Assistant Professor (Teaching), Bioprocessing, Cellular and Molecular Bioengineering

About This Role

This full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor (Teaching) position focuses on bioprocessing, cellular, and molecular bioengineering within the Department of Biomedical Engineering. The role primarily involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, advising Capstone Design projects, and developing scholarship in engineering education. It suits an educator committed to collaborative, experiential problem-solving and advancing teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, with primary emphasis on undergraduate biomedical engineering courses and related labs
• Advise Capstone Design projects
• Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses, including e-learning and laboratory components
• Contribute to curriculum development and innovation
• Conduct or participate in engineering education research and scholarship
• Provide service to the Department, School, University, and profession
• Contribute to equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible learning environments
• Play an active role in advancing teaching excellence, curriculum development, and student success

Requirements

• Earned, or near completion of, a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, biochemical engineering, chemical engineering or equivalent
• Eligible for registration as a professional engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
• Demonstrated commitment to effective, evidence-informed and innovative teaching practices
• Collaborative approaches to curriculum development and student learning
• Ongoing professional growth as an educator
• Leadership in enhancing the educational experience of students

Important Details

• Start date: May 1, 2027
• Application deadline: November 25, 2026

Application Process

• Submit an application online via the UCalgary Careers page
• Organize four application attachments, merging documents as needed, to contain:
  • Cover letter and curriculum vitae, as well as the name and contact information of three referees
  • Statement of teaching philosophy promoting student learning and success (maximum 2 pages)
  • Statement on teaching and design experience (maximum 2 pages), including examples of demonstrable practical design skills and information on teaching experience, training, and mentoring
  • Statement on equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and indigenous engagement (maximum 2 pages)
• Answer the question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)