Position number: 35793
Probationary
Department of Biological Sciences
Faculty of Science
Posting start date: September 1, 2026
Advertised until: November 1, 2026 or until filled
For more information please contact: W Gary Anderson - [email protected]
Posting Title: Cell and Systems - Aquatics Biologist
Position number: 35793
Type: Assistant Professor
Department: Biological Sciences
Faculty: Science
Posting start date: September 1, 2026
Posting close date: November 1, 2026
For more information please contact: W Gary Anderson @ [email protected]
The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a full-time probationary (tenure-track) position at the Assistant Professor rank, commencing July 1, 2027, or on a date mutually agreed upon. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Department seeks an emerging scholar with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. Exceptional candidates at any rank will be considered with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below:
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:
Outstanding candidates in the area of Aquatic Biology working at the molecular, cell and/or systems level in their research program will be considered. Successful candidates will be expected to develop an internationally competitive research program to study fundamental or applied questions in cell, biochemical, molecular, genetic and/or developmental biology.
Successful candidates will hold a minimum of a PhD in the relevant discipline and have a proven record of high-quality scholarly research leading to peer-assessed publications. They will either have, or demonstrate the potential to, establish and sustain an independent and innovative externally funded research program. They will be expected to develop teaching excellence in molecular, cell and systems biology contributing to undergraduate and graduate degree programs, showing effective mentorship strategies promoting equity, diversity, inclusion and success of students. Effective leadership potential, ability to establish productive collaborations and a commitment to service of the Department and research community will be expected.
The Department currently has 29 full time tenured and tenure track faculty members and 9 Instructors and offers a full range of both undergraduate and graduate programs in Biological Sciences. Further information about the Department can be obtained from https://umanitoba.ca/science/biological-sciences.
Infrastructure in the Department includes access to a modernized aquatic animal holding facility with freshwater and seawater capacity, microscopy facilities, greenhouse and environmental chambers for plant growth. Research in the Department of Biological Sciences is supported by strong research links within the Faculty of Science including: Data Research Alliance of Canada; Mathematical Biology and Statistics; and off campus through IISD-Experimental Lakes Area; Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Freshwater Institute; National Microbiology Laboratory; Agriculture and Agri-foods Canada; Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Additional Information:
All qualified persons are encouraged to apply and we particularly invite applications from persons who are a member of one or more marginalized communities: Indigenous, Black or racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all genders and sexual identities. We also welcome applications from all those who are committed to building an inclusive environment.
Please include the following as part of your application in one single PDF file: a maximum two page cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a two-page description of teaching and mentorship philosophy, including examples of undergraduate courses you could teach; a three-page research statement consisting of prior research contributions, future short and long term research plans, including potential collaborations within and beyond the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Manitoba; and contact information for three academic references.
For further information, contact the search committee Chair Dr. W. Gary Anderson ([email protected]). Committee members will begin reviewing applications on November 1st, the position will remain open until the position is successfully filled.
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
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The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
