The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), which is located on the unceded land of the Mi’kmaq Nation, of the Wabanaki Confederacy, in the traditional district of Epekwitk, invites applications to the Department of Physics for consideration for a ten-month term position in Physics at the Assistant or Associate Professor level to commence July 1, 2022. This appointment is subject to budgetary approval. The successful applicants will be encouraged to apply for a tenure-track position which the Department is seeking approval for in 2023.

Qualifications:

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in physics, a research focus in experimental biological physics or related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience. Teaching experience at various levels of undergraduate physics, demonstrated ability to engage undergraduates in research, and experience in pivoting or adapting to on-line teaching would be strong assets.

The Department of Physics at UPEI has an enthusiastic and active faculty, with vibrant research profiles and dedication to undergraduate teaching and training. We offer Physics Major, Honours, and Minor programs, including specializations in Medical and Biological Physics, and Co-operative education options. There are also interdisciplinary M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in Molecular and Macromolecular Sciences. The Department is housed in a modern teaching and research facility, opened in 2016, and is well equipped with modern instrumentation.

The Department of Physics is committed to undergraduate teaching and the successful candidate will be expected to be able to teach courses at all levels of the undergraduate physics programs, including undergraduate laboratory courses.

The Department is in the process of implementing a strategic plan which will strengthen its focus on programming and research in biological physics. The applicant is therefore expected to detail how they could develop a vigorous research program in experimental biological physics which would: (1) have the potential to attract external funding, (2) be suitable for involving undergraduate students: and (3) complement the Department’s existing strengths in experimental and computational biological physics.

For more information, please see the departmental web page at http://www.upei.ca/physics/.

Application Instructions:

Completed applications will consist of a curriculum vitae, a research proposal (using the NSERC Discovery Grant format of a 5-page research proposal plus a 1 page highly qualified personnel training plan), a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy and experience, and a one-page statement on how the applicant will implement the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in their teaching, research, service, and scholarly work.  Applicants must also arrange for letters from three referees to be sent directly to the email address below. Enquiries, applications, and reference letters should be sent electronically to:

Dr. Derek W Lawther
Chair, Department of Physics
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 4P3
Email: dlawther@upei.ca

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

To receive full consideration, complete applications should be received electronically (pdf or word file) by June 1, 2022, however applications will be accepted until the position is filled.