Canada Impact + Research Chair in Additive Manufacturing for Advanced and Sustainable Materials

Canada Impact + Research Chair in Additive Manufacturing for Advanced and Sustainable Materials

Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

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Division: College of Engineering

Requisition ID: 2061

Position Title / Rank

Canada Impact + Research Chair in Additive Manufacturing for Advanced and Sustainable Materials

Department

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Position Description

The University of Guelph invites applications for nomination to the prestigious Canada Impact+ Research Chair in Additive Manufacturing for Advanced and Sustainable Materials. This opportunity will enable a world‑class researcher to establish and lead an ambitious research program in advanced manufacturing systems and materials science relevant to Canada’s industrial, energy, and sustainability priorities, positioning Canada at the forefront of advanced manufacturing innovation. The successful candidate will strengthen the University of Guelph’s leadership in manufacturing, materials, and digital technologies, while fostering strong collaborations with industry, government, and international partners.

About the Canada Impact+ Research Program

The Canada Impact+ Research Chairs (Impact+) program is a one‑time initiative designed to support institutions in attracting world‑leading researchers whose work addresses critical national and global challenges. The program emphasizes both research excellence and tangible impact. Impact+ Chairs will receive long‑term funding and institutional support to advance ambitious and transformative projects in Canada’s strategic priority areas, build and maintain exceptional research teams, and collaborate with partners across sectors and borders. Impact+ Chairholders are expected to drive the translation of discoveries into applications, commercialization, and social and economic benefits for Canada and the world, while also developing the next generation of highly qualified personnel.

Only candidates who are internationally based (both working and residing outside of Canada) at the time of the intake’s application deadline are eligible to apply. Nominees must be full professors or associate professors, or, if recruited from outside the academic sector, must possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at these levels. A Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to manufacturing and advanced materials research and teaching is required by the University of Guelph.

Program Evaluation Criteria

- Research/academic merit and leadership skills of the nominee

- Quality of the institutional support

- Quality of the research programPotential contribution to the excellence of the Canadian and international research ecosystem

- Potential for knowledge translation, mobilization, and application of research results

Targeted Research in Manufacturing and Advanced Materials

The successful candidate will build an independent, world‑class research program in manufacturing and advanced materials, aligned with the University of Guelph’s strengths in engineering, sustainability, and applied innovation. The research program is expected to address challenges across modern manufacturing systems and materials‑enabled technologies, including but not limited to:

- Sustainable and circular manufacturing systems

- Next‑generation metal additive manufacturing and hybrid processes

- Manufacturing of advanced materials for energy and infrastructure applications

- Digital and smart manufacturing (Industry 4.0/5.0)

- AI‑enabled, physics‑informed, and data‑driven manufacturing

- Agentic systems, autonomous manufacturing, and resilient production systems

- Process–structure–performance relationships in advanced materials

Strategic Alignment with the University of Guelph

The University of Guelph’s Strategic Plan emphasizes creating solutions for a sustainable future and advancing collaborations with industry and government to address society’s most pressing challenges. A Canada Impact+ Research Chair in Manufacturing and Advanced Materials directly strengthens this vision by advancing innovation in sustainable production, advanced materials, and intelligent manufacturing systems that support Canada’s economic competitiveness, energy transition, and environmental stewardship.

Candidate Profile

- Hold a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Suitably qualified candidates in industrial engineering, materials science, mechatronics, or related interdisciplinary fields will be considered. Industrial or national laboratory experience is an asset.

- Be internationally based at the time of application (any citizenship considered).

- Be qualified for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor.

- Demonstrate a record of outstanding and sustained research contributions, including high‑impact publications, patents, technologies, and external research funding.

- Show a proven ability to lead large, interdisciplinary research teams and foster collaborations with academia, industry, and government.

- Demonstrate qualification to teach manufacturing, materials, or related engineering subjects at the undergraduate and graduate level.

- Exhibit a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA).

Join Us in Shaping our Community

The University of Guelph recognizes that an inclusive campus and culture of inclusion are an institutional and social imperative. Acknowledging the University’s diverse population and ensuring that every member of an inclusive campus is a valued contributor is a foundational pillar of a successful post‑secondary institution. The University of Guelph is committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment.

The Impact+ program reflects the Canadian federal government’s commitment to equity and diversity in employment. It aims to ensure the appropriate representation of women and gender minorities, persons with disabilities, indigenous people, and racialized people.

Application Process

The Impact+ nomination process consists of two stages. First, candidates apply to an open job posting at the University of Guelph. The U of G will then support the successful candidate in the development of an application for the federal funding program. Appointment to an Impact+ Chair position is contingent upon receiving an Impact+ Chair award. Awardees must begin their appointment within 12 months of accepting the award.

Assessment of applications will begin on 23 January 2026.

Candidate interviews will be hosted during the week of 2–6 February 2026.

Interested external applicants should create an account on https://careers.uoguelph.ca/ and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #2061) by submitting the following materials (in one merged PDF file uploaded to CV):

- A cover letter describing their vision for a research program in Manufacturing and Advanced Materials and how it aligns with the goals of the Canada Impact+ Research Chair program.

- Brief description of the proposed research program, including a description of how equity, diversity and inclusion has been incorporated into research design and research team, and how your research will contribute to knowledge translation, mobilization and application of research results (maximum four pages).

- Career highlights describing your most significant contributions to your field, including how they have led to societal benefits, and how they connect with your research plan (maximum two pages).

- Statement of teaching and mentorship philosophy (maximum one page).

- The names and email addresses of three references, at least two of which are at arm’s length (not in conflict of interest).

Questions regarding the Impact+ program may be directed to the Manager, Strategic Programs, mailto:ailsakay@uoguelph.ca. The University of Guelph recognizes that life circumstances such as illness, disability, family and community responsibilities (e.g., maternity leave, parental leave, leaves due to illness, leaves due to caring for family members, slowdowns due to chronic illness or disability, or COVID‑19 impacts) are often an expected part of life and are likely to have an impact on a nominee’s record of research achievement, and that these impacts will be taken into careful consideration during the assessment process. If you anticipate needing medical accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting coeadmin@uoguelph.ca.

Deadline for application: 22 January 2026.

Applications and inquiries should be directed to:

Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Guelph

Date Posted: 23 December 2025

Deadline: 22 January 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found.

The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

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