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The Department of Chemistry at Simon Fraser University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Organic Chemistry. We are seeking an outstanding scholar with a strong commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service. The expected start date for this position is July 15, 2026. 

This position aims to recruit a top emerging talent in the general area of organic chemistry with an emphasis on organic synthesis and/or chemical biology. Areas of particular interest include the design and testing of biologically relevant organic molecules, and applications of high-throughput assays to discover new bioactive compounds. The position will build on SFU’s international recognition in this area, world-class facilities for drug discovery, and growing capabilities in automated synthesis. Applications that leverage SFU’s Center for High-Throughput Chemical Biology (HTCB, https://www.sfu.ca/htcb.html) are a particular focus of this search. The HTCB is a world-leading facility for robotic liquid handling and high-throughput screening, with a particular emphasis on image-based screening. The center enables biological evaluation of large libraries of compounds (e.g. those designed and generated through automated synthesis, computer-based design, and machine learning) and supports users by providing full-time professional staff and a suite of established biological assays.

Chemistry at SFU

The Department of Chemistry (http://chemistry.sfu.ca/) comprises 27 research faculty, with research interests spanning: organic chemistry and chemical biology; inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry; material science; and nuclear science. Current departmental strengths of relevance to this position include medicinal chemistry, natural products chemistry, and chemical biology. The Department has a vibrant graduate program and is well equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. Furthermore, SFU’s core facilities such as the HTCB, Fir (Canada’s most powerful academic supercomputer), and the Big Data Hub provide opportunities for interdisciplinary research and foster interactions with research partners across the University, government, and local industries. The Department is supported by an experienced team of research technicians, administrators, and teaching support staff. Furthermore, Chemistry researchers have access to SFU’s Science Technical Centre which includes a machine shop, electronics shop, and scientific glassblower, all managed by full-time professional staff.

The Department is also firmly committed to inclusive excellence and diversification across our ranks, including, but not limited to, removing barriers to employment [and higher education] for racialized persons, people with marginalized sexualities and/or gender identities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities. We take pride in fostering a supportive and accommodating environment for all our members. 

Situated on the Burnaby campus, the Department of Chemistry is a short walk from the University Childcare Centre, athletic facilities, the SFU pool, and scenic hiking trails. The Department hosts a wide range of professional and social activities including seminar series, internal presentation and poster competitions, graduate caucus events, and weekly coffee socials. 

Qualifications

Candidates with a Ph.D. degree or equivalent, postdoctoral experience, and a clear indication of potential to grow in stature as a scholar in the areas of Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, or a closely related field are preferred.

Preferred candidates will demonstrate:

• A strong record of research activity as demonstrated by publications, conference presentations, research and travel grants, and other relevant activities.

• The potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.

• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for students, faculty, and staff. 

Key Responsibilities

The Department is seeking candidates who will:

• Develop and maintain a vigorous and externally funded research program;

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in organic chemistry; 

• Supervise and mentor graduate students;

• Contribute to service activities within the Department, Faculty, and University;

• Engage with the broader scientific and academic community.

How To Apply

Please submit your application as a single PDF file. All application materials should be sent via email to the Department Chair’s Assistant, Cindy Mok (email: chemsec@sfu.ca). Candidates should address their applications to Dr. Charles Walsby (Department Chair and Chair of the Search Committee). A complete application file should contain the following information:

• A 2-page cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements. 

• An up-to-date, full curriculum vitae (include details of qualifications, research, teaching, scholarly record and funding, and list of collaborations/partnerships);

• A 3-page research statement and explanation of how the research aligns with this position;

• A 1-2-page statement of teaching philosophy and experience, including experience with and understanding of inclusive teaching and diverse student needs; 

• A 1-page statement describing how you contribute to promoting a culture of inclusive excellence through your teaching, research, or service – for example, how you support inclusive teaching practices or how you take into consideration biases/barriers that may be present in research.

• Names and contact information for 3 referees who can comment on your suitability for this position;

• Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.

We recognize that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness, research delays due to COVID-19) can impact research achievements, and we are committed to ensuring that these are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by 15th December 2025. Applications received after this date may be reviewed if the position is still open. The anticipated start date for this position is 15th July 2026.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact SFU’s Equity Office at edi@sfu.ca. 

Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside. 

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322 (dependent on experience). SFU also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, health, and dental benefits. For details on the benefits offered by SFU, please visit the Faculty Relations website.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details, see the full Collection Notice.

The Opportunity

The Department of Mathematics in the Faculty of Science at Simon Fraser University (SFU) invites applications for a full-time continuing teaching faculty position at the rank of Lecturer, starting as early as July 15, 2027.

Lecturers are integral members of the Faculty of Science and play an important role in advancing the University’s teaching mission. Their primary responsibilities are teaching and associated duties, including curriculum development, educational leadership, and administrative and service contributions. As members of our collegial academic community, continuing Lecturers participate in departmental, Faculty, and University governance in accordance with the SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement and applicable University policies.

Lecturers may apply for promotion to Senior Lecturer and University Lecturer when requirements are met for each rank, and are eligible to apply for paid study leave to support their professional development.

About the Department of Mathematics and SFU

The SFU Department of Mathematics is a leading mathematics department in Canada. We have a renowned group of teaching faculty as well as strong research groups in a variety of areas, including applied mathematics, discrete mathematics and combinatorics, mathematical biology, and number theory and algebraic geometry. The department offers a wide variety of courses, ranging from research-adjacent graduate courses to lower-division service courses and fundamentals of numeracy. Our faculty members have received 3M Teaching Fellowships and Sloan Research Fellowships, held Canada 150 and Eddie Goldenberg Research Chairs, and have been elected as fellows of the Canadian Mathematical Society and the Royal Society of Canada.

We take pride in fostering a supportive and accommodating environment for all our members. Situated on the Burnaby campus in the greater Vancouver area, we are a short walk from the University Childcare Centre, athletic facilities, and scenic hiking trails.

Key Responsibilities

In the Department of Mathematics, the normal annual teaching workload for a full-time Lecturer is 6 courses. Teaching assignments are determined in accordance with the department’s workload policy and the SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement.

At least one semester in nine, a Lecturer will have no teaching duties assigned. For the purposes of this entitlement, the non-teaching semester is one in which the Lecturer would normally have taught at least two regular courses or their equivalent.

The responsibilities of the successful candidate will include:

• Preparing, teaching, and updating assigned undergraduate courses;

• Supervising and collaborating with teaching assistants associated with assigned courses;

• Contributing to course and curriculum development;

• Working with a team of other teaching and research faculty to ensure consistency of instruction and assessment across lower division courses; 

• Maintaining currency in the discipline and engaging in relevant pedagogical and professional development;

• Contributing to educational leadership and initiatives that support effective and inclusive teaching and learning; and

• Undertaking administrative and service responsibilities assigned by the Chair in consultation with the Lecturer, which may include contributions to curriculum development, academic integrity, student recruitment and outreach, and departmental or University committees.

The Department uses a workshop, or learning-centre, model to support students in lower-division courses. Responsibilities of the successful candidate will also include coordination of a workshop and supervision and mentoring of teaching assistants affiliated with the workshop.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is expected to possess the following qualifications.

The position requires a minimum of:

• A Master’s degree in mathematics or applied mathematics (a PhD will be considered an asset);

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching mathematics, including experience teaching large classes.

• Ability to teach a range of undergraduate mathematics courses and problem-solving strategies, including those relevant to the course FAN X99 – Foundations of Analytical and Quantitative Reasoning. 

• Experience using technology in the classroom for the purposes of instruction and assessment;

• Dedication to creating an environment that supports diverse populations and perspectives, and a commitment to creating inclusive learning experiences.

The successful candidate should also have:

• Experience supervising and mentoring teaching assistants;

• Experience integrating the use of modern computational tools into lower division courses;

• Demonstrated interest in curriculum development;

• Demonstrated interest in the pedagogical enhancement and scholarship of teaching and learning initiatives; 

• A vision for university education with proactive responses to the rapid growth in the usage and capabilities of artificial intelligence tools;

• A record of, or strong commitment to, service and collegial governance;

• Experience and/or demonstrated interest in working together with other faculty to maintain consistency of instruction and assessments; and

• Demonstrated interest in innovative STEM outreach activities. 

How To Apply

Please submit your application, including reference letters, online via MathJobs: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/SFU/LEC. Any general inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to the Math Chair’s Assistant at mcs@sfu.ca. 

A complete application file should include:

• A cover letter of at most 2 pages addressing the full scope of the job requirements;

• A current curriculum vitae;

• A teaching portfolio which includes evidence of teaching effectiveness; artefacts of teaching; and a discussion of experience with and/or understanding of inclusive teaching, mentoring, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students;

• A diversity statement (1 page) that includes a description of your experience and plans for working with a diverse student body and contributing to a culture of equity and inclusion; 

• 3 reference letters, with at least 2 letters speaking to teaching ability;

• An indication of your legal status to work in Canada.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 15, 2026. Applications received after this date may be reviewed if the position is still open. The anticipated start date is July 15, 2027.

We recognize that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness, disruptions due to COVID-19) can impact professional and teaching accomplishments, and we commit to ensuring that such leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have affected their professional development and teaching contributions.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact SFU’s Equity Office at edi@sfu.ca. 

About SFU’s Commitment to Diversity

Simon Fraser University respectfully acknowledges the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), səlilw̓ətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), q̓íc̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Salary and Benefits

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role at the Lecturer rank is $98,340 to $114,241 (dependent on experience). SFU also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, health, and dental benefits. For details on the benefits offered by SFU, please visit the Faculty Relations website. The successful candidate will be a member of the Simon Fraser University Faculty Association (SFUFA).

Privacy Notice

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science in the Faculty of Science, Simon Fraser University, invites applications for a part-time (75%) limited-term teaching faculty position at the rank of Lecturer for a term of 8 months, with the possibility of renewal for 4 months depending on budget and enrollments. The position’s expected start date is January 1, 2027. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching Statistics at the undergraduate level.

Qualifications

Teaching excellence is the primary criterion for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD in Statistics or a closely related field by the employment start date; however, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be considered. 

The ideal candidate will have: 

• A PhD in Statistics or in a relevant field, including but not limited to: Mathematical Statistics, Applied Statistics, Biostatistics, and Data Science;
• Relevant teaching experience; 
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion within academia; 
• Evidence of inclusive pedagogy and excellent teaching skills in an interdisciplinary setting;  

Duties

The successful candidate will: 

• Teach 2 undergraduate courses per semester in the Undergraduate Statistics Program and/or the Data Science Program;
• Work with colleagues to support diverse students and develop the Department’s curriculum;
• Participate in service to the Program, Department, the University and the broader community. 

They will teach introductory courses in Probability and Statistics; and upper-level courses on topics such as Discrete Data Analysis, Multivariate Analysis, Data Science, Statistics communication, depending on the candidate’s area of expertise. 

To apply, applicants must submit: 

• a cover letter summarizing the applicant’s qualifications, experience, and interest for the position; 
• a complete CV; 
• a one-page teaching statement on the applicant’s teaching philosophy, and any work on course and curriculum development and/or pedagogical innovation;
• and, for the most recent courses taught (up to 8 courses): 
• instructional materials: syllabi, sample exams and assignments, grading rubrics;
• teaching evaluations, including both raw data and summary statistics; and
• a statement summarizing and contextualizing the evidence presented.

These materials should be submitted in a single PDF file, and the file name should be the applicant’s name; applications should be sent by email to Dr. Derek Bingham at stchair@sfu.ca.   Incomplete applications may not be considered. 

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Derek Bingham (Search Committee Chair) at: stchair@sfu.ca . Complete applications will be reviewed starting August 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The position is subject to the availability of funding.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. The current salary ranges are based on the 2022-2025 SFU/SFUFA Collective Agreement. A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $98,340 to $114,241 per annum, dependent on previous relevant and related experience and prorated to the percentage of the appointment (75%).

The Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science was created in 2001 and has since grown into a dynamic group of approximately 530 undergraduate students, 62 graduate students, and 24 faculty members. Statistics and Actuarial Science faculty have earned a national and international reputation for work in applied and theoretical statistics, actuarial science, and, more recently, data science. Undergraduate and graduate students flourish in the highly interactive and personalized environment that characterizes our department. 

We acknowledge the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw), Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Tsleil-Waututh (səlilwətaɬ), Katzie (q̓íc̓əy̓), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ̓əm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser University's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. 

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g. parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact career achievements/progression and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have had an impact on their career.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact the Equity Office at EDI@SFU.CA

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the Collection Notice available at: https://www.sfu.ca/vpacademic/academic-careers.html