Tier 2 Cell Engineering & Biomanufacturing Chair (Jan 2027)

National Society for Black Engineers; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Ontario is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a specialization in Cell Engineering and Biomanufacturing. The successful candidate will conduct innovative research, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in areas such as genome editing and synthetic biology is essential, along with a commitment to academic excellence. Applicants should demonstrate an ability to work in a diverse environment, with applications encouraged from underrepresented communities. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Access to a $5M state-of-the-art laboratory

Collaborative research opportunities with local industry

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
• Expertise in cell engineering, genome editing, or synthetic biology.
• Experience in closed system biomanufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative cell therapies for research and clinical trials.
• Contribute to the departments through high-quality research.
• Ensure collaborative work in a student-centered environment.

Skills

Cell engineering

Genome editing

Synthetic biology

Outstanding teaching contributions

Collaborative work

Education

PhD or equivalent degree

Job description

A leading university in Ontario is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor with a specialization in Cell Engineering and Biomanufacturing. The successful candidate will conduct innovative research, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in areas such as genome editing and synthetic biology is essential, along with a commitment to academic excellence. Applicants should demonstrate an ability to work in a diverse environment, with applications encouraged from underrepresented communities. Salary is commensurate with experience.