Assistant Professor in Food Biochemistry

Posting Reason:

New Position

Job Family:

Academic Leadership and Faculty

Union affiliation:

APUO

Faculty/Department:

Faculty of Health Sciences_Full Time Professors

Campus:

Main Campus

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/10/08

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

The School of Nutrition Sciences, at the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Food Biochemistry, starting July 1st, 2027.

The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program that advances understanding of the relationships between food properties, nutritional quality, and human health. Areas of particular interest include food component interactions and functionality, macronutrient quality and digestibility, nutrient bioaccessibility and bioavailability, and the role of functional foods and bioactive constituents in human health. This appointment will strengthen the School’s strategic focus on food-based approaches that promote health and well-being across the lifespan and help prevent diet-related chronic diseases.

The University of Ottawa is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities. It is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the best universities in the country and the largest bilingual university (French and English) in the world. Located on the unceded territory of Anishinabé-Algonquin people, in the heart of downtown Ottawa, it contributes significantly to the economy, culture, and quality of life of Canada's Capital. Located in the heart of Canada’s capital, the University of Ottawa benefits from its proximity to federal departments and agencies, supporting research, training, and collaboration in food science, nutrition, and health.

Title of the position: Professor in Food Biochemistry at the rank of assistant professor. 

Duties: Academic staff functions include, in varying proportions:

• Contribute to teaching various food science courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in both official languages (French and English);

• Lead and sustain a competitive, externally funded program in food biochemistry involving graduate student supervision;

• Contribute to regular administrative processes at the School, Faculty, and/or University level;

• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students in their research.

Terms: New tenure-track position.

Wage:  Salary scale for an assistant professor starts at $99,377 (as of May 1, 2025).

Benefits package: The University of Ottawa offers a complete benefits package including long-term disability insurance, basic group life insurance, health insurance, University of Ottawa pension plan, optional life insurance, as well as reimbursement of eligible moving expenses.

Location of work: (1) School of Nutrition Sciences, University of Ottawa, 200 Lees Ave Building FHS, Ottawa ON K1N 6N5; (2) Roger-Guindon Hall, 451, Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 8M5.

Contact information: Professor Riadh Hammami, Director, School of Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Ottawa ON K1N 6N5. [email protected]. Telephone: 613-562-5800 (4110)

Skills requirements:

• Education: PhD in Food Science or a related field. Postdoctoral experience in Food Science.

• Work experience:

• • A demonstrated excellent research track record in a health-oriented food science research with a special consideration to the food biochemistry.

• • Preference given to candidates with a minimum of 2 years postdoctoral research training, and with demonstrated experience in food sciences.

• • A demonstrated track record in teaching and training at the graduate level, a strong track record in interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Language: The University of Ottawa is proud to be the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world and considers bilingualism to be one of its distinguishing characteristics. At the time of hiring, the selected candidate must have an active knowledge of both French and English. The selected candidate must be able to work and teach in both official languages at the time of obtaining the position.

Application: Candidates should include the following in their application:

• A cover letter, including a statement on the level of bilingualism.
• 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 teaching or research trajectory; these will be taken into consideration in the selection process).
• A research plan (5-page NSERC Discovery Grant style preferred)
• A statement of teaching philosophy (~2 pages).
• A statement on equity, diversity, and inclusion philosophy and practices (~1 page).
• The names and contact information of three people who may be contacted by the University for letters of reference.

Application deadline: December 31st, 2026, or until position is filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

More information regarding Academic Careers can be found online. Apply online through the University of Ottawa Careers portal.

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 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 [email protected]. 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.