THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
INTERNAL POSTING: Department of Materials Engineering
NSERC Canada Research Chair – Tier 2 in Electrochemical Systems for Energy Storage and Carbon Capture
Posting Date: 7th Jan 2025
Closing Date: 7th Feb 2025
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver campus, invites applications from internal UBC faculty members for an NSERC Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC) position in the field of Electrochemical Systems for Energy Storage and Carbon Capture. As this is an internal search, applicants must already hold a full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty appointment in the UBC Department of Materials Engineering. Applicants must hold a PhD and be at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., candidates must have been an active researcher in their field for fewer than 10 years at the time of nomination). Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.) may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. Please contact the UBC CRC secretariat for more information. Tier 2 CRC positions have a term of five years which may be renewed once for a second five-year term. All CRC nominations are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat and appointment as a CRC is conditional upon their approval. Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria.
The Chair holder is expected to have a demonstrated track record of leadership and expertise in the development of redox flow batteries for energy storage applications and electrochemical carbon capture technologies. The Chair holder will be a prominent researcher in electrochemical engineering with a strong track record in the development of safe, water-based electrochemical flow systems. The Chair holder’s expertise will position the Department at the forefront of electrochemical innovation, addressing key challenges in sustainable energy and carbon mitigation. The Chair holder will bring a breadth of expertise, establish an innovative research program with the ability to attract substantial external funding and industrial partnerships as well as excellence in undergraduate teaching and learning, and dedication to graduate student teaching, supervision, and mentoring. The Chair holder will be a researcher and educator with a proven commitment to matters of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and has demonstrated noteworthy leadership within the Department in furthering EDI initiatives.
Application details: In accordance with the 2019 Addendum to the 2006 Canadian Human Rights Settlement Agreement, UBC’s CRC Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Action Plan, and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, the selection will be restricted to members of one or more of the following designated groups: Women and gender equity-seeking groups, Racialized individuals (members of groups that are racially categorized), persons with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples. Applicants must self-identify as a member of one or more of the designated groups using the equity survey (https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WJHol7SfPxRMu9). As the search is limited to those self-identifying as members of designated equity groups, applicants must also provide their names when completing the equity survey in order to be considered. This information will be stored in a secure database and made available only to members of the adjudication committee. The application package must be submitted via email to Dr. Daan Maijer, Department Head, Materials Engineering by 11:59pm February 7, 2025. The anticipated start date of the Chair position is October 1, 2025.
The application package should include:
- a curriculum vitae (UBC CV format)
- a letter of interest describing the proposed research program, addressing i) the context for the research & ii) the methodology to be used (maximum 4 pages)
- a statement on how the applicant’s HQP training strategies, and how their research and/or teaching contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment (not exceeding 1 page)
- names and contact information for four potential referees who meet the Canada Research Chairs Program’s conflict of interest requirements. (Please note references will not be solicited at this time)
In assessing applications, UBC recognizes the legitimate impact that Covid-related research interruptions and eligible leaves (e.g., maternity, parental, medical, bereavement) can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all candidates (including but not limited to disabled people). Confidential accommodations are available on request by contacting the Department Head, Daan Maijer at daan.maijer@ubc.ca.
Personal information is collected under the authority of sections 26(a) and 26(c) of the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information you provide will only be used to determine whether you qualify for participation in this hiring process. Equity Survey Data will be collected by the UBC Equity & Inclusion Office and only the names of those who identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: Women and gender equity-seeking groups, Racialized individuals (members of groups that are racially categorized), persons with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples will be forwarded for to the adjudication committee for further consideration. Responses will be stored in a secure database.
The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce, and in particular, for its employees with disabilities. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. For additional information regarding UBC’s accommodation and access policies and resources (for faculty and staff as well as students), please visit the Centre for Workplace Accessibility. For support and assistance with accommodation questions, contact workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca. To learn more about how the University is working to create a more inclusive working and learning environment, please see the UBC Inclusion Action Plan’s goals related to recruitment and retention at this link (https://equity.ubc.ca/stear-framework-and-roadmap-for-change/).
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
With gratitude, we acknowledge that the University of British Columbia Faculty of Applied Science and its programs, distributed on two academic campuses, are located on traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Musqueam people and of the Syilx (Okanagan) peoples.
INTERNAL POSTING: Department of Materials Engineering
NSERC Canada Research Chair – Tier 1 in Multiscale Correlative Electron Microscopy
Posting Date: 6th Jan 2025
Closing Date: 6th Feb 2025
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver campus, invites applications from internal UBC faculty members for an NSERC Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) position in the field of electron microscopy. As this is an internal search, applicants must already hold a full-time, tenured faculty appointment in the UBC Department of Materials Engineering. Applicants must hold a PhD and be at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor, with the expectation to be promoted to Professor within one or two years.
Tier 1 CRCs are intended for researchers who (a) are outstanding, innovative, world-class researchers, (b) are recognized as international leaders in their field, and (c) have superior records of attracting and supervising graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. Tier 1 CRC positions have a term of seven years which may be renewed once for a second seven-year term. All CRC nominations are subject to review and final approval by the CRC Secretariat. Please consult the Canada Research Chairs website (https://www.chairs-chaires.gc.ca) for full program information, including further details on eligibility criteria.
The Chair holder is expected to have a demonstrated track record of leadership and expertise in developing and applying electron microscopy-based methods to characterize and understand the structure, properties and performance of engineering materials at the nm to mm length scales. The Chair holder will have an internationally-recognized research program in the use and development of advanced characterization methods, which include advances to instrumentation and software development, to enhance our ability to probe materials and provide correlative structural and chemical insight, e.g. of microstructure and mechanical properties. The Chair holder will use their links with industry and academic partners to realize impact from their research that influences and assists industrial partners in fields such as aerospace, transportation and clean energy production. The Chair holder will be a researcher and educator with a proven commitment to matters of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and has demonstrated noteworthy leadership within the Department in furthering EDI initiatives.
Application details: In accordance with UBC’s CRC Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Action Plan, and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, the selection will be restricted to members of one or more of the following designated groups: Women and gender equity-seeking groups, Racialized individuals (members of groups that are racially categorized), persons with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples. Applicants must self-identify as a member of one or more of the designated groups using the equity survey (https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WJHol7SfPxRMu9). As the search is limited to those self-identifying as members of designated equity groups, applicants must also provide their name when completing the equity survey in order to be considered. This information will be stored in a secure database and made available only to members of the adjudication committee. The application package must be submitted via email to Dr. Daan Maijer, Department Head, Materials Engineering by 11:59pm Feb 6th, 2025. The anticipated start date of the Chair position is October 1, 2025.
The application package should include:
- a curriculum vitae (UBC CV format)
- a letter of interest describing the proposed research program, addressing i) the context for the research & ii) the methodology to be used (maximum 4 pages)
- a statement on how the applicant’s HQP training strategies, and how their research and/or teaching contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment (not exceeding 1 page)
- names and contact information for four potential referees who meet the Canada Research Chairs Program’s conflict of interest requirements. (Please note references will not be solicited at this time)
In assessing applications, UBC recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. These leaves will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process. UBC welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To make a confidential request for accommodations, please contact the Department Head, Daan Maijer at daan.maijer@ubc.ca.
Personal information is collected under the authority of sections 26(a) and 26(c) of the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information you provide will only be used to determine whether you qualify for participation in this hiring process. Equity Survey Data will be collected by the UBC Equity & Inclusion Office and only the names of those who identify as a member of one or more of the following groups: Women and gender equity-seeking groups, Racialized individuals (members of groups that are racially categorized), persons with disabilities, and Indigenous Peoples will be forwarded for to the adjudication committee for further consideration. Responses will be stored in a secure database.
The University is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce, and in particular, for its employees with disabilities. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. For additional information regarding UBC’s accommodation and access policies and resources (for faculty and staff as well as students), please visit the Centre for Workplace Accessibility. For support and assistance with accommodation questions, contact workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca. To learn more about how the University is working to create a more inclusive working and learning environment, please see the UBC Inclusion Action Plan’s goals related to recruitment and retention at this link (https://equity.ubc.ca/stear-framework-and-roadmap-for-change/).
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Assistant Professor of Teaching
At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track position in the Educational Leadership stream at the rank of Assistant Professor of Teaching (in exceptional cases, a tenure-track, or tenured, appointment at the rank of Associate Professor of Teaching may be considered). The anticipated start date of the position is July 1, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Over its long history, the Department of Materials Engineering at UBC has distinguished itself with excellence in research, teaching and service in the field of Materials Engineering. The Department has a strong record of collaborative work within UBC and industry and promotes interdisciplinary research and teaching. The successful candidate is expected to take a leading role in enhancing the teaching and learning environment in the Department of Materials Engineering. This includes the development and delivery of core courses in the Materials engineering curriculum, active participation in capstone design projects, and development / renewal of undergraduate laboratories. The successful applicant will be expected to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in Materials Engineering, and to collaborate with other departments and programs to develop courses and other educational and experiential opportunities for students both within and beyond the Department of Materials Engineering.
UBC defines Educational Leadership (EL) as “an activity taken at UBC and elsewhere to advance innovation in teaching and learning with impact beyond one’s classroom.” As an EL faculty member in addition to teaching and service to the Department, there is an expectation that a portion of your role is to focus on the systematic enhancement, innovation and evaluation of teaching practice and how it supports student learning, and to share what you learn with colleagues. To support you in this work, UBC offers funding opportunities and programs to develop practical expertise through the Institute for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and the Centre for Teaching Learning and Technology. This includes funding through various programs (e.g. SoTL Seed, Open Education Resources, and Teaching and Learning Enhancement Funds) to enrich student learning and the educational community by supporting and disseminating innovative and effective educational enhancements. There are more than 350 EL faculty at UBC at the forefront of educational scholarship rooted within their own disciplines, forging a path forward through the changing landscape of teaching and learning in higher education.
The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. degree in Materials Engineering or a closely related field and be registered, or be eligible for registration within five years of appointment, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists, British Columbia. The successful candidate will have demonstrated evidence or possess clear potential for exceling in teaching, developing and/or applying innovative pedagogy, educational leadership, and providing service to the University and the wider community. Relevant industrial experience, in particular, is viewed as an asset. Further information on the Department is available Materials Engineering Website and information on the Faculty of Applied Science is available on the Materials Engineering Website.
Applications must be submitted online on Workday. Applicants should submit a letter stating their suitability for the position and include:
- a current curriculum vitae
- a statement of teaching philosophy and interests in educational leadership relevant to this position (up to 3 pages) *
- evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (such as course outlines and/or student evaluations)
- a 1-page statement on how their teaching, educational leadership, and/or service would contribute to an equitable, diverse, inclusive (EDI) and/or decolonized academic environment*
- Names and contact information (including email addresses) of three referees who can speak to the applicant’s activities related to teaching, educational leadership, and service
* Additional pages will be removed
The initial closing date for applications is December 1st, 2024 but applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
The expected salary range for an Assistant Professor of Teaching position is $110,000 – $120,000 per annum, plus benefits. The expected salary range for an Associate Professor of Teaching position is $150,000 – $170,000 per annum, plus benefits. The Faculty of Applied Science is committed to offering equitable salaries, taking into consideration the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate as well as their years in rank.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an inclusive and equitable process for all candidates (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To confidentially request such accommodations, please contact Michelle Tierney, Manager – Business Operations at michelle.tierney@ubc.ca.
To learn more about UBC’s Center for Workplace Accessibility, visit the website of the Center for Workplace Accessibility or contact the Center at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
With gratitude, we acknowledge that the University of British Columbia Faculty of Applied Science and its programs, distributed on two academic campuses, are located on traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Musqueam people and of the Syilx (Okanagan) peoples.
Research Associate: Advanced Renewables
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver campus, invites applications for a full time Research Associate. The initial appointment will be for 1 year with the possibility of extension subject to work performance and funding availability. The anticipated start date is January 1, 2025. The Research Associate will guide and conduct research on the nanofibre production, carbonization, including pilot-scale carbonization. Applicants must have knowledge of upscaling laboratory carbon-fibre processes.
Applicants should have completed their PhD program, had 4 years of post-doctoral experience with demonstrated experience in carbon-based materials and operating pilot scale equipment.
Office and laboratory will be located in the Advanced Materials Processing Engineering Lab (AMPEL) in the Faculty of Applied Science.
Major responsibilities include:
· Developing procedures and techniques for the efficient production of nanofibers and carbonization procedures;
· Conduct research and guide upscaling carbon-fibre production process;
· Overseeing and conducting experiments; reviewing, analyzing and developing conclusions from data;
· Supervising students working collaboratively on the project;
· Reviewing scientific literature;
· Assisting in advising on direction of future work;
· Working as an author or co-author on publications; recommending lab equipment and supply purchases; overseeing and managing lab operations;
Minimum Qualifications:
· PhD degree in a relevant discipline.
· Minimum of 4 years’ experience.
· Supervisory experience of undergraduate or MASc projects.
· Demonstrated experience in performing research, analysis and reporting data related to carbonization and operating pilot scale carbonization equipment.
Applications must be submitted online on Workday.
Candidates should submit:
- a curriculum vitae
- a cover letter outlining their qualifications and related experience
The deadline for applications is November 5, 2024
All positions are subject to availabilities of funds.
The expected annual pay for this position is $80,000 plus benefits.
Assistant Professor (Advanced Manufacturing)
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to build on our strengths in the field of advanced manufacturing (in exceptional cases a tenure-track, or tenured, appointment at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered). The anticipated start date of the position is September 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Over its long history, the Department of Materials Engineering at UBC has distinguished itself with excellence in research, teaching and service in the field of Materials Engineering. The Department has a strong record of collaborative work within UBC and industry and promotes interdisciplinary research. The Department has recently partnered with the Department of Mechanical Engineering (UBC Vancouver) and the School of Engineering at UBC’s Okanagan campus to create a new, undergraduate program in Manufacturing Engineering. We are seeking dynamic, emerging leaders in the field of manufacturing whose focus for teaching and research is in one of: i) high value sustainable manufacturing, ii) the use of data science in manufacturing, iii) biomedical / biomaterials manufacturing, and / or iv) other relevant manufacturing areas. Building on our strengths, we aim to lead the development of innovative processes and technologies that will transform the current manufacturing landscape with an emphasis on the interaction between the process and the material’s performance in the final part/component. For all research areas, there is an interest in both computational and experimental approaches with an emphasis on integration, validation and implementation of solutions to solve challenges in manufacturing.
Applicants for this position should have a demonstrated track record of (or possess clear potential to excel in) research and teaching. The successful candidate must develop an independent, internationally recognized research program, and seek funding, both as an individual and in collaboration with others, drawing on Government and industrial sources. The position will involve teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, the supervision of graduate students at the Masters and Doctoral levels and providing service to the University and the broader community.
A Ph.D. degree in Materials Engineering or a closely related field is required, and the successful candidate will be expected to register as a member of Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia. Further information on the Department is available on the Materials Engineering Website and information on the Faculty of Applied Science is available on the Applied Science Website.
Applications must be submitted online on Workday. Applicants should submit a letter stating their suitability for the position and include:
- a current curriculum vitae
- a 1-page statement of research interests*
- a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy and interests*
- a 1-page statement on how their research and/or teaching would contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment*
- Names and contact information (including email addresses) of four referees
* Additional pages will be removed
The initial closing date for applications is June 1st, 2024 but applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
The expected salary range for an Assistant Professor position is $120,000 – $130,000 per annum, plus benefits. The expected salary range for an Associate Professor position is $165,000 – $185,000 per annum, plus benefits. The Faculty of Applied Science is committed to offering equitable salaries, taking into consideration the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate as well as their years in rank.
The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, assessed in areas of scholarly activity, teaching and service, and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an inclusive and equitable process for all candidates (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To confidentially request such accommodations, please contact Michelle Tierney, Manager – Business Operations at michelle.tierney@ubc.ca.
To learn more about UBC’s Center for Workplace Accessibility, visit the website of the Center for Workplace Accessibility.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Assistant Professor (Sustainable Materials Engineering)
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to build on our strengths in the field of materials processing (in exceptional cases a tenure-track, or tenured, appointment at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered). This position is part of the University of British Columbia’s President’s Academic Excellence Initiative (PAEI) within the Faculty of Applied Science. This cluster hire within the faculty aims to build a community of scholars ready to challenge and create fresh ways of generating and applying impactful knowledge in areas related to the theme of this cluster: Revolution in the Cycle: Transforming the Product Lifecycle for Global Good. The anticipated start date of the position is September 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Over its long history, the Department of Materials Engineering at UBC has distinguished itself with excellence in research, teaching and service in the field of Materials Engineering. The Department has a strong record of collaborative work within UBC and industry and promotes interdisciplinary research. In the context of this hire, the Department seeks to support research and teaching that enables society to work toward minimizing the environmental impact of materials through their entire life cycle. Therefore, we envisage that the successful candidate will align their research and teaching activity with our goals to achieve more sustainable materials engineering, with solutions that span and enhance the range of research activities in our department (e.g. materials extraction and recovery from recycled materials and waste streams, design / manufacturing of sustainable materials, development of sustainable processes for materials production / manufacturing, and design and production of sustainable materials for energy systems).
Applicants for this position should have a demonstrated track record of (or possess clear potential to excel in) research and teaching within the topic area described above. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate how their research seeks firstly, to advance methodological innovation through their approach to collaborative working between academic disciplines and / or with non-academic partners, and secondly, to impact contemporary societal challenges. Strong applicants are likely to be comfortable working with and learning from non-specialists in their field.
The successful candidate must develop an independent, internationally recognized research program, and seek funding, both as an individual and in collaboration with others, drawing on Government and industrial sources. The position will involve teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, the supervision of graduate students at the Masters and Doctoral levels and providing service to the University and the broader community. The successful candidate must embrace productive relationships across cultural differences and develop an equitable, diverse and inclusive learning and research approach that promotes a respectful environment for all students, staff and faculty.
A Ph.D. degree in Materials Engineering or a closely related field is required, and the successful candidate will be expected to register as a member of Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia. Further information on the Department is available here and information on the Faculty of Applied Science is available here.
Applications must be submitted on Workday. Applicants should submit a letter stating their suitability for the position, which will include:
- a current curriculum vitae
- a 100-word summary, suitable for a non-specialist audience, outlining your research
- a 1-page statement of research interests*
- a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy and interests*
- a 1-page statement on how their research and / or teaching would augment learning and research activities in the Department*
- a 1-page statement on how their research and/or teaching would contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment*
- Names and contact information (including email addresses) of four referees
* Additional pages will be removed
The initial closing date for applications is February 15, 2024 but applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
The expected salary range for an Assistant Professor position is $120,000 – $130,000 per annum, plus benefits. The expected salary range for an Associate Professor position is $165,000 – $185,000 per annum, plus benefits. The Faculty of Applied Science is committed to offering equitable salaries, taking into consideration the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate as well as their years in rank.
The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, assessed in areas of scholarly activity, teaching and service, and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an inclusive and equitable process for all candidates (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To confidentially request such accommodations please contact the Department Head, Daan Maijer at daan.maijer@ubc.ca.
To learn more about UBC’s Center for Workplace Accessibility, visit the website of the Center for Workplace Accessibility .
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Assistant Professor (Advanced Metals Processing)
The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to build on our strengths in the field of metals processing (in exceptional cases a tenure-track, or tenured, appointment at the rank of Associate Professor may be considered). The anticipated start date of the position is July 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Over its long history, the Department of Materials Engineering at UBC (referred to as the Department) has distinguished itself with excellence in research, teaching and service in the field of Materials Engineering. The Department has a strong record of collaborative work within UBC and industry and promotes interdisciplinary research.
Applicants for this position should have a demonstrated track record of (or possess clear potential to excel in) research and teaching in one or more areas related to the advanced processing of metals with an emphasis on solidification in additive manufacturing, casting technologies, and other closely related metals manufacturing technologies. Building on a core strength in the Department, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing mathematical models and conducting experiments at a range of scales to analyze and optimize metals manufacturing processes from the standpoint of improving quality, reducing cost, and promoting sustainability.
The successful candidate must develop an independent, internationally recognized research program, and seek funding, both as an individual and in collaboration with others, drawing on Government and industrial sources. The position will involve teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, the supervision of graduate students at the Masters and Doctoral levels and providing service to the University and the broader community. The successful candidate must embrace productive relationships across cultural differences and develop an equitable, diverse and inclusive learning and research approach that promotes a respectful environment for all students, staff and faculty.
A Ph.D. degree in Materials Engineering or a closely related field is required and the successful candidate will be expected to register as a member of Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia. Further information on the Department is available here and information on the Faculty of Applied Science is available here.
Applications must be submitted on Workday. Applicants should submit a letter stating their suitability for the position, which will include:
- a current curriculum vitae
- a 1-page statement of research interests*
- a 1-page statement of teaching philosophy and interests*
- a 1-page statement on how their research and/or teaching would contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment*
- Names and contact information (including email addresses) of four referees
* Additional pages will be removed
The initial closing date for applications is January 15, 2024 but applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
The University of British Columbia hires on the basis of merit, assessed in areas of scholarly activity, teaching and service, and is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment for all members of its workforce. An inclusive work environment presumes an environment where differences are accepted, recognized, and integrated into current structures, planning, and decision-making modes. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an inclusive and equitable process for all candidates (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To confidentially request such accommodations please contact the Department Head, Daan Maijer at daan.maijer@ubc.ca.
To learn more about UBC’s Center for Workplace Accessibility, visit the website of the Center for Workplace Accessibility.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
The Department and Faculty
Over its long history, the Department of Materials Engineering at UBC (referred to as the Department) has distinguished itself with excellence in research, teaching and service in the field of Materials Engineering. The Department has a strong record of collaborative work with industry and promotes interdisciplinary research.
As part of the Faculty of Applied Science at UBC, our Department benefits from collaboration across a distinctive constellation of disciplines, with expertise and academic programs in health, technology, design and communities at both the UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan campuses. The Faculty consists of four Schools: Nursing; Architecture and Landscape Architecture; Community and Regional Planning; and Biomedical Engineering (in partnership with Medicine); and six engineering departments: Chemical and Biological Engineering; Civil Engineering; Electrical and Computer Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Materials Engineering; and Mining Engineering. The Faculty’s core purpose is to discovery, design, innovate, provide unwavering top-tier education, and champion a community of responsible and inclusive professionals. The Faculty’s Strategic Plan, Transforming Tomorrow, prioritizes transforming ourselves, so our scholarship and learning is better able to address the urgent challenges facing communities and cities, near and far.
As one of the world’s leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
We respectfully acknowledge that the UBC Vancouver-Point Grey academic campus is located on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), and UBC operations in Vancouver more generally are also on the territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).