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Overview Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Science Department : Chemistry Campus: Waterloo Employee Group: WLUFA Requisition ID: 10605 WILFRID LAURIER UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Wilfrid Laurier University invites applications for a Tenure-Track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in Biochemistry (broadly defined) beginning July 1st, 2026, subject to budgetary approval. The primary campus location for this position is The Waterloo Campus; however, teaching responsibilities may include instruction at the Brantford or Milton campuses via in-person or virtual delivery. Anticipated Salary Range: $90,000 to $130,000. Actual salary to be commensurate with experience. Responsibilities Teach undergraduate courses in the Honours Biochemistry & Biotechnology program. Contribute teaching within the MSc in Chemistry and PhD in Biological and Chemical Sciences programs. Develop an active research program including supervision of undergraduate and graduate students. Attract external funding and contribute scholarly and/or professional activities. Contribute service to the University and academic community. Qualifications PhD in Biochemistry or a related area. Postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Application Instructions Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, teaching experience and teaching interests, a 5-page (excluding references) NSERC-style research proposal, and contact information (address, telephone, and email) for at least three referees to: and addressed to Dr. Ken Maly, Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, ON N2L 3C5. Applications will be accepted until March 9, 2026. About Laurier and Diversity Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading Canadian university renowned for its learning environment and student-focused educational experience. As a comprehensive university with more than 19,000 students, Laurier has grown rapidly in research intensity while at the same time preserving its well-earned reputation for undergraduate and graduate teaching and learning excellence. With a multi-campus and multi-community culture, Laurier offers students an exceptional range and depth of more than 100 academic programs taught by award-winning lecturers across nine faculties. For more information about working at Laurier as well as the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, applicants are encouraged to visit the institutions web pages: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry - Waterloo Campus - Equity, Diversity, and Accessibility Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier Universitys Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Lauriers core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from Indigenous, racialized, disabled, and from persons of any sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at . Candidates from other equity-seeking groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority as per Canadian immigration laws. The University gathers information about applicants status as Permanent Residents or Canadian citizens to comply with Government of Canada reporting requirements. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, however must include one of the following statements in their cover letter: Yes, I am a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada; No, I am not a current citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Members of designated groups may self-identify to be considered for employment equity. Candidates may self-identify, in confidence, to Ruth MacNeil, Senior Administrative Officer, Faculty of Science (). Further information on the equity policy can be found at are encouraged to address career interruptions or special circumstances that may have affected their record of research and teaching, in accordance with SSHRC and NSERC definitions and guidelines. To obtain a copy of this job description in an accessible format, please contact . Notes The Faculty of Science thanks all applicants for their interest. All nominations and applications shall be reviewed under a set of criteria established by the Search Committee, and a short list of candidates shall be interviewed. Only those applicants selected for the short list will be contacted. Laurier is committed to meeting accessibility needs and invites applicants to request accommodation as needed. All applications must be submitted online. A CV and letter of introduction will be required in electronic form. #J-18808-Ljbffr