Full Professor and Canada Research Chair

The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) in the College of Biological Science (CBS) at the University of Guelph (UoG) invites outstanding applicants for a prestigious Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Eukaryote Biodiversity Genomics. The position is only open to individuals from one or more of the following equity-seeking groups: women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and racialized groups. This is a tenured position normally at the rank of Full Professor. Tier I CRCs are initially awarded for seven years and can be renewed for a second term. For more details, visit the CRC Program. The CRC position will be based in the CBG, but the incumbent will hold a faculty appointment within IB, a dynamic department with 35 faculty whose research interests span conservation biology, ecology, evolutionary biology, and physiology across diverse taxa and at levels from molecules to ecosystems. IB values diversity and inclusivity because it knows that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, complex problem solving, and the creation of a representative academic community. The Department is committed to developing and maintaining a culture that is positive, collegial, and respectful of all members, and in which wellness and healthy work-life balance are valued along with excellence in research and teaching. The Department has developed an EDI statement and specific recommendations for faculty hiring that incorporate these important issues. The CRC holder is expected to have a strong track record of mentorship in equitable and inclusive research environments, establish a diverse research team, and create an inclusive environment that enables all members to reach their full research potential. The CRC holder should also have a track record of providing opportunities for equity-deserving groups. **CRC Requirements** The CRC program is committed to excellence in research and research training and promotes exemplary practices with respect to equity and diversity. As such, it aims to ensure the appropriate representation of women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, and racialized persons. To advance towards this goal, the present position is only eligible to individuals from one or more of the following equity-seeking groups: women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and racialized groups. The University supports the Canada Research Chairs Program’s commitment to EDI. Learn more about the University’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Action Plan for the CRC Program. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. **Application Process**: Dr. Glen Van Der Kraak Chair of the CRC Selection Committee University of Guelph Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 - Cover letter (1-2 pages) - Alignment of your research with programs underway in CBG, in IB, and with priorities in the University of Guelph’s Strategic Research Plan. - Overview of the proposed structure of your research team. - Anticipated infrastructure and space requirements. - Full curriculum vitae. - Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion statement (1-page) - Discuss how your research embeds EDI considerations - Research statement (< 6 pages) - Overview of your research, including knowledge mobilization and innovation activities. - Alignment with CBG's research strength in biodiversity genomics. - Potential collaborations with other researchers at the U of G. - Social/economic benefits that may result from the research program. - Contribution and fit of your research to the Canadian and international research ecosystem - References - Contact details for three individuals who will submit a letter of recommendation All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. **The University**: The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of approximately 130,000 people, located about an hour drive west of Toronto, Ontario. University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across over 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: _To Improve Life_. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our University community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues. The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.g., parental, elder care, and/or medical).