Assistant Professor – Biological Sciences Teaching and Pedagogical Innovation

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The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine.

The teaching and pedagogical innovation will focus on the following areas: human physiology, pathophysiology and anatomy. The teaching responsibilities will require an active knowledge of French.

The University of Ottawa is one of Canada's leading research-intensive universities, with over $340 million in annual research funding. It is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best universities in the country and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture and quality of life of Canada's Capital.

The Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine comprises over 100 faculty members and features a vibrant research atmosphere. It addresses fundamental questions in basic biomedical research and has strong links to translational and clinical research. The successful candidate will also be expected to establish and maintain a vigorous program of independent, externally funded research and contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching programs.

Title of the position: Assistant Professor. The higher rank of Associate Professor will only be considered should the successful candidate possess an appropriate level of experience and commensurate achievements, and according to budgetary approval.

Duties: Academic staff functions include, in varying proportions:

• teaching
• scholarly activities such as research, artistic or literary creation, or professional work
• academic service
• graduate student supervision

Terms: Vacant tenure-track position

Wage:  Salary scale for an assistant professor starts at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025)

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a complete benefits package, which includes long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan and optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible relocation expenses.

Location of work:  Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Ottawa, Faculty of Medicine, 451, Smyth Road, Ottawa  ON  K1H 8M5

Contact information: Dr. Katalin Tóth, Chair, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Ottawa ON K1H 8M5.

Skills requirements:

• Education: PhD or MD/PhD
• Work experience:
  • Strong track record of French teaching experience encompassing the following topics: human physiology, neurophysiology, pathophysiology and human anatomy.
  • Teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades that demonstrate excellent teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry and research.
  • Excellent communication skills in both French and English. Active knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure. French English bilingualism is an asset.

The application package must include a teaching dossier, your teaching philosophy (1 page), sample syllabi, course materials and teaching evaluations. The application must also include a description of current and future research plans for pedagogical research (2 pages) along with your curriculum vitae.

Three confidential letters of reference should be sent directly to:

Katalin Tóth, Chair,

Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine

Faculty of Medicine

University of Ottawa

451 Smyth Road

Ottawa, ON, K1H 8M5

Or by email: , subject line "CMM – Teaching"

Application deadline: July 12, 2025. Note: applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

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The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minorities members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Candidates who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups are asked to complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire, to be completed at the time of application.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadians and permanent residents. When submitting your application, please indicate if you are legally entitled to work in Canada

The University of Ottawa provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are invited to proceed in the selection process, please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting the Office of the Vice-Provost, Faculty Relations by email at Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.

The University of Ottawa is proud of its 160-year tradition of bilingualism. Through its Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute, the University provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second official language.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.