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The Opportunity

The Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (BPK) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Cardiac Arrhythmias to commence July 1^st, 2025, or a mutually agreed-upon date. The candidate鈥檚 laboratory will be based at The Cellular and Regenerative Medicine Centre (CRMC) at BC Children鈥檚 Hospital Research Institute, which houses a cutting-edge core facility for the design and study of human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC)-derived cardiomyocyte (CM) models.

Desired Research Area

The ideal candidate will lead a research program using hiPSC-CMs to investigate inherited arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies/channelopathies at the CRMC. Areas may include studies on genetic variants associated with arrhythmias (e.g., ion channelopathies, sarcomeric proteins) or other cardiac diseases. The ideal candidate will use available state-of-the-art infrastructure designed for optimal development and phenotyping of hiPSC-CMs to study cardiac dysfunction. The candidate will have a collaborative disposition and sufficiently broad expertise to collaborate with other researchers, including the C²HARM group, who focus on Cardiomyopathies, CHannelopathies, and ARrhythmia Mechanisms. The team is made up of investigators at SFU, UBC, BC Children鈥檚 Hospital (BCCH), the Centre for Heart and Lung Innovation at St Paul鈥檚 Hospital (HLI), the Centre for Cardiovascular Innovation at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH), and the broader cardiac arrhythmia community.

Core Duties of the Position in Cardiac Arrhythmias:

• Research: Develop an externally funded research program devoted to advancing channelopathy/cardiomyopathy research using hiPSC-CMs, supervise and mentor graduate students and other highly qualified personnel, and disseminate discoveries through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and other forums appropriate to the discipline.
• Teaching: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of molecular cardiac physiology and contribute to curriculum and program development.
• Service: Contribute to committee work and departmental initiatives to serve the Department, the University, and the larger scientific community.

Qualifications for Assistant Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in molecular cardiac physiology, biophysics, electrophysiology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline by the employment start date.

The candidate must demonstrate:

• a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience
• establishment of, or potential for, a successful research program.
• potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• potential for supervision of graduate students.

Qualifications for Associate Professor

Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. The successful candidate must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in molecular cardiac physiology, biophysics, electrophysiology, biomedical engineering, or a related discipline by the employment start date.

The candidate must demonstrate:

• a strong record of research productivity commensurate with their experience.
• establishment of a successful research program.
• sustained success in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• potential for supervision of graduate students.
• demonstrated contribution to the academic community and potential to the Department Faculty and University鈥檚 academic community.

The typical workload distribution for assistant and associate professors in BPK is 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service. In carrying out these duties, the successful candidate will advance BPK鈥檚 goals to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion, for example, by working to eliminate the barriers that impede the ability of department members from historically underrepresented and marginalized populations to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will foster a positive and inclusive working environment through respectful interactions with all faculty, staff, and students. The responsibilities, terms, and conditions of employment of faculty are listed in the SFUFA-SFU Collective Agreement.

The following qualifications are considered assets:

• Interest and capability in running patient-derived hiPSC-CM experiments to foster translation.
• Experience conducting research in diverse environments or from different perspectives.
• Evidence of potential to collaborate within and outside the University.
• Previous or existing collaborations with leading researchers.
• Experience in teaching of undergraduate courses, with strong pedagogical skills and effectiveness in fostering inclusive learning environments.
• Demonstrated experience in increasing diversity in their previous institutional environment(s) or in curricula.
• Goals to apply research to better understand and address health issues affecting underrepresented populations.
• Interest, experience, and expertise in entrepreneurship and technology development.
• Evidence of leadership potential, including previous formal leadership roles or training.

The Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (BPK)

The mission of BPK is to advance the understanding of physiology and human health through fundamental and applied research, education, and service. BPK offers undergraduate degrees (BSc, BSc Honours) in biomedical physiology, behavioural neuroscience, and kinesiology, as well as graduate degrees (MSc, PhD). The Department includes 24 research faculty, 9 continuing teaching faculty members, 7.4 staff members, approximately 50 graduate students, and over 1,000 undergraduate majors. BPK features research clusters in cardiovascular physiology, chronic diseases, neuromechanics, and neuroscience. As a testament to BPK and SFU鈥檚 culture of innovation, BPK professors have founded four companies in the past 20 years, while World University Rankings for Innovation 2023 ranked SFU second globally in the Entrepreneurial Spirit category and 13^th globally in the Innovative Universities category. Metro Vancouver offers burgeoning wearable technology and biomedical device ecosystems, with several start-up and mid-sized companies now operating who are keen to engage in academic-industry partnerships. Several BPK faculty who conduct clinical research maintain affiliations with local hospitals including the BC Children鈥檚, Vancouver General, and St. Paul鈥檚 Hospitals.

SFU and the hiPSC-CM Research Environment at BC Children鈥檚 Hospital Research Institute

At the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community engagement lies A片资源吧 (SFU), Canada鈥檚 top-ranked comprehensive university. With three campuses located in beautiful British Columbia鈥檚 largest municipalities鈥擵ancouver, Burnaby, and Surrey鈥攐ur students, faculty, and staff are privileged to live and work on the traditional unceded territories of the x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), s蓹lilw蓹ta涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), q虛铆c虛蓹y虛 (Katzie), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples. Consistently ranked as one of Canada鈥檚 top employers, SFU鈥檚 excellence as an engaged university is derived from our shared commitments to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the pursuit of decolonization, indigenization, and reconciliation.

SFU offers several unique assets to its research faculty that are particularly relevant to this position. This includes the newly established Cellular and Regenerative Medicine Centre at BC Children鈥檚 Hospital Research Institute (BCCHRI), an SFU affiliated institute located in Vancouver proper. The successful candidate will have dedicated research space within the CRMC and have primary access to its array of cutting-edge technologies. This institute hosts numerous core facilities including those in imaging, flow cytometry, and MS proteomics. Within the CRMC is the RoboCult, a unique instrument built by STEMCELL Technologies that facilitates maintenance and passaging of hiPSCs in a hands-free manner, Eppendorf bioreactors for the differentiation of hiPSCs to both ventricular and atrial cardiomyocytes, and phenotyping rigs for multiple electrode array assays, automated patch clamping, and high-speed optical mapping.

The RoboCult allows maintenance and passaging of up to 105 hiPSC lines simultaneously with minimal human intervention. The Eppendorf DASBox Bioreactor is used for the roboticized 3D differentiation of hiPSCs into hiPSC-CMs and cardioids that reflect a dramatic increase in the quality and quantity of cardiomyocytes generated to facilitate 3D bioprinting (Cellink BIO X6) of both ventricular and atrial tissue. The phenotyping of these hiPSC-CMs is assisted by dedicated transcriptomics and MS proteomics infrastructure, multiple electrode array (Axion Maestro Pro) instrument, automated patch clamping (Nanion SyncroPatch 384, high speed (>1,000 fps) optical mapping (SciMedia miCAM05-M256), confocal optical mapping (Leica SP8), SarcTrack contractile analysis (Nikon CSU-X1 Spinning Disk Confocal microscope) and other infrastructure. Also critical is the interaction with the C2HARM team, composed of leading investigators in basic, pre-clinical, and clinical cardiac physiology in BPK at SFU, UBC, BCCH, VGH, HLI, and beyond. The C2HARM group focuses on an array of cardiac ion channels (including RyR2, hERG, HCN, SK) and sarcomeric proteins (including TnI, TnT, Tn) that are associated with inherited arrhythmias and cardiomyopathies. The C2HARM team has expertise in a broad range of elegant techniques (e.g., cryo-EM, patch clamping, super-resolution microscopy) and is actively engaged in productive knowledge exchange events that integrate basic research and clinical practice to better understand and improve care and treatment of patients with arrhythmias. The elegant CRMC infrastructure makes the interaction with C2HARM most productive and at the forefront of this field.

A片资源吧 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision. It pledges SFU to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥� SFU is committed to ensuring that no individual is denied employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the workforce, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates who belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $133,322 (dependent on experience). A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Associate Professor rank is $130,142 - $155,584 (dependent on experience).

SFU offers several benefits and services to create a more inclusive and accessible campus community for faculty; please see the Faculty Relations, Benefits, and Service page for more details. SFU is also committed to ensuring the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require accommodations or have questions about SFU benefits, services, accommodations policies, or equity considerations, please contact the Specialist, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Faculty Relations.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice.

The position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the SFU Board of Governors.

Inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to the BPK Chair鈥檚 Assistant, bpkcs@sfu.ca.

How To Apply

Candidates should address their applications to Dr. Glen Tibbits, Chair of the Search Committee. Applications should consist of a single PDF file inclusive of and bookmarked for the following components. Please also specify the rank you are applying for in your application.

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) that includes a narrative addressing 1) reasons for applying to the position and 2) evidence the candidate meets the qualifications, as detailed below.
• A complete, up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidate鈥檚 education and employment history, publications and conference presentations, funding and awards, student supervision experience, collaborations/partnerships, teaching experience, and service activities.
• A research statement (maximum two pages) that describes the candidate鈥檚 research experience, goals, and a five-year plan for their research program.
• Three examples of peer-reviewed published scholarly work.
• A teaching statement (maximum one page) that describes the candidate鈥檚 teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• A statement (maximum one page) describing past or potential contributions to enhancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within research, service, and teaching. Regarding the latter component, candidates should discuss their experience with and/or understanding of inclusive teaching and mentoring, and how the candidate would meet the needs of equity-deserving students.
• The names, titles, and email addresses of four referees qualified to assess the candidate鈥檚 research capabilities, at least one of whom can assess teaching potential. Referees will be contacted by SFU for candidates advancing to the later stages of the selection process.
• Please indicate your legal status to work in Canada.

Candidates should submit their applications by email to bpkcs@sfu.ca with the subject line hiPSC- CMs<lastname>_<firstname>. Full consideration will be given to applications received by 15 March 2025. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position remains open.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact research achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are considered carefully. Candidates are encouraged to highlight how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them in their application. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or research outputs.

The Opportunity

The Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (BPK) invites applications for a full- time Lecturer in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology to commence on May 1, 2025 or a mutually agreed-upon date.

Core duties of the Lecturer in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology:

• Teaching: Teach undergraduate laboratory and/or lecture-based courses in areas that may include: assessment of movement and motor function; assessment of the health and skill- related components of physical fitness; design and delivery of exercise programs for healthy adults and special or clinical populations to promote health, physical literacy, rehabilitation, or motor performance; introduction to kinesiology and health. Contribute to curriculum and program development.
• Service: Serve the Department, the University, and the larger community by contributing to committee work and to departmental initiatives. The candidate鈥檚 service work will also involve liaising with professionals in the kinesiology community and potential employers of our Department鈥檚 students and graduates, as well as with relevant accrediting, certifying and professional organizations.

The typical workload distribution for Lecturers in BPK is 80% teaching, and 20% service. In carrying out these duties, the successful candidate will advance BPK鈥檚 goals to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion by working to eliminate barriers that impede the ability of department members from historically underrepresented and marginalized populations to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will foster a positive and inclusive working environment through respectful interactions with all faculty, staff, and students.

The responsibilities, terms, and conditions of employment of faculty are listed in the

Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role at the Lecturer rank is $98,340 - $114,241 (depending on experience). SFU also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, health, and dental benefits. For details on the benefits offered by SFU, please visit the Faculty Relations website.

The Successful Candidate

The following credentials, skills, expertise, experience, values, and attitudes comprise the desired qualifications.

The successful candidate must:

• Hold a graduate or professional degree in kinesiology, rehabilitation science, movement science, exercise science, or a related discipline.
• Have a background of practical and teaching experience.
• Have demonstrated evidence of effective teaching of lecture-, laboratory-, and experiential learning-based undergraduate courses and fostering of inclusive learning environments.
• Have  demonstrated  a  strong  commitment  to  pedagogical  and/or  professional development.
• Have demonstrated an ability to integrate scientific research into practice and critically appraise literature relevant to kinesiology.
• Show strong potential for effective knowledge translation and community engagement.
• Demonstrate outstanding oral and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, including but not limited to strong collegiality, listening skills, valuing and respecting diverse perspectives, and a collaborative disposition.
• Show strong potential to be an engaged academic citizen, in part by demonstrating a record of volunteerism and participation in service activities, such as committee work and outreach initiatives.

The following qualifications are considered assets:

• Advanced training or formal certification in kinesiology-related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in increasing equity and diversity in their previous institutional environment(s) or in curricula.
• Demonstrated experience or specific aspirations to better understand and address health issues affecting underrepresented populations.
• Experience with learning management software.
• Clear interest and potential to effectively advocate for exercise and movement professionals within and outside the University including with professional associations and certification bodies.
• Leadership potential, demonstrated by leadership roles or formal training.
• Interest and potential to supervise undergraduate research experiences.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, efforts at decolonization, indigenization, and reconciliation.

SFU recognizes that alternative career paths and/or career interruptions (e.g., parental leave, leave due to illness) can impact academic achievements and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how alternative paths and/or interruptions have impacted them. SFU also recognizes the value of mentoring and research training, outreach, professional service, and non-traditional areas of research and/or academic outputs.

About the Department and University

About the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology (BPK)

The mission of BPK is to advance the understanding of physiology, movement, neuroscience, and human health through fundamental and applied research, education, and service. BPK offers undergraduate (BSc, BSc Honours) and graduate degrees (MSc, PhD) in kinesiology, biomedical physiology, and behavioural neuroscience. The Department includes 27 research faculty, 9 continuing teaching faculty, 8 staff members, approximately 50 graduate students, and over 1,000 undergraduate majors. BPK features research clusters in exercise and environmental physiology, cardiovascular physiology, chronic diseases, neuromechanics, and neuroscience. The Department boasts state-of-the-art teaching and lab facilities. Instructors are supported by excellent Teaching Assistants, experienced and dedicated support staff, and a department with a strong culture of collegiality and collaboration. BPK has a renowned co-op program that provides practical and experiential opportunities for its students.

About SFU

At the intersection of innovative education, cutting-edge research, and community engagement lies A片资源吧 (SFU), Canada鈥檚 top-ranked comprehensive university. Consistently listed as one of Canada鈥檚 top employers, SFU鈥檚 excellence as an engaged university is derived from our shared commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the pursuit of decolonization, indigenization, and reconciliation. SFU offers several unique assets to its teaching faculty that are particularly relevant to this position. This includes with multiple and ongoing offerings for teaching development and pedagogy. There is outstanding technical support for course development. In support of families with young children, SFU has high quality childcare on its Burnaby campus.

How To Apply

Candidates should address their applications to Dr. Stephen Robinovitch (he/him/his), Chair of the Search Committee. Applications should consist of a single PDF file inclusive of and bookmarked for the following components:

• A cover letter (maximum two pages) that addresses: 1) reasons for applying to the position, and 2) a narrative description highlighting evidence that the candidate possesses the listed qualifications and can effectively perform the listed job duties.
• A complete up-to-date curriculum vitae that lists the candidate鈥檚 education and employment history, teaching experience, clinical experience, service activities, student supervision, volunteering, affiliations and memberships with professional organizations, and any relevant publications, conference presentations, and awards.
• A teaching statement (maximum two pages) that describes the candidate鈥檚 teaching philosophy, teaching experience, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• Diversity statement (1 page) describing the candidate鈥檚 past experience and future plans regarding working with a diverse student body and contributing to a culture of equity and inclusion.
• The names, titles, and email addresses of 3 referees who are qualified to assess the candidate鈥檚 capabilities in relation to the required and desired qualifications. Referees will be contacted by SFU for candidates advancing to the later stages of the selection process.
• Confirmation of legal status to work in Canada.

Candidates should submit their applications by email to bpkcs@sfu.ca with the subject line lecturer2025_lastname_firstname. Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 25, 2024. Applications received after this deadline may be reviewed if the position search is still open.

Simon  Fraser  University  respectfully  acknowledges  the  x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m  (Musqueam), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), s蓹lilw蓹ta涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), q虛铆c虛蓹y虛 (Katzie), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen peoples on whose unceded traditional territories our three campuses reside.

A片资源吧 is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to 鈥渇oster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff, and our community.鈥� SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details, see the full Collection Notice.

The position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the SFU Board of Governors.

Inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to the BPK Chair鈥檚 Assistant, bpkcs@sfu.ca.