The Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski (ISMER), is looking for a candidate to fill a regular faculty position in physical oceanography specialized in experimental physical oceanography. This position is aimed at a physical oceanographer with expertise in the study of dynamical processes in temperate or polar estuarine and coastal marine systems as well as in laboratory and field studies. ISMER is looking for a dynamic individual who will contribute to the research and teaching objectives of the Institute. ISMER is an autonomous Institute of Université du Québec à Rimouski, and includes faculty and support staff in all major disciplines of oceanography. In addition to well-equipped laboratories, the institute is operating a sea water research station and a 50-m research vessel, both equipped with the latest technologies. The main research orientation of the Institute is the coastal zone. The working language is French.


POSITION SUMMARY

The successful candidate will be encouraged to complement the current expertise, develop his/her own research program, and collaborate with physicists, geologists and biologists from the Institute and the University. As principal investigator, he/she will seek funding for research programs and equipment. The candidate will contribute to teaching objectives of ISMER in oceanography at the master and doctorate levels.


EXPERIENCE

The candidate must have a PhD in physical oceanography, or related field and specialized in experimental physical oceanography. A minimum of one year post-doctoral experience and a substantial list of publications at an international level in a field related to the position are requested. He or she must be able to contribute to the M.Sc. and PhD programs through teaching and graduate student supervision.

Candidates must provide either by e-mail (Presid-assemblee_ismer@uqar.qc.ca) or mail, a curriculum vitae, a description of their research activities and teaching capabilities and the contact information of three referees.


TREATMENT

In compliance with the existing collective agreement. Individuals interested in applying for this position are asked to send their documents and curriculum vitæ by email to (Presid-assemblee_ismer@uqar.qc.ca) or to the following address:

Présidente de l’Assemblée institutionnelle
Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski (ISMER)
310, allée des Ursulines, C.P. 3300
Rimouski (Québec) G5L 3A1

Review of applications will begin on March 8, and continue until the position is filled

All qualified candidates will be considered, however priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents