Research Chair in Advanced Cellulosic Material Production and Functionalization (Tenure Track Appointment in Department of Chemical Engineering)
The Faculty of Engineering at Lakehead University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in its department of Chemical Engineering at the Assistant or Associate Professor level commencing August 1, 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will be co-appointed as Research Chairin Advanced Cellulosic Material Production and Functionalization in Lakehead’s Biorefining Research Institute (BRI), which has a strategic aim of developing innovative bioproducts. The research focus should be towards design of green products and processes for the production of novel, high-value cellulose based biomaterials from renewable resources that are cost effective and can replace petroleum-based products such as superabsorbent polymers, transparent films for biodegradable packaging, functional textiles, biopolymers for composites, etc. Focus on the forest bio-mass as the main feedstock is expected.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program and collaborate with industry. Relevant industrial experience would be a definite asset. The Research Chair is for five (5) years and is renewable.
Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, a PhD in Chemical Engineering or closely related field, and are expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching as well as service to the department of Chemical Engineering. A reduced teaching load is provided as long as the candidate is a research chair. Registration, or eligibility to register, as a Professional Engineer in Canada is required.
The Biorefining Research Institute is a Senate-approved Research Institute with dedicated research space and infrastructure. The successful candidate will have their laboratory facility at BRI. More information on BRI is available at https://www.lakeheadu.ca/research-and-innovation/facilities-centres/bri. The Strategic Plan for BRI is available at BRI Plan.
Lakehead is a comprehensive university with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. With campuses located in Thunder Bay and Orillia, Lakehead has approximately 10,000 students and 2,160 faculty and staff. With an emphasis on collaborative learning and independent critical thinking and a multidisciplinary teaching approach, Lakehead offers a variety of degree and diploma programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels through its ten faculties, including Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Natural Resources Management, Science and Environmental Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities, Graduate Studies, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (West Campus) and Ontario’s newest Faculty of Law. For further information, please visit: www.lakeheadu.ca.
Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research plans, copies of their three most significant publications, and the names and addresses of three references to:
Dr. H. Naser, Acting Dean, Faculty of Engineering
Lakehead University
955 Oliver Road
Thunder Bay, ON, Canada P7B 5E1
Email: dean.engi@lakeheadu.ca
Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. Please note that the hiring committee imposes no restrictions on applicants with regard to nationality or country of residence; however, priority will be given to applicants that are Canadian Citizens or Landed Immigrants.
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.