Job description

Located in the heart of Québec City, Université Laval offers a privileged living environment and is a comprehensive university recognised for its excellence in teaching and research.

Position Description

The Department of Geology and Geological Engineering is seeking individuals with a strong research expertise in the field of geomaterials and aggregate technology, as well as relevant teaching experience. The selected candidate will be expected to teach in the department’s programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, develop a funded and innovative research program that complements the strengths of our programs.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching and supervising students at the undergraduate and graduate levels;
• Conducting research and publishing in areas related to the position;
• Participating in the pedagogical and administrative activities of the department and Faculty;
• Engaging in external academic activities that contribute to the visibility of the Faculty and University.

Selection Criteria

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in geological engineering or a related engineering field, and a Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to the research area targeted by this position, or be about to obtain a Ph.D. (thesis submitted);
• Relevant scientific training and experience in relation to the identified field;
• Demonstration of the ability to conduct university-level research;
• Potential to develop an autonomous and original research program in the identified field;
• Demonstration of, or potential ability, to teach at all academic levels, supervise graduate students, and engage in pedagogical innovation;
• Demonstration of potential or commitment to community service;
• As Université Laval is a French-language institution, the selected candidate must be able to teach effectively in French or commit to being able to do so within a maximum of three years;
• Be a registered member of a Canadian professional engineering association or be able to become one within a maximum of three years;
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in science and engineering.
• The candidate’s professional potential must align with the following key competencies required for the professorial role:
  • • Analytical skills, synthesis ability, and sound judgment
    • Creativity and innovation
    • Communication skills
    • Interpersonal skills and openness
    • Teamwork and collaboration
    • Autonomy and sense of responsibility
    • Ethical awareness and duty
    • Student supervision

Conditions

Appointment and Compensation

Salary will be determined in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement in effect at the time of hiring.

Additional Information

The Department of Geology and Geological Engineering consists of a team of 13 professors teaching approximately 150 undergraduate students and supervising over 80 graduate students. Research in the department is organized around four main thematics: geomaterials, mineral resources, natural hazard analysis, and hydrogeology.

Start date: July 1, 2026 (to be confirmed)

In the event of any disagreement between the English and the French versions of this announcement, the French version takes precedence.

https://www.rh.ulaval.ca/emplois-disponibles/corps-professoral/professeures-et-professeurs/HCM/10458

Université Laval values equity, diversity, and excellence and is committed to providing all staff with a work and living environment rooted in an inclusive culture. Diversity is a source of enrichment, and we encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Université Laval also adheres to an employment equity program for women, visible or ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities. Accommodation measures for selection tools may be offered to persons with disabilities based on their needs, in full confidentiality. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to qualified individuals who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

How to apply

Interested individuals must submit the following documents in separate PDF files:

1. A cover letter (1 page)
2. A detailed curriculum vitae
3. A short- and long-term research program proposal (4 pages)
4. A statement of teaching philosophy and interests (1 page)
5. A statement (1 page) describing how you plan to support EDI in research, teaching, and learning activities
6. Contact information for three referees (name, affiliation, email) who can attest to your academic potential
7. Copies of obtained university degrees

Applications must be submitted via the following web platform: https://recrutement.fsg.ulaval.ca/fr-FR/ or using the QR code.

Application deadline: November 30, 2025

Review of applications begins: December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.