Canada Research Chair (CRC) – Tier 1 in Mass Spectrometry …, London

Position Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Mass Spectrometry ‘Omics for Novel Therapeutics. Appointment Full‑time tenured joint appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and the Department of Chemistry. The candidate may obtain cross appointments in other relevant departments upon request. Responsibilities - Develop and lead an independent research program in mass spectrometry ‘omics focused on novel therapeutics. - Acquire, set up, and maintain shared instrumentation for metabolomics, proteomics, lipidomics, and other related areas. - Assume leadership of the shared Mass Spectrometry infrastructure in the BioCore. - Mentor junior faculty and graduate students in mass spectrometry ‘omics research. - Collaborate across departments to advance a cross‑departmental program in molecular biotherapeutics and diagnostics, contributing to large‑scale funding proposals. - Apply for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in the first available competition after appointment. Qualifications - PhD (or equivalent) with advanced training in biochemistry, chemistry, biochemical engineering, or a closely related field. - Demonstrated record of impactful publications (evaluated by DORA principles). - Recognized national or international leader (invited lectures, conference symposia). - Career‑stage appropriate external peer‑reviewed funding (e.g., CIHR, NIH). Experience incorporating EDID principles into research, teaching, and/or mentorship. - Fluent written and oral communication skills in English. - Enthusiastic about graduate and undergraduate education with a positive teaching and mentoring record. EEO Statement In recognition of Western’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and the underrepresentation of Women in our Chairholders, only applicants who self‑identify as a woman will be considered for this CRC prospect. Women include individuals who self‑identify as transgender, gender‑fluid, non‑binary and Two‑Spirit. Applicants must disclose their self‑identification in the application; this information will be shared only with the appointments committee members and senior administrative personnel supporting the committee. Compensation & Benefits Annual salary $150,000 – $200,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with university policy. To Apply Applications will be reviewed by a multidisciplinary committee and must include the following: - A completed regular full‑time faculty application form. - A cover letter addressing how your expertise fits the position. - A detailed curriculum vitae. - A research plan (up to five single‑spaced pages). In your statement describe how your past contributions connect with your research plan and how the plan will build research capacity at Western. - A statement of teaching and mentoring philosophies (up to two single‑spaced pages). - A statement on creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment for research, teaching, and service (up to two single‑spaced pages). - The names and email addresses of three academic referees. Submit a single PDF to Dr. Gloor via email at . Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2psh9n