Tenure-track Faculty position in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or Genetics

General information

The Department of Biology at Université Laval is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position in molecular biology, cell biology, or genetics. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independent, externally-funded research program in molecular biology, cell biology, or genetics and to contribute to the recruitment and training of graduate students. In addition, the candidate will be expected to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels in molecular biology, cell biology, or genetics.

The Department of Biology at Université Laval is a premier center for education and research covering the fundamental fields of biology, ranging from cellular and molecular biology to genomics, physiology, animal ecology, marine ecology, freshwater ecology, plant ecology, conservation, and evolution. The Department is composed of a team of 22 faculty members who supervise 570 students, including 135 graduate students. The Department of Biology is a leader in northern research with recognized centers of excellence in non-human genomics, ecology and evolution, and oceanography. This research is supported by major infrastructure at Université Laval, including the Institute of Integrative Biology and Systems (featuring platforms for microscopy—fluorescence, confocal, and electron—genomic analysis, and bioinformatics), the scientific complex of the Institut nordique du Québec and the 11 research stations of the Centre for Northern Studies in Nunavik and Nunavut, as well as the research icebreaker NGCC Amundsen.

Job Description

• Teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels in cell biology, molecular biology, or genetics;
• Development of an independent and externally-funded research program in molecular biology, cell biology, or genetics;
• Participation in the educational and administrative activities of the Department of Biology, the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Université Laval;
• Participation in external academic activities that contribute to the university’s reputation
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Selection criterias

• Hold a Ph.D. in biology or a discipline relevant to the field of molecular biology, cell biology, or genetics. Postdoctoral experience is desirable;
• Proven ability to conduct academic research, demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals in the relevant research field;
• Potential to develop independent and original research in molecular biology, cell biology, or genetics;
• Demonstrated aptitude or potential for university teaching at all three levels, for supervising graduate students, and for pedagogical innovation;
• Ability to communicate and integrate into the institution’s French-speaking environment (within two years);
• Alignment of professional potential with the key competencies required for the professorial role:
• Analytical skills, ability to synthesize information, and sound judgment;
• Creativity and innovation;
• Communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills and openness;
• Ability to work in a team and with partners;
• Autonomy and a sense of responsibility;
• Sense of ethics and duty.

Conditions

Conditions

Salary according to the current collective agreement

Additional information

By choosing Université Laval, you will be eligible for the following onboarding benefits:

• Orientation days for new faculty members;
• Free French language courses for you and your spouse;
• Assistance with settling in Quebec City and job search support for your spouse.

Candidature

Application deadline: September 4, 2026

Job starting date: May 1, 2027

Interested candidates should submit a complete application at https://recrutement.fsg.ulaval.ca/en-US/. The application package must contain the following items:

• A letter of intent and motivation (no more than 2 pages);
• A complete curriculum vitae;
• Contact information for three referees;
• A detailed document of no more than four (4) pages describing their teaching and research interests;
• A description of no more than one (1) page explaining the contribution of their most relevant work to the field;
• A self-declaration form.

Valuing equity, diversity and excellence, Université Laval is strongly committed to provide an inclusive work and living environment for all its employees. For Université Laval, diversity is a source of wealth, and we encourage qualified individuals of all origins, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, as well as persons with disabilities, to apply.

Université Laval also subscribes to an equal access to employment program for women, members of visible or ethnic minorities, Aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities. Adaptation of the selection tools can be offered to persons with disabilities according to their needs and in complete confidentiality. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to qualified individuals with Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

Université Laval has been named Canada’s Best Employer for 2026 by Forbes.

Workplace

Faculté des sciences et de génie

Département de biologie

Numéro d'offre: 17647

Job posting period : Du 15-06-2026 au 04-09-2026