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McConnell Eng. Bldg., Canada

Assistant Professor in Bioengineering (Tenure-Track).

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Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Assistant Professor in Bioengineering (Tenure-Track) The Department of Bioengineering within the Faculty of Engineering at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027. McGill University is among the top research-intensive academic institutions in Canada and worldwide, attracting over one-half billion dollars in competitive research funding each year. The successful candidate will play a leading role in contributing to McGill’s international reputation of excellence in research, teaching and service. We seek outstanding researchers in synthetic biology and biomanufacturing. The ideal candidate will develop a collaborative research program that integrates quantitative biology, gene editing, and/or engineered living systems to develop innovative approaches for nucleic acid and/or protein design and engineering, biological synthesis, metabolic engineering, tissue engineering, mRNA/next-generation therapeutics, biologics manufacturing, or related applications. Candidates with programs that seek to employ synthetic biology principles related to sustainability, including sustainable biomanufacturing, carbon capture valorization, bioremediation solutions, and bio-inspired materials are also encouraged to apply. The candidate will join a vibrant network of researchers in the Bioengineering Department focused on cancer point-of-care diagnostics, mechanobiology, synthetic and systems biology, and biomanufacturing, as well as university-wide collaborative networks including the DNA to RNA Initiative (D2R), Centre for Structural Biology (CRBS), McGill Institute for Advanced Materials (MIAM), and the Interdisciplinary Initiative in Infection and Immunity (MI4). The Department of Bioengineering is committed to excellence in teaching in its undergraduate and graduate programs including B.Eng. in Bioengineering, M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Biological and Biomedical Engineering, and M.Eng. (non-thesis) in Biomanufacturing. The department values the service contributions of its Faculty members to the University, the profession, and society at large. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in any area of life sciences or engineering, with preference for a first degree in engineering. Evidence of outstanding research achievements and the potential to develop an externally-funded research program are indispensable. Preferred qualifications include dedication to an environment that supports diversity of population and perspectives; as our students come from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and backgrounds, we invite candidates to address in their application their ability to teach, supervise, and mentor in this context. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to the mission of the University, through outstanding activities in the areas of research, teaching, and service. Membership or eligibility for membership in a Canadian professional engineering association is required. Application process and required documents Applications will be reviewed starting November 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates must submit a complete application package, including all the required documents listed below. All documents must be uploaded through Workday in the same section as the CV. A curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy and experience (up to 2 pages) Statement of research interests and plan for future research (up to 6 pages) Statement of approach to supporting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (up to 1 page) Copies of three recent publications The names and contact information of three references Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Inquiries may be sent to the Chair of the Department, Professor Adam Hendricks, at chair.bioeng@mcgill.ca The expected start date is: August 1, 2027 Job Type: Tenure-track Rank: Assistant Professor Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing. Commitment to Equity and Diversity McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry. McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer. 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