Biomechanics Assistant Professor McGill University

Shape biomechanics scholarship as a tenure-stream Assistant Professor at McGill University, teaching and mentoring in Montreal’s Kinesiology Science programs. Connect discovery with human performance applications.

McGill’s Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education invites a scholar with a Ph.D. in kinesiology or a closely related field. The department welcomes broad kinesiology expertise, prioritizing biomechanics, motor control, and the epidemiology of physical activity, sport, and exercise. The successful candidate will develop a sustainable research program, pursue external funding, teach courses, and supervise graduate students. Through SASSI, the appointment supports knowledge translation in sport, physical activity, and human health across the lifespan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop an innovative, internationally recognized research program
• Foster interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaborations
• Seek external research funding
• Teach courses within the area of expertise
• Contribute to SASSI’s applied sport science mission

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in kinesiology or a closely related field
• Expertise in biomechanics or related kinesiology research
• High-quality peer-reviewed publication record
• National and international conference presentation experience
• Ability to work in English and French is an asset

Bring biomechanics research, teaching, funding, and collaboration together to advance sport science and human health at McGill.