Probationary (Tenure-Track) Position, Department of Physics and Astronomy – Faculty of Science
Brandon University is a leader in providing high quality education in arts, sciences, education, music, and health studies. Based in Manitoba’s second largest city in the southwest corner of the province, Brandon University is a predominantly undergraduate institution with an enrolment of about 4000 full and part-time students, but also offers an interdisciplinary Master’s of Science degree program in many disciplines within science.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Brandon University invites applications for a full-time probationary tenure-track position beginning January 1, 2025. Applications are solicited from all fields of Physics and Astronomy and particularly from candidates with expertise in astrophysics or astronomy.
The Department often hosts graduate students from the University of Manitoba and postdoctoral fellows, and operates a popular campus astronomical observatory with a 0.41 metre Cassegrain telescope used for teaching and outreach, a solid-state NMR facility, and a Linux cluster. Students at Brandon University value passion and excitement for their subjects in their professors, as well as a sincere desire for meaningful interaction. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to B.Sc. degrees with a major in Physics 3-year, 4-year and 4-year Honours programs, and encouraged to help the department develop an Astronomy Minor program to meet popular student demand.
Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Physics, Astronomy or related field at the time of application or shortly thereafter is preferred. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to these qualifications and are invited to contact the Chair of the Selection Committee on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials. A successful track-record of teaching and research excellence will be a significant asset, as would a background of community and University service and a keen interest in continuing the department’s strong tradition of public astronomy outreach at the observatory.
Rank and Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience as per the 2023-27 Collective Agreement between Brandon University and Brandon University Faculty Association.
Application deadline: September 15, 2024 or until the position is filled.
Start Date: January 1, 2025
Applications must be sent via e-mail in a single pdf file of reasonable size and include:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum Vitae
- One page statement of teaching philosophy and interest
- Two page research plan
- Citizenship or Canadian immigration status
- Names and e-mail addresses of three referees
Please submit applications directly to:
Dr. Chris LeMoine, Dean of Science, Brandon University, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9 E-mail: science@brandonu.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Short listed candidates will be expected to provide copies of credentials at time of interview.
Issued July 16, 2024
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.