Professor in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering - Specialization in Biomaterials

Université Laval

TENURE-TRACK POSITION 22268

MATERIALS AND METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Professor in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering – Specialization in Biomaterials

Located in the heart of Québec City—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—Université Laval offers an exceptional living and working environment. It is a major comprehensive university renowned for its culture of excellence in both teaching and research.

Context

The Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at Université Laval is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position in materials and metallurgical engineering with a specialization in biomaterials.

• The Department includes 16 faculty members

• Supervises approx. 300 undergraduate and 100 graduate students

• Offers B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. programs in:

  • Mining and mineral processing engineering

  • Materials and metallurgical engineering

Position Description

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a strong research background in materials and metallurgical engineering, specializing in biomaterials

• Possess relevant teaching experience

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels

• Develop an innovative and well-funded research program in biomaterials that complements the department’s strengths

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate must:

• Hold a bachelor's and a doctoral degree in materials engineering or a related field

• Be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (P.Eng.), or commit to becoming a member within 2 years of starting

• Be able to teach in French or commit to becoming proficient within 3 years

Candidates will be evaluated based on:

• Quality of academic training

• Research, tech transfer, and scientific leadership experience

• Teaching experience and potential

• Achievements in biomaterials engineering

• Fit with the position and departmental needs

• Integration and synergy potential with current faculty

Salary and Benefits

• Academic rank will be determined by experience

• Salary set per the collective agreement in effect at the time of hiring

Application Process

🗓 Posting period: June 3 to September 30, 2025
🗓 Start date: Between January and July 2026

📄 Application must include:

1. Letter of intent

2. Contact info for three references

3. Teaching philosophy statement (max 2 pages)

4. Research vision statement (max 2 pages)

5. Curriculum vitae

📧 Submit all materials in a single file to:

Carl Blais, ing., PhD
Director
📧 Directeur@gmn.ulaval.ca
Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Faculty of Science and Engineering
Université Laval
Québec (Québec) G1V 0A6
CANADA

Equity Statement

Valuing diversity, Université Laval encourages all qualified individuals to apply—particularly:

• Women

• Visible and ethnic minorities

• Aboriginal persons

• Persons with disabilities

However, priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.

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