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The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (FMV) of the Université de Montréal is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Assistant Professor position in Veterinary Physiology to join the dynamic multidisciplinary team of the Department of Veterinary Biomedicine. The FMV is located in Saint-Hyacinthe, the agricultural capital of Quebec with 57 000 inhabitants. The FMV is located 60 km (37 miles) from Montreal, a vibrant city with an international airport and excellent flight connections to Europe, the USA and South America. The FMV is also within easy reach of the beautiful, historic Quebec City and Ottawa, the capital of Canada. The FMV is located off campus, but maintains strong collaborative ties to other faculties at the Université de Montréal and other universities within the province. FMV is ranked among the top 30 veterinary educational institutions in the world, according to the QS World University Rankings. A structured mentorship program is available for newly hired professors. To learn all about the FMV and discover the effervescence of its faculty life, visit our Website.

The Department of Veterinary Biomedicine, consisting of 17 Faculty professors and 5 adjunct professors, provides a dynamic research and training environment. Our focus spans fundamental and experimental pharmacology and toxicology, molecular and integrative physiology, genomics, proteomics, animal modeling, and reproductive biology, with strong connections to translational and clinical research. The FMV is seeking expertise in digestive physiology, nutrition, and the intestinal microbiome of animals. Highly qualified persons with expertise in these and connected areas are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant is expected to develop a cutting-edge independent, extramurally funded research programs and interact with members of the Department of Veterinary Biomedicine and other departments/colleagues of the FMV to develop multidisciplinary collaborative research projects.

Knowledge transfer from fundamental research to clinical applications is a significant goal in the One Health vision of animal, human, and environmental health. This position is at the heart of the FMV’s commitment to training future generations of veterinarians and research scientists equipped to meet the challenges facing the application of research to animal and human health in a changing world.

As a professor, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the excellence of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine…

…through your teaching and your research activities. You will also ensure the visibility of your discipline in addition to actively participate in the operation of a renowned institution. As such, you will:

• Participate in teaching of veterinary undergraduate students;


• Supervise and train graduate students at Master’s, Ph. D. and postdoctoral levels;


• Develop an independent research program aligned with the posting, the activities of the Department of Veterinary Biomedicine and the Faculty;


• Participate in outreach activities of your discipline (publications, conferences, others);


• Contribute to the overall activities of the University (departmental or faculty committees).

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• PhD degree in a relevant area;


• Doctor in Veterinary Medicine (DMV) or equivalent would be considered an asset;


• Postdoctoral experience (or equivalent) is considered an advantage;


• Strong track-record of publications demonstrating scientific excellence;


• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment, critical to establishing collaborative research within the Department of Veterinary Biomedicine and the Faculty;


• An adequate knowledge of the French written and spoken language or a strong commitment to mastering the proficiency level required, in accordance to Université de Montréal’s Language Policy. An institutional learning support program is offered to all professors wishing to learn French or improve their communication skills.

How to submit your application

All candidates are asked to submit a letter of intent detailing their research interests and career objectives, including a summary of their research program proposal and a short description of their teaching philosophy as well as their curriculum vitae, a copy of their diplomas, and the full name and contact information (phone numbers, email, address) of 3 referees. Applications should be sent to:

Francis Beaudry, PhD
Interim Chair and Professor
Department of Veterinary Biomedicine
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Université de Montréal
3200, rue Sicotte, Saint-Hyacinthe (QC) J2S 2M2
Phone: 450-773-8521, ext. 8647
Email: francis.beaudry@umontreal.ca
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We strongly recommend that you complete this self-identification questionnaire. You will find more information about this step in the Diversity and Inclusion section at the end of this document.

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