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R ecognizing the critical role that diversity of identity, background and perspective play in harnessing creativity and innovation, McMaster University’s Faculty of Engineering invites applications for a women in engineering tenure-track position in the Department of Chemical Engineering to begin July 1, 2027 or on a mutually agreed date thereafter. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Ranked among the top engineering schools in Canada and worldwide, McMaster Engineering has a long history of excellence in cutting edge research, student-focused education, innovative programs, leading faculty, and achieving students. We integrate experiential learning into every facet of the student journey, offer Canada’s largest undergraduate research program, support vibrant co-op opportunities, and more. With 225 faculty members, about 8,000 undergraduate and 1,400 graduate students, we are a world-class centre for academic excellence and innovation.
Founded in 1887, McMaster University is one of only four Canadian universities ranked among the top 80 in the world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2022 and is home to more than 70 research centres and institutes. Named Canada’s most research-intensive university in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 by Research Infosource, McMaster is dedicated to teaching, learning and service. With a total student population of more than 37,000, McMaster welcomes students from 120 countries as well as Canada. Discover more of what McMaster Engineering and the Hamilton area can offer to academic professionals and their families by reviewing the Information Guide highlighting our research excellence, family-friendly resources and rich local culture. Opportunities for continuous personal and professional growth are also made available through our Faculty’s Fireball Academy and the MacPherson Institute .
Successful Candidate
We seek talented and dynamic women in chemical engineering who will contribute to the department’s excellence in research, teaching, and service. We will consider candidates in all areas relevant to the faculty’s strategic plan of engineering a brighter future . Candidates working in interdisciplinary, crosscutting research areas that address global grand challenges are desirable. Specific research topics of interest include but are not limited to resource recovery techniques; membrane design; catalysis; energy conversion; circular economies; and process intensification.
Applicants are expected to have a PhD in Chemical Engineering or related areas, and must demonstrate an impactful record of research, reflected by publications in relevant high-quality peer-reviewed journals and external grant acquisition (for established researchers). The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses. They will be expected to establish a strong externally funded research program, supervise graduate students, and foster collaborations within the Department, Faculty, University, and beyond.
Applicants should also possess outstanding leadership and communication skills, a commitment to excellence in service, and ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Any evidence demonstrating communication and service excellence in the areas of teaching, research, or service is encouraged but not required. All candidates will be expected to participate in the normal administrative, educational, and professional activities of the Department, Faculty and University. Applicants are expected to have licenses for the practice of engineering in Canada or the ability and eligibility to apply for an engineering license with the Professional Engineers of Ontario within 3 years.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
McMaster has a vision to achieve international distinction for creativity, innovation and excellence as a research-intensive, student-centred university. In committing to that vision, we are also focused on the promotion of inclusive excellence, recognizing the critical role that diversity of identity, background and perspective play in harnessing creativity and innovation, and the importance of building inclusive and collegial teams within our community. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, decolonization, and indigenisation, and who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives.
We invite all applicants to complete a brief Diversity Survey as part of the application process. It takes approximately two minutes to complete. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. All information collected is confidential and will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the applicant pool and to promote a fair, equitable and inclusive talent acquisition process. Inquiries about the Diversity Survey may be directed to [email protected] .
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Office of the Dean of Engineering at 905-525-9140 ext. 24900 to communicate accommodation needs.
