About The Role

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Hiring Unit

Department of Chemistry

Position Summary

Leads and conducts research on cellulose modification.
Interpret magnetic and spectroscopic data.
Focus research on the use of antibacterial cellulose.
Report writing and presentations.
Monitor the progress of graduate students in the lab.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

Strong analytic skills and attention to detail are essential.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstration of leadership.
Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems effectively and in a timely manner.
Must be a self-motivated worker who can work both autonomously and in group settings in a complex, changing, and deadline-oriented environment.

Experience and Education

PhD in chemistry with 5 years+ postdoctoral/research experience after receiving PhD degree.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hourly Salary

$35.37

Hours per Week

30 (Part time)

Location

Maass Chemistry Bldg

Supervisor

Professor

Position Start Date

2026-08-20

Position End Date

2026-11-06

Deadline to Apply

2026-09-03

This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca .