Position Description

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree completed at the start date of the appointment.  The main criteria for selection are research and teaching excellence.  A successful candidate at the Assistant Professor level should demonstrate evidence of high-quality scholarly output with the potential for independent research leading to peer-assessed publications in high-quality journals and the securing of external research funding.  A successful candidate at the Associate Professor level should have an existing strong track record of research output and external funding. The areas of the search include geometry, topology, and dynamics, as well as related fields.  It is expected that a successful candidate will enhance the existing research activities of the Department.  A successful applicant will be, or have the potential to become, an outstanding teacher at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department and its programs.  The successful candidate will also be expected to make contributions through service to the Department, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals.  Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons.  In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority, including any qualified individuals who have a valid legal work status in Canada.  Please indicate in your application if you have a valid legal work status in Canada.

For the full position announcement, please visit the department’s employment page.

A complete application consists of:

• a cover letter indicating whether or not you have a valid legal work status in Canada;
  
• a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications);
• a statement outlining research interests and accomplishments;
• a teaching statement;
• at least four letters of reference, one of which addresses teaching activities.