Professor of Sustainable Supply –

Professor of Sustainable Supply – (AP25-05-68819) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by INRS – Institut national de la recherche scientifique. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$100,863.00/yr – CA$194,538.00/yr About INRS Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) is a university on a human scale, dedicated to research and graduate education. Since 1969, our 700 employees have been committed to supporting innovation and excellence in a dynamic and multidisciplinary work environment. Are you looking for a meaningful job? Do you want to make a difference? Join an institution that stands out. It’s more than a university—it’s a community Role Overview As part of the Ruralités durables Research Centre team, you will contribute to Québec’s economic, social, cultural, and sustainable development by supporting rural areas and their communities through research, research-based training, and knowledge transfer. Reporting to the centre’s management, you will conduct research and teach at the graduate level as a professor. You will also play a major role in developing a world‑class intersectoral research and training centre integrating the natural sciences, engineering, health, and social sciences sectors to solve, with and for rural communities in Québec, the strategic issues identified by these communities. Responsibilities The Ruralités durables Research Centre helps address governance, technical, and technological issues related to sustainable supply, with a specific focus on the reality of rural communities. In line with the priority strategic needs expressed by communities and stakeholders, the Ruralités durables Research Centre is looking to recruit a researcher interested in sustainable supply issues, with a particular focus on, among other things: Supply chain modelling Optimization of supply chains Development of new sustainable technologies that help strengthen supply capacities System integration Short supply chains Any other cross‑cutting approach that helps solve problems related to sustainable supply and its development More specifically, you will have the following duties and responsibilities: Establish an independent and innovative research program on sustainable supply Develop internal collaborations with faculty at the centre and other INRS centres Develop external collaborations with communities and stakeholders Help establish the centre’s research infrastructures Secure funding for your own research activities by obtaining external grants Participate in creating the centre’s training programs Participate in graduate teaching, supervision and training Dedicate a significant portion of your teaching duties to community service in the form of citizen partnership research, scientific consulting, or other activities in the field with various communities and stakeholders in rural areas The list of tasks and responsibilities listed above is brief and indicative. Desired Profile Education Have (or be in the process of obtaining) a doctoral degree in a discipline relevant to the job description. Experience Excellent track record of research achievements Demonstrate strong potential to obtain research funding from granting agencies or external partners Significant research experience with stakeholders (co‑construction research, partnership, citizen participation, etc.) Skills And Other Abilities Research and academic expertise related to the initial scientific program of the Ruralités durables Research Centre Demonstrated skills in teaching and supervising graduate students Excellent interpersonal skills Proven ability to work within intersectoral and interdisciplinary teams while collaborating with public and private partners Interest in intersectorality is an asset Proficiency in spoken and written French (Candidates with limited knowledge of French are strongly encouraged to apply – necessary resources will be provided) Proficiency in spoken and written English (As INRS has international collaborations, a good command of English is required) Inclusive Environment INRS values diversity, recognizes its role as an agent of change, and strives to ensure an inclusive environment for all. INRS encourages applications from Indigenous people, women, visible and ethnic minorities, and people with disabilities, in accordance with the equal opportunity employment and employment equity programs to which it subscribes. If you anticipate requiring accommodation, or if you have any questions regarding equity, diversity, and inclusion at INRS, please write to edi@inrs.ca in confidence. Additional Information Posting internally and externally from November 5, 2025, to January 9, 2026, at 4 p.m. Note that selection interviews for this position will be held in February 2026. In accordance with the salary scale, salaries vary based on experience and training, ranging from a minimum of $100,863 for assistant positions to a maximum of $194,538 for full positions. Work Location Institut national de la recherche scientifique Ruralités durables Research Centre 63 rue Ambroise‑Fafard Baie‑Saint‑Paul, Québec G3Z 2J7 How to Apply INRS encourages applicants who meet the requirements of the position to apply online via the INRS website in the “Careers” section including: Their complete resume A copy of their three most important publications A three‑page summary of their future research program and its structuring impact in the context of the creation of the Ruralités durables Research Centre A text outlining their philosophy of supervision and teaching in the context of the creation of the Ruralités durables Research Centre The name and contact information of three references Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Education #J-18808-Ljbffr