Pharmacology and/or toxicology faculty position (tenure track)

Applications are invited from qualified individuals for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level in the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) on the University of Saskatchewan (USask) campus.

The ideal candidate is expected to develop a very strong, extramurally funded research program in pharmacology or toxicology relevant to Animal Sciences or Veterinary Sciences that complements existing strengths in the department. The candidate will also provide contributions to the teaching of Veterinary Pharmacology and Veterinary Toxicology in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program.

The department comprises multiple biomedical research foci including reproductive sciences and endocrinology, neuroscience and behaviour, pharmacology and toxicology, and cardiovascular physiology. The ideal candidate should use innovative multidisciplinary and translational approaches that intersect with the research foci of our faculty to enhance our strengths of collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching, research and service. To that end the WCVM houses an Animal Care Unit, molecular core laboratory, an Imaging Centre including live imaging, confocal, and electron microscopes, an ultrasound imaging station, a Cytation-5 High-throughput Cell Imaging Multi-Mode Reader, a PET-CT imaging suite and access to a variety of other research facilities.

Additional research facilities relevant to the position are available such as in the USask College of Medicine, USask College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, and Toxicology Centre.

The Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) is the premier centre for veterinary medical education and expertise in Western Canada. More than 350 undergraduate students are enrolled at the internationally recognized college that also includes the following:

• WCVM Veterinary Medical Centre, a state-of-the-art primary care and referral hospital
• BJ Hughes Centre for Clinical Learning (clinical simulation centre)
• Prairie Diagnostic Services, which provides expertise in support of animal health diagnostics, teaching and disease surveillance

USask has the widest array of health science colleges in Canada, including the WCVM, College of Medicine, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, and School of Public Health. Collaborative opportunities exist with these and other facilities on campus including the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), InterVac (International Vaccine Centre), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Canadian Light Source and Canada’s national synchrotron facility, Environment and Climate Canada, and the Toxicology Centre.

The university’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. USask is in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base, a vibrant arts community and a full range of leisure opportunities. The university has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and scholarly activities and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs to a student population of over 24,000.

Applicants must have a PhD in the area related to Pharmacology or Toxicology. A DVM degree is not required but would be a valuable asset. Postdoctoral research and teaching experience would be desirable attributes.

Salary bands for this position are as follows:

• Assistant Professor – $107,323 to $128,131
• Associate Professor – $128,131 to $148,939

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package which includes a dental, health and extended vision care plan; pension plan, life insurance (compulsory and voluntary), academic long-term disability, sick leave, travel insurance, death benefits, an employee assistance program, a professional expense allowance, and a flexible health and wellness spending program.

Interested candidates must submit:

• a cover letter outlining their qualifications and suitability for the position
• a detailed curriculum vitae
• a research plan including the intersection of the plan with department strengths (maximum three pages)
• a teaching philosophy statement (maximum one page)
• a statement on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) summarizing the candidate’s experiences with EDI and how those experiences will enhance the department (one page)
• contact information for three references

Due to federal immigration requirements, we also ask candidates to indicate whether they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or are otherwise already authorized to work at this position for the duration of the appointment, with an explanation if this last category is indicated. Candidates may be asked to provide proof of citizenship, residency or work eligibility.

Appropriately signed electronic or paper-based applications should be sent to:

Daniel J. MacPhee
Professor and Head, Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences
University of Saskatchewan
52 Campus Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5B4 Canada
krista.larson@usask.ca

Review of applications will begin June 1, 2026, though applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027.

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The University of Saskatchewan is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the university community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is practiced. The university welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.