Biomedical Assistant Professor jobs

Posting Reason:

New Position

Job Family:

Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation:

APUO

Faculty/Department:

SPS Professors

Campus:

Roger Guindon Hall

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/03/16

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

Assistant Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences

As part of a major expansion of its research and academic programs in pharmaceutical sciences, the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , with a focus on pharmaceutical sciences.

The University of Ottawa is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading university 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.

We are seeking candidates with expertise in teaching and a strong research program in pharmacology, broadly defined. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an innovative program in basic, clinical, or translational pharmacology. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: molecular and cellular pharmacology, pharmacogenomics, clinical pharmacology, neuropharmacology, pharmacomicrobiomics (interactions between the microbiome and drugs), toxicology, drug metabolism, translational pharmacology, as well as interactions between pharmacology and environmental health determinants (e.g., exposomics, impacts of environmental exposures on drug response, planetary health).

The successful candidate will:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of the new French-language Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program, and participate in the teaching of graduate programs offered in English or bilingually;

• Establish and maintain an externally funded, innovative, and independent research program;

• Supervise and mentor undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral trainees;

• Collaborate within the Faculty of Medicine and across disciplines in a vibrant, research-intensive environment.

The selected candidate will have access to extensive research infrastructure and shared core facilities within the Faculty of Medicine, as well as collaborative opportunities with nearby hospital-based research institutes.

Title of the position: Assistant Professor. The higher ranks will be considered 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: New 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: School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, 451 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8M5.

Contact information: Dr. Alain Stintzi, Director of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8M5; astintzi@uottawa.ca

Skills requirements:

• Education: PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD/PhD, BScPharm/PhD, or equivalent degrees in a relevant field.

• Work experience:

  • Postdoctoral experience or equivalent, with a strong track record of research excellence.

  • A demonstrated commitment to teaching and graduate training.

  • A solid record of and commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • Ability to teach in French.

  • Excellent communication skills in both English and French. Active knowledge of one’s second official language (French or English) is a requirement for tenure. English-French bilingualism is an asset.

The application package must include a letter of intent, a brief teaching statement, a description of current and future research programs, and an academic curriculum vitae.

Three confidential letters of reference should be sent directly to:

Dr. Alain Stintzi, Director

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

University of Ottawa

astintzi@uottawa.ca

Application deadline: April 11, 2026.

Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will, however, continue to be accepted after April 11, until the position(s) are filled.

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 vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca . 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.