ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR – DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND MEDICAL GENETICS

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Ad Posting Start Date: February 11, 2025
Ad Posting End Date: Posting may remain open beyond the date of March 13, 2025, until filled

DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND MEDICAL GENETICS
MAX RADY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, RADY FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA
ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
POSITION # 34704

Position Description:
The Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics, in the Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba (UM) is seeking a qualified individual working in any field of Cancer Biology to fill a full-time, probationary (tenure-track) or tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the University of Manitoba Faculty Association collective agreement.

The successful candidate will develop a nationally funded research program in Cancer Biology that complements the Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics’ research strengths in cancer biology, stem cells, genomics, functional genetics, and bioinformatics. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach in the fields of genetics and/or biochemistry. The position could begin as early as September 1st , 2025, or as negotiated.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with basic and clinical researchers in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences and clinical research centres, (e.g., Paul Albrechtsen Research Institute CancerCare Manitoba and the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba). The new faculty member will be able to engage with resources and core research facilities, including the Small Animal and Materials Imaging Facility, the Genetic Engineered Model Services, and the Bioinformatics Core Platform among others (https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/research/centres-services-platforms). A generous startup package will be available to establish a worldclass research program.
Early career investigators are encouraged to apply. The University of Manitoba has a long track-record of reserving institutional infrastructure funding opportunities (e.g. Canada Foundation for Innovation John R. Evans Leadership Fund) for early career investigators.

UM is a driving force of innovation, discovery, and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff, and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environments are uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
The University is located in Winnipeg, which offers an excellent quality of life for a multitude of reasons, including affordable cost of living, excellent education and healthcare, family-friendly amenities and rich cultural scene, making it a highly attractive place to live for individuals and families. The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com) located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities, and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, equity, accessibility and participation. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:
Applicants with expertise in Cancer Biology, with a general focus on genetics and/or biochemistry, are encouraged to apply to Position # 34704. Preference will be given to applicants with a research program suitable for both health (e.g., CIHR) and fundamental (e.g., NSERC) science grant funding. Candidates should hold a PhD and/or MD with at least 3 years of relevant postgraduate experience. Candidates must have an excellent research record, as evidenced by impactful publications; the potential to secure competitive extramural peer reviewed grants; and a history of effective and productive collaboration. Preference will be given to applicants with a track of mentorship. The potential for a strong linkage/collaboration between the candidate’s research program and the activities of one or more faculty members in the Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics or the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is desired.

Job Duties:
The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally funded research program. The candidate is also expected to teach within the Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics and the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the undergraduate and graduate student levels, and contribute to service activities within the department, the Faculty, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and justice, as well as fostering participation is expected.

Application Process:
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is committed to the social justice principles of equity, access and participation and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, Black, racially marginalized communities, disabled persons and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities). All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

An inclusive, open and diverse community is essential to excellence and fosters voices that have been ignored or discouraged. To address the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences commitment to equity, access and participation, and in recognition of the underrepresentation of members of historically and currently excluded groups, we take proactive measures including implicit bias training for all hiring panels. We strive for diversity and cultural safety throughout the hiring process (hiring panels; short-list of candidates; interviews). The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions and personal circumstances can have on an applicant’s record of research achievement. Measures will be taken to ensure that these leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the evaluation process. Candidates with diverse career paths are encouraged to apply.

We encourage you to self-identify aspects of your identity that position you to bring currently underrepresented viewpoints, expertise and forms of excellence to this position. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Interested applicants should submit, preferably as a single PDF, the following materials:

1) cover letter (maximum 2 pages);
2) curriculum vitae (including detailed history of student/trainee mentorship and teaching activities);
3) personal statement on their contributions to and reflections on equity, access, participation, and justice in terms of teaching, research, service and/or other experiences (maximum 1 page);
4) outline of independent research program (maximum 3 pages); and
5) teaching philosophy that includes subject areas of expertise (maximum 1 page).

Applications should be addressed to:
Dr. Jeffrey Wigle,
Chair of the Selection Committee,
Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics,
and sent by email to Simone.Matulis@umanitoba.ca.

Review of applications will begin March 31st 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provision of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae may be provided to participating members of the search process.

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