Assistant Professor In Chemistry Jobs in Waterloo, ON

Position is covered by the Agreement between the University of Guelph and University of Guelph Faculty Association Unit 1

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level.  The anticipated start date of the position is December 1, 2026, or another mutually agreed upon date in 2026 or 2027.

The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related field and a record of relevant, internationally-recognized research. They will have the pedagogic ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students, and a desire to inspire new generations of scientists. The candidate will be expected to develop an independent research program, with global impact, funded by Canadian and international agencies (i.e., NSERC, CFI, etc.), which may lead to industrial collaborations. Candidates with interests in organic chemistry, including synthesis, organometallics, bioorganic chemistry, polymers, green chemistry, and mechanistic studies, are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to devote significant portions of their time to both research and teaching within the Department. They will also be expected to participate in service.

Research Requirements: 

The application must include evidence of a consistent record of high quality, funded research, or strong evidence of the ability to attract funding for such. Evidence for this will include a record of submission and acceptance of conference presentations, high-quality peer-reviewed journal publications and/or patents. In addition, the candidate must submit a detailed research proposal which demonstrates their potential to establish an independent research career.

Teaching Requirements:

The applicant will need to demonstrate their willingness and ability to lecture, examine, and develop course materials as needed for established and new courses at all levels of the undergraduate curriculum. Additionally, they will need to develop and deliver courses at the graduate level. If the candidate has previous teaching experience, a record of high-quality teaching based on formal teaching evaluations or awards will be viewed positively.

Service Requirements: 

All faculty participate in numerous service activities.

The Department of Chemistry (www.chemistry.uoguelph.ca) belongs to the College of Computational, Mathematical and Physical Sciences (www.uoguelph.ca/ccmps/) at the University of Guelph (https://www.uoguelph.ca/). Our academic environment is strongly supportive of innovative research and teaching, and all interviewed applicants will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their skills in both of these essential roles.

The current research activities of the Department are supported by major infrastructure resources of characterization and analytical instrumentation, including extensive NMR capabilities (https://www.uoguelph.ca/aac/facilities/nmr-centre/equipment) in the Advanced Analysis Centre (AAC) (www.uoguelph.ca/aac/), the Electrochemical Technology Centre (ETC) (https://etc.uoguelph.ca/) the Departmental X-Ray Facility (https://uogxlab.uoguelph.ca/), as well as dedicated Electronic Shop, Machine Shop and Glassblowing.

The University of Guelph resides on the traditional lands and territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat. These lands are now home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people. We offer our respect and gratitude to our Indigenous neighbours and affirm our responsibility to realize our commitments to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided in this work by Bi-Naagward | It Comes into View, the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy.

The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of over 144,000 people, located about an hour drive west of Toronto, Ontario. University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across more than 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: To Improve Life. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our University community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues.

Application Process: 

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant. SuccessFactors: Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)

Assessment of applications will begin on September 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should create an account on https://careers.uoguelph.ca/ and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #2440) by submitting the following materials (in an integrated Single PDF file): 

1. Cover letter
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A five-page research proposal in NSERC Discovery Program format (https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Professors-Professeurs/Grants-Subs/DGIGP-PSIGP_eng.asp).
4. A one-page statement on how the applicant will implement the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI) in their teaching, research, and scholarly work.
5. A one-page statement on the applicant's teaching vision and philosophy.
6. Contact information of three referees.
   • Please arrange with your referees to send their letters of reference directly to the department using the same address indicated below.

Applications should be sent to the attention of:

Dr. France-Isabelle Auzanneau

Chair of the Hiring Committee

Department of Chemistry

University of Guelph

Guelph, ON N1G 2W1

Questions about this position and/or application process may be directed to Chair of the Hiring Committee, Department of Chemistry, at chemchr@uoguelph.ca.

Candidates selected for an interview may be asked to provide additional documentation including sample publications or a teaching portfolio. 

Employee Type: Regular
Position Number: 10926463
Classification: UGFA - Professor  

This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association(UGFA). 

The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time, our strategic plan, which pledges to "transform our human resources, governance and student services and practices across the University to enable us to recruit a diverse student, faculty and staff body and support them in achieving their personal, professional and scholarly goals." The University commits to creating and maintaining "equitable work environments that empower us in our pursuit of student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact." 

The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. 

The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting Occupational Health and Wellness at 519-824-4120 x52674. If you have any questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the hiring process or for more information and support, please visit the University's Occupational Health and Wellness or contact OHW at ohw@uoguelph.ca.

Posting Date: 06/05/2026 
Closing Date: September 1, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found