’s strengths

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate must:

Hold a bachelor's and a doctoral degree in materials engineering or a related field

Be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (P.Eng.), or commit to becoming a member within 2 years of starting

Be able to teach in French or commit to becoming proficient within 3 years

Candidates will be evaluated based on:

Quality of academic training

Research, tech transfer, and scientific leadership experience

Teaching experience and potential

Fit with the position and departmental needs

Integration and synergy potential with current faculty

Salary and Benefits

Academic rank will be determined by experience

Salary set per the collective agreement in effect at the time of hiring

Application Process

Posting period: June 3 to September 30, 2025
Start date: Between January and July 2026

Letter of intent

Contact info for three references

Teaching philosophy statement (max 2 pages)

Submit all materials in a single file to:

Equity Statement

Valuing diversity, Université Laval encourages all qualified individuals to apply—particularly:

Women

Visible and ethnic minorities

Aboriginal persons

Persons with disabilities

However, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.