University of Ottawa
Job title:
Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Neuro-musculoskeletal Aspects of Movement
Company
University of Ottawa
Job description
Job Family: Academic Leadership and FacultyUnion affiliation:APUOFaculty/Department: Faculty of Health Sciences_Full Time ProfessorsCampus: Lees CampusDate Posted: February 21, 2025Applications must be received BEFORE: March 22, 2025The at the is inviting applications for a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Neuro-musculoskeletal Aspects of Movement to build research capacity and support excellence across the fields of biomechanics and neuroscience, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to neuro-musculoskeletal disorders. The successful candidate will have expertise in neuro-musculoskeletal modelling, biomechanics, virtual/augmented reality, robotics, wearable sensors, exoskeletons, and/or medical imaging. They will lead a research program that will explore neuro-musculoskeletal disorders, orthopaedics, prosthetics, and/or optimization of human mobility, performance and ergonomics and translate findings into clinical applications. As an internationally recognized leader, the Chairholder is expected to play a leadership role within the , and expand existing relationships with national and international stakeholders.Located on the unceded territory of the Anishinaabe-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa and in close proximity to multiple national agencies, the University of Ottawa is recognized as the first and largest bilingual university in North America and provide strong connections to organisational, government and policy interest holders. The School of Human Kinetics offers a rich academic experience, providing students the knowledge and skills needed to promote improved human movement, better policies and positive lifestyles. The School of Human Kinetics is rooted in multiple, interconnected disciplines that view sport, physical activity, health and leisure from different knowledge perspectives. Beyond biomechanics and motor control, research areas of interest include socio-cultural and leisure, sport management and psychology and pedagogy.Tier 1 Chairs, tenable for seven years and renewable once, are for outstanding researchers acknowledged by their peers as world leaders in their fields. For each Tier 1 Chair, the institution receives $200,000 annually for seven years. Nominees for Tier 1 Chair positions must be full professors or associate professors who are expected to be promoted to the full professor level within one or two years of the nomination. Alternatively, if they come from outside the academic sector, nominees must possess the necessary qualifications to be appointed at these levels. New CRC nominees are also eligible for infrastructure support from the (CFI) to help acquire state-of-the-art equipment essential to their work.Selective hiring: The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. In accordance with the , the selection will be limited to members of the four designated groups such as Indigenous peoples, individuals who are racialized, persons with disabilities, women and gender minorities as defined in the and the . Candidates from these groups who wish to be considered for this position must complete the confidential self-identification questionnaire during the application process online. The objective of this measure is to increase the representation of the four designated groups in the allocation of Canada Research Chair positions. Internal candidates are not eligible.Skills requirements:
- Education : Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant field;
- Required Qualifications: outstanding independent research achievements in the CRC’s identified area(s), a solid record with respect to teaching and training of students at the graduate level, a solid record of external research funding. Excellent communication skills in both English or French. Active knowledge of the other official language in Canada is a requirement for tenure. English-French bilingualism is an asset.
Rank and salary: Regular tenure-track academic appointment in the Faculty of Health Science . The salary scale for a full professor starts at $131,803 and for an associate professor it starts at $109,776 (scale of the collective agreement between APUO and the University of Ottawa as of May 1, 2025). Salaries are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.Benefits package: The University of Ottawa provides a which includes long term disability, basic group life insurance, supplementary health insurance, University of Ottawa Pension Plan and optional life insurance, as well as relocation expenses.Location of work: Faculty of Health Sciences, 200 Lees Avenue, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5Application package:
- A cover letter;
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae (Please include any personal circumstances and/or career interruptions such as parental or sick leaves that may have impacted your research trajectory. These will be taken into consideration in the selection process);
- A research plan (2 to 3 pages);
- A statement of teaching interests (1 to 2 pages);
- A statement on equity, diversity, and inclusion philosophy and concrete practices (1 page);
- The names of three people whom may be contacted by the University for letters of reference which will follow the
(i.e. Tier 1: all three arm’s length including one international); and * Self-identification: Complete the confidential Employment Equity questionnaire online during the application process. The Canada Research Chairs Program requires institutions to collect self-identification data from all applicants, following the program’s
.Deadline: March 21, 2025More information regarding . Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers website.The selection process will begin immediately after the closing date and will continue until the position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Please address your cover letter to the following person:Dr. Julie St-Pierre, Interim Vice-President, Research and InnovationUniversity of Ottawa550 Cumberland St., room 246Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5 CANADAFor questions, please email:Ad posted on February 21, 2025The University of Ottawa is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion in the scholarly and leadership environments of our students, staff, and faculty. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples in Canada, visible minority members (racialized persons), persons with disabilities, women and all qualified applicants with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with equitable, diverse, and inclusive communities. Applicants who wish to be considered as a member of one or more designated groups should complete the confidential Self-Identification Questionnaire when they apply.In accordance with government policy, 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 . Any information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence.The University of Ottawa is proud of its more than 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.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 CanadaThe 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 . 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.
Expected salary
$131803 per year
Location
Canada
Job date
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 08:20:01 GMT
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