Faculty openings

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo invites applications for a tenure-track position in the areas of biochemical and biomedical engineering research including, but not exclusive, synthetic biology, metabolic pathway engineering, tissue engineering, bioanalytics, biosensors, biocompatibility, biofluid processing or dynamics, and bioinformatics. The ideal candidate will bring complementary expertise to the Department of Chemical Engineering, and his/her work will address emerging challenges in biomedical engineering. It is anticipated that the position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, however, Associate or Full Professor rank will be considered in exceptional circumstances. The anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2020.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.  All applicants must demonstrate excellent research potential as well as strong interest and ability in undergraduate and graduate teaching. The candidate will be expected to develop and lead an active, internationally recognized research program and cooperate with graduate students and professors on a variety of research problems.  The candidate is also expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels along with some curriculum development in both the Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering Programs, as well as to engage in various administrative service to the department.  The applicant is expected to have an engineering license for practice in Canada or to apply for an engineering license with Professional Engineers Ontario within 5 years. The salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000 per year.  

The closing date for applications is May 15, 2019.  Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for three references to Professor Eric Croiset, Chair, Department of Chemical Engineering, https://cheserv13.uwaterloo.ca/OFAS/index.php.

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Liz Bevan, eabevan@uwaterloo.ca, 519-8884567, Ext. 32296.

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees.  As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.  At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

The Department of Chemical Engineering offers a collegial, interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment. With 34 faculty members and an annual enrolment of 550 undergraduate and over 200 graduate students, it is one of the largest Chemical Engineering departments in Canada. The department is benefiting from its new home, a 115,000 square-foot building with 48 state-of-the-art research labs and new instructional spaces. The undergraduate programs in Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology Engineering (jointly with the Departments of Chemistry and Electrical and Computer Engineering) and Biomedical Engineering draw the top students from across Canada. 
 

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo invites applications for a tenure-track position in the areas of Process Systems Engineering research including: process design and intensification, control,  optimization and development of machine learning algorithms for chemical and biological processes.  It is anticipated that the position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, however, Associate or Full Professor rank will be considered in exceptional circumstances. The anticipated start date for this position is September 1, 2019.

Applicants must have a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.  All applicants must demonstrate excellent research potential as well as strong interest and ability in undergraduate and graduate teaching. The candidate will be expected to develop and lead an active, internationally recognized research program and cooperate with graduate students and professors on a variety of research problems.  The candidate is also expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels along with some curriculum development, as well as to engage in various administrative service to the department.  The applicant is expected to have an engineering license for practice in Canada or to apply for an engineering license with Professional Engineers Ontario within 5 years. The salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000 per year. 

The closing date for applications is December 31, 2018.  Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for three references to Professor Eric Croiset, Chair, Department of Chemical Engineering, https://cheserv13.uwaterloo.ca/OFAS/index.php

The University of Waterloo respects, appreciates and encourages diversity and is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities.  The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority in the recruitment process. The University of Waterloo offers some unique reasons to apply.  Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

The Department of Chemical Engineering offers a collegial, interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment. With 34 faculty members and a annual enrolment of 550 undergraduate and over 200 graduate students, it is one of the largest Chemical Engineering departments in Canada. The department is benefiting from its new home, a 115,000 square-foot building with 48 state-of-the-art research labs and new instructional spaces. The undergraduate programs in Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology Engineering (jointly with the Departments of Chemistry and Electrical and Computer Engineering) and Biomedical Engineering draw the top students from across Canada.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Waterloo invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in applied and computational mechanics with application areas such as: (1) shape active structures, (2) cable and membrane structures, (3) deployable structures, (4) tensegrity structures, (5) adaptive structures, (6) biomimetic structural elements, materials, and systems, or (7) shell structures. The successful candidate’s published research should demonstrate a strong background in nonlinear and computational mechanics. Preference will be given to candidates whose research demonstrates applications and experimental validation of computational models. The estimated start date for this position is September 1, 2019. In the case of an exceptional candidate, an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor will be considered.

Applicants must demonstrate potential or have proven ability to develop an internationally recognized research program, must have excellent communication skills, and must have a strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels.

The successful applicant must have a civil engineering undergraduate degree or equivalent, and a PhD in engineering. Applicants are expected to have engineering licenses for practice in Canada or the ability to apply for an engineering license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario within 5 years. Based on qualifications and rank, the salary range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact the Civil & Environmental Engineering Chair at ceechair@uwaterloo.ca.

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo

The closing date for applications is March 1, 2019. Interested applicants are invited to submit their full curriculum vitae, along with a teaching vision statement. They are also requested to submit a research vision statement, specifically indicating how their innovative research directions will complement the ongoing research in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Each of the vision statements should be no more than two pages in length.

The curriculum vitae, vision statements and the names and full contact information of at least three references should be sent to: Civil & Environmental Engineering Chair Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1 Email: ceechair@uwaterloo.ca

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Waterloo invites applications for one tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Architectural Engineering with an estimated start date of September 1, 2019. In the case of an exceptional candidate, an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor will be considered.

Applicants should have research expertise in building science or building systems design. Desirable applicants may be conducting specialized, fundamental research in related areas, such as thermodynamics, acoustics, ergonomics, or air quality, or more generalized, applied research in areas such as low carbon building envelopes and systems, building information modelling (BIM), optimization of energy usage in building applications, or heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

Applicants must demonstrate potential or have proven ability to develop an internationally recognized research program, must have excellent communication skills, and must have a strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels. An ability to teach architectural engineering courses in building science or building systems design is required. The ideal applicant should expect to work with public and private sector research partners, and generate collaborative research funding to lead a successful research program. Previous industry or design experience is an asset.

The successful applicants must have civil or architectural engineering undergraduate degrees or equivalent, and a PhD in engineering. Applicants are expected to have engineering licenses for practice in Canada or the ability to apply for an engineering license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario within 5 years. Based on qualifications and rank, the salary range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

The University of Waterloo respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity and is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority in the recruitment process.

“Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo”

The closing date for applications is December 31, 2018. Interested applicants are invited to submit their full curriculum vitae, along with a teaching vision statement. They are also requested to submit a research vision statement, specifically indicating how their innovative research directions will complement the ongoing research in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Each of the vision statements should be no more than two pages in length. The curriculum vitae, vision statements and the names and full contact information of at least three references should be sent to:

Civil & Environmental Engineering Chair Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1 Email: ceechair@uwaterloo.ca

The Departments of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (MME) and Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Waterloo invite applications for one, joint Faculty position at the rank of Lecturer with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2019.

The successful applicant must have an engineering degree at the master’s level or higher and an academic and/or professional background in the area of building systems design. Applicants are expected to have engineering licenses for practice in Canada or the ability to apply for an engineering license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario within 3 years. Applicants must also have demonstrated an interest in engineering education pedagogy. While the initial appointment is for a three-year definite term Lecturer, with the possibility of a renewal for another three, the appointed Lecturer may be considered for an on-going appointment thereafter as a joint Continuing Lecturer between MME and CEE if outstanding performance in teaching and service is demonstrated.

All applicants must have a proven ability or excellent potential for outstanding teaching in building systems design, have strong communication skills and be committed to professional development and community building. Demonstrated service experience will be considered as a strong asset. The expected teaching load is 5 to 6 courses per year depending on the level of service, with regular non-teaching terms of four-month duration every two years for scholarly rejuvenation and development activities. These courses will be split between upper year electives in building systems design offered by the MME Department and core and elective courses to be offered within the scope of Waterloo’s new Architectural Engineering program, based in the CEE Department. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated exceptional teaching skills.

The salary range is $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. The closing date for applications is January 7, 2019. Three letters of reference will be requested for applicants invited for an interview. Applicants to send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a concise statement of teaching vision and capabilities to:

Dr. Jan Huissoon, Chair, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

Email: MME-CEE-Lecturer@uwaterloo.ca

Information about the Faculty and Departments can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/engineering/ , https://uwaterloo.ca/mechanical-mechatronics-engineering/ and https://uwaterloo.ca/civil-environmental-engineering/

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact:

Dr. Jan Huissoon, MME-CEE-Lecturer@uwaterloo.ca

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

The Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business (Conrad) at the University of Waterloo invites applications for a full-time Definite Term Lecturer position in Business and Entrepreneurship starting August 1, 2019.  The position will involve several important teaching tasks at both the graduate and undergraduate levels as well as significant service and leadership of community building activities.  The position is expected to involve the facilitation and coaching of student consulting teams as part of a corporate commercialization practicum and the delivery of course content related to Certified Management Consulting designation eligibility.  Other courses may relate to topics like management consulting, sales, family business, negotiations, and leadership.  Candidates with a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship, Business or Entrepreneurship education, Innovation Management, Organizational Behaviour, Strategy, General Management or a related cognate discipline, along with relevant industry experience will be considered.  Candidates with Masters degrees may be considered where their experience and skill profiles are deemed to merit such consideration. Formal training and experience in education and pedagogy is a significant asset.  A CMC designation would also be an asset.   Demonstrated comfort in teaching students with a technical orientation is important, and those with successful entrepreneurial, consulting, or senior managerial work experience outside the academy will be viewed especially favourably.  

We seek individuals who have demonstrated a passion for teaching and coaching students, as well as an entrepreneurial drive and strong organizational abilities.  This position will normally have a teaching load of six one-term courses per year and administrative and service duties as determined by the Director of the Conrad School.  Administrative and service duties are expected to principally involve coaching undergraduate student entrepreneurs, organizing and hosting related events to enhance the student experience and Conrad’s profile, and more generally participating in the facilitation of the student entrepreneurship community at UW.  Teaching tasks will be assigned in all three academic terms. Working on-site and being available to students most work days is expected.  An entrepreneurial outlook and interest in active engagement with colleagues and students in the growth and life of Conrad are essential.  We seek candidates who will further reinforce Conrad’s positive, supportive, proactive, can-do culture.  

The salary range for this position at the rank of Lecturer is $85,000.00 to $130,000.00. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.  Salary range and rank will be commensurate with experience and track record.

This appointment will be for a 3-year definite term.  Reappointment at the end of the term is possible.  An eventual appointment as a continuing lecturer is possible after six years of definite term appointments.  

Located at the heart of Canada’s technology hub, one hour west of Toronto and serving over 35,000 full- and part-time students, the University of Waterloo (UW) is among Canada’s finest universities.  For 26 straight years, UW has ranked as Canada’s Most Innovative University.  UW stands out among its peers not only for its strong research profile and innovative approaches to education but also for its uniquely positive and enterprising relationships with business and the world of practice.

Waterloo has been ranked as one of the best places in the world for start-ups.  The region boasts hundreds of technology-driven enterprises, including offices of Facebook, OpenText, SAS, Square, and Google.  

The Conrad School capitalizes on its position at the heart of an innovative university in an outstanding entrepreneurial ecosystem. At the graduate level, Conrad offers a unique Master of Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology (MBET) degree to train those striving to be entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs alike, a Graduate Diploma in Business and Entrepreneurship targeted at Masters students in UW’s outstanding Faculty of Engineering and beyond, and an Option and Minor in entrepreneurship available to undergraduates from across UW’s six faculties.

Applications are no longer being accepted for this position. This posting has been left up to aid anyone who has been selected for an interview.  Three letters of reference will be requested from short-listed applicants.  

More information about the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, its activities and its people, can be found on our website: www.uwaterloo.ca/conrad. Applicants may also be interested in “Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.”  If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Conrad’s Director, Mark Weber, mark.weber@uwaterloo.ca

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo invites applications for three (3) full-time and two (2) part-time Definite-Term Lecturer positions with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2019. While the initial appointment is for a three-year Definite-Term Lecturer, with the possibility of a renewal for another three years, the appointed Lecturer may be considered for an on-going appointment thereafter as Continuing Lecturer if he/she demonstrates outstanding performance in teaching and service. Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Preference will be given to candidates who have exceptional teaching skills and a demonstrated ability to teach large engineering courses, including first-year courses and service courses, effectively. This position requires a willingness to explore and be conversant in the many sub-disciplines of electrical and computer engineering, and the opportunities for students provided through the department, faculty, university, and community at large. It requires a willingness to be involved in student outreach activities, and an interest in knowing and engaging students so as to guide them to good learning strategies and to help them realize their full potential. The successful candidate should have a positive outlook and be committed to professional development and community building. Over time, there may exist opportunities to serve in other capacities, teach at other levels in the academic programs, or supervise undergraduate student projects.

Based on qualifications and rank hired, annual full time salary will typically range from $95,000 to $115,000. For exceptionally qualified candidates, a higher annual salary will be considered. The successful candidate will be required to have an engineering license for practice in Canada or to apply for an engineering license or limited engineering license within five years.

Interested candidates should submit: a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, a research statement, a statement of teaching philosophy and goals, selected publications (maximum four), and the names of at least three references. 

Applications are no longer being accepted for this position. This posting has been left up to aid anyone who has been selected for an interview.   For questions, please feel free to contact the recruitment committee via email: ece.recruiting@uwaterloo.ca. 

The university is committed to leadership in technology-enabled learning. It is a vibrant community built around teaching excellence and scholarship in teaching, with direct and active institutional support through its Centre for Teaching Excellence and resources deployed in the faculties and departments.  There is a strategic commitment to research-enhanced, technology-enhanced, and entrepreneurship-enhanced learning. The University of Waterloo excels at experiential learning via the world's largest post-secondary co-operative education program. For the past two decades, the University of Waterloo has been recognized in a national reputation survey of universities as 'best overall', 'most innovative', and producing 'leaders of tomorrow'. A recent survey of business leaders ranked Waterloo Engineering as number one in Canada.

The department currently has more than 95 faculty members and is one of the largest engineering departments in Canada. The undergraduate programs in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering (offered jointly with the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science), Mechatronics Engineering (offered jointly with the Departments of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering and Systems Design Engineering), Nanotechnology Engineering (offered jointly with the Departments of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering), and Biomedical Engineering (offered jointly with several departments including Systems Design Engineering) attract outstanding students, both domestic and international. The department also administers a world-class graduate program, which drives cutting-edge research excelling in technological innovations and encompassing all major areas of electrical and computer engineering.  Our research is led by faculty members who are internationally recognized for their expertise and holders of many prestigious awards (E. W. R. Steacie Memorial Fellowships, IEEE Fellows, Royal Society of Canada Fellows, etc.) and research chairs. Our graduates are highly sought out all around the world for their exceptional technical training and abilities.

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Brenda McQuarrie, bmcquarr@uwaterloo.ca.

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo

The Departments of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (MME) and Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Waterloo invite applications for one, joint Faculty position at the rank of Lecturer with an anticipated start date of May 1, 2019.

The successful applicant must have an engineering degree at the master’s level or higher and an academic and/or professional background in the area of building systems design. Applicants are expected to have engineering licenses for practice in Canada or the ability to apply for an engineering license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario within 3 years. Applicants must also have demonstrated an interest in engineering education pedagogy. While the initial appointment is for a three-year definite term Lecturer, with the possibility of a renewal for another three, the appointed Lecturer may be considered for an on-going appointment thereafter as a joint Continuing Lecturer between MME and CEE if outstanding performance in teaching and service is demonstrated.

All applicants must have a proven ability or excellent potential for outstanding teaching in building systems design, have strong communication skills and be committed to professional development and community building. Demonstrated service experience will be considered as a strong asset. The expected teaching load is 5 to 6 courses per year depending on the level of service, with regular non-teaching terms of four-month duration every two years for scholarly rejuvenation and development activities. These courses will be split between upper year electives in building systems design offered by the MME Department and core and elective courses to be offered within the scope of Waterloo’s new Architectural Engineering program, based in the CEE Department. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated exceptional teaching skills.

The salary range is $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. The closing date for applications is January 7, 2019. Three letters of reference will be requested for applicants invited for an interview. Applicants to send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and a concise statement of teaching vision and capabilities to:

Dr. Jan Huissoon, Chair, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

Email: MME-CEE-Lecturer@uwaterloo.ca

Information about the Faculty and Departments can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/engineering/ , https://uwaterloo.ca/mechanical-mechatronics-engineering/ and https://uwaterloo.ca/civil-environmental-engineering/

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact:

Dr. Jan Huissoon, MME-CEE-Lecturer@uwaterloo.ca

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo, invites applications for exceptional scholars and researchers for a tenure track position in Heat Transfer and Thermal Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor. In the case of an exceptional candidate, an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor may be considered.

The Heat Transfer and Thermal Engineering group is an integral part of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering program and this creates unique opportunities for multidisciplinary research collaborations. The successful candidate must have a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline. Evidence of an actively developing research program with emphasis on Heat Transfer and Thermal Engineering is required. The successful applicant is expected to have an engineering license to practice in Canada or to apply for an engineering license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario within five years of joining the University.   Duties include research, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, and supervising graduate students.  The ability to develop and teach an array of traditional and on-line courses is required. Applicants whose research aligns with that of the research group would be especially appealing.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000. Negotiations beyond this salary range may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

The closing date for applications is January 7, 2019 with an anticipated start of July 1, 2019.  Three letters of reference will be requested for applicants invited for an interview. Applicants to send a cover letter, curriculum vitae and teaching and research statements to: 

Dr. Jan Huissoon, Chair, Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

Email: MME-Heat-Transfer@uwaterloo.ca

Information about the Faculty, Department and Research Group can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/engineering/ , https://uwaterloo.ca/mechanical-mechatronics-engineering/ and https://uwaterloo.ca/mechanical-mechatronics-engineering/research/thermal-engineering

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact:

Dr. Jan Huissoon, MME-Heat-Transfer@uwaterloo.ca

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

The Biomedical Engineering program at the University of Waterloo, housed in the Department of Systems Design Engineering, invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor. In the case of exceptional candidates, an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor may be considered. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. degree, preferably in engineering, and must be eligible for registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario and commit to registering within three years.

The program strengths lie in the areas of Biomechanics (e.g., biofluids, musculoskeletal and tissue mechanics, sports engineering, rehabilitation), Biosignals (e.g., imaging, electrograms, diagnostics, machine learning), and Biodevices (e.g., sensors, instruments, therapeutics, Bio-MEMS, assistive devices, implants, prostheses/orthoses). We are seeking candidates in Biomedical Engineering, with a focus in one or more of our strength areas, or in other related or emerging areas. The successful candidates will be expected to supervise graduate students, to develop a leading-edge research program, and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in engineering science and engineering design fundamentals with biomedical applications.

Our departmental philosophy is to take an integrative and multidisciplinary approach to creative problem solving, modeling, and design; thus collaborative and interdisciplinary research is encouraged within the Department, Faculty, University, and world-wide. We seek individuals who have developed or who have the capability to develop robust and sustained externally-funded research programs that complement existing strengths in the Department and Faculty.

Please submit with the application a statement of teaching interests and goals, per the instructions at Systems Design Open Positions. Three letters of reference will be requested for applicants invited for an interview. Applications should be forwarded to Ms. V. Lawrence, Department of Systems Design Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, N2L 3G1, preferably by email to sydeaac@uwaterloo.ca. If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Vicky Lawrence, sydeaac@uwaterloo.ca.  

Applications will be received until a closing date of April 12, 2019.  The salary range for this tenure- track position is $100,000 to $150,000, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. The University of Waterloo respects, appreciates and encourages diversity and is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority in the recruitment process. The appointment has a preferred starting date between September 1, 2019 and December 1, 2019.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/fauw/why
 

of exceptional new faculty. In addition, the successful candidate will supervise IQC’s administrative and technical staff teams, promote collaborative efforts, support faculty - led initiatives, and advance  the Institute’s commitment to faculty, student, and staff member inclusion, openness of processes, and equitable hiring and research practices.

Candidates for the position of Executive Director of IQC are PhD - level senior scholars in quantum information with leadership practice and at least 10 years’ experience in an academic setting. They must be a leading authority in quantum information broadly, and have a demonstrated ability to maintain a research program of the highest calibre. IQC offers an internationally competitive salary.

The term of the appointment is five years, with the potential for one-time renewal. The successful candidate will hold a professorial appointment in an appropriate discipline within the Faculty of Mathematics, Science, or Engineering and will retain that position at the conclusion of their directorship. It is anticipated that the Executive Director will also be appointed to a position of Associate Faculty at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.

The review of applications will begin November 15, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Waterloo regards diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to employment equity and accessibility for all employees. As such, we encourage applications from women, Indigenous (First Nations,Métis and Inuit) peoples, persons with disabilities, members of diverse gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. At Waterloo, you will have the opportunity to work across disciplines and collaborate with an international community of scholars and a diverse student body, situated in a rapidly growing community that has been termed a “hub of innovation”. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will receive priority in the recruitment process.

To Apply: Please send a curriculum vitae and a statement of interest in the position, in confidence, to Dr. Charmaine Dean, Vice-President University Research, at IQC.Search@uwaterloo.ca

If you have any questions regarding the position, the application process, assessment process, eligibility, or a request for accommodation during the hiring process, please contact Dr. Charmaine Dean, Vice-President University Research, at IQC.Search@uwaterloo.ca

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant Professor positions in the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) and any department in the Faculties of Mathematics, Engineering and Science. The IQC is a collaborative research institute focused on quantum information, science and technology. Membership in IQC is a five-year appointment, subject to re-evaluation after three years taking into consideration performance and availability of funding. Only those candidates whose research program directly connects with the goals and ongoing research at IQC will be considered. Information about research at IQC can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/institute-for-quantum-computing/research.

A PhD and significant evidence of excellence in research in quantum information science and technology are required. Based on qualifications a salary range of $70,000 to $90,000 will be considered. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. Effective date of appointment is negotiable.

The University of Waterloo is host to the Institute for Quantum Computing. At present, IQC has a complement of 29 faculty members (growing to 39) from the Faculties of Engineering, Mathematics and Science. Interested individuals should upload their application via the faculty application form at: https://uwaterloo.ca/institute-for-quantum-computing/positions.

The application review process will begin on May 20, 2018  and continue until the position are filled.

The University of Waterloo respects, appreciates and encourages diversity and is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority in the recruitment process.

Three reasons to apply:  https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo

Applications are invited for three full professor faculty positions as part of a strategic hiring initiative to strengthen interdisciplinary water research and education at the University of Waterloo. The successful candidates will be hired into multiple departments and join the more than 150 faculty members of the Water Institute from across the University’s six faculties. The Water Institute is committed to addressing society’s complex water issues through research, innovation and knowledge mobilization. The three new faculty positions are in the following, broadly defined, areas. 

1. Water and global environmental change. This position will focus on the global water cycle, including groundwater, under conditions of global environmental change, quantifying, analyzing and predicting the linkages and interactions between climate, hydrological and biogeochemical cycles, and water security management and adaptation responses.

2. Urban water security. This position will focus on urban surface and groundwater management and resilience, bringing together science, technology, and governance to understand, project and address water security challenges and opportunities in a rapidly urbanizing world.
3. Socio-hydrology. This position will focus on the societal value of water and the integrated analysis and modelling of the socio-economic, institutional and cultural determinants of water usage and water resources management, in support of innovative water governance systems.
    

These positions are expected to be filled at the Full Professor level. Appropriate home department(s) will be selected in consultation with the successful candidates, with the possibility of joint or cross appointments within several departments that participate in the Water Institute. The start date for the appointments can be as early as April 1, 2019, but later dates are negotiable. The regular salary range for Full Professors is $125K-$186K annually. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. A research start-up package will be available and negotiable.

Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant field and a track record of scientific achievements, as demonstrated by publications in leading journals. Successful candidates will be expected to establish internationally recognized, and independently funded, research programs that will enhance and complement the collaborative research portfolio of the Water Institute. Applicants should have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and post-graduate levels. The University of Waterloo: https://uwaterloo.ca particularly values faculty members who implement innovative learning methods and actively participate in curriculum development. The newly hired faculty will be expected to contribute to the Water Institute’s graduate level Collaborative Water Program.

Applications should be received before September 15, 2018. Interested applicants are invited to submit a complete curriculum vitae, a research vision statement and a teaching vision statement. They should indicate how their research will strengthen and integrate ongoing research in the Water Institute. Each of the vision statements should be no more than two pages in length. A cover letter should indicate for which position the applicant wishes to be considered for as well as the names and full contact information of at least three references. The entire application package should be submitted as a single PDF file to Mary Anne Hardy at mahardy@uwaterloo.ca. Informal inquiries should be directed to Professor Roy Brouwer.

The University of Waterloo respects, appreciates and encourages diversity and is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority in the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Three reasons to apply: https://uwaterloo.ca/faculty-association/why-waterloo.