Université de Sherbrooke (Québec, Canada) invites world-leading researchers to apply for one of several prestigious Canada Impact+ Research Chair opportunities. Welcome to international and expatriate researchers!
The Université de Sherbrooke stands out among Canada’s leading research universities. Known for groundbreaking research achievements, it has remained true to its core values over the years: sustainable development; equity, diversity and inclusion; and ongoing collaboration with its community and partners.
We are inviting applications from the international scientific community with the goal of offering, through this process, between 7 and 14 faculty positions for professors who will have the opportunity to hold one of the prestigious Impact+ Research Chairs.
The Chairs are valued at $500,000 or $1,000,000 per year for 8 years, with the possibility of a 4-year extension at 50% of the initial award value per year.
The following faculties are participating in this call for proposals: Faculty of Law; Business School; Faculty of Education; Faculty of Engineering; Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences; Faculty of Science; Faculty of Physical Activity Sciences.
· Regular, full-time position
· Salary: $1 million or $500,000 per year for 8 years for a Chairholder’s salary and research program
· Field of Specialization: Multiple
· Workplace: Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
· Closing date: February 10, 2026
· Interviews: No later than February 17, 2026
· Anticipated start date: to be determined (no later than spring 2027)
· Learn more: https://www.usherbrooke.ca/recherche/en/udes/canada-impact-plus-research-chairs
· Contact for more information: chaires@USherbrooke.ca
· Apply online (in French): https://www.usherbrooke.ca/emplois/offre/no/07908
· Apply by email: dotation-rh@USherbrooke.ca
RESEARCH ALIGNMENT
These positions align with the following strategic priority areas identified by the Government of Canada:
- Advanced digital technologies (including artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and cybersecurity);
- Health, including biotechnology;
- Clean technologies and resource value chains;
- Environment, climate resilience, and the Arctic;
- Food and water security;
- Democratic and community resilience;
- Advanced manufacturing and materials;
- Defence and dual-use technologies.
DESIRED PROFILE
Only candidates who are internationally based (working and residing outside Canada) at the time of the cohort application deadline (March 24, 2026) are eligible.
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to advance ambitious and transformative projects in Canada’s strategic priorities, build and support exceptional research teams, and collaborate with partners across sectors and countries. They should foster the transformation of discoveries into tangible applications and marketable products that benefit Canada and the world socially and economically, while training the next generation of highly qualified personnel.
Candidates should have a strong interest in working in a multidisciplinary environment and be able to develop research partnerships with public and private sector actors in a priority area.
Selection will be based on the objectives of the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs Program and the following criteria:
- Attract a world-leading researchers to strengthen Canada’s global competitiveness and innovation leadership;
- Transform bold discoveries into innovative products, ideas, policies and solutions that benefit Canadians and the world;
- Help Canada grow and sustain a critical mass of expertise in priority areas identified by the Government of Canada through the development of high-impact research teams;
- Incentivize strategic partnerships across sectors, such as industry, health systems, government and not-for-profit organizations, to accelerate translation of research into practice and enhance long-term adoption and impact.
The competition may be used to award a Canada Research Chair or a Canada Excellence Research Chair, if applicable.
CAREER INTERRUPTIONS
In line with equity and diversity objectives, career interruptions due to parental, medical, or family leave, or the pandemic, will be considered during evaluation. Candidates are strongly encouraged to clearly identify such periods in their CV or cover letter.
DUTIES
- Teach in undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Supervise graduate students.
- Develop fundamental or applied research activities.
- Take part in university life.
- Contribute to community service.
EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
The university will prioritize applications that strengthen its strategic commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).
The UdeS values diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion in employment within its community. It is committed to prioritizing these values as strategic drivers of excellence, recognizing that diverse perspectives foster innovation and creativity. This commitment is outlined in both its Strategic Plan and its Summary for the EDI action plan for research (2023-2026).
Also affirming its will to contribute to reconciliation and healing, the UdeS deploys joint initiatives with members of the First Peoples, to better understand and promote their realities and their cultural heritage.
The merit of Indigenous research is assessed with respect for its specificity and in accordance with the Guidelines for the Merit Review of Indigenous Research that apply to all Indigenous research regardless of the funding agency considered.
The UdeS invites all qualified individuals to apply, in particular, women, members of visible and ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities under the Programme d’accès à l’égalité en emploi (PAEE). As such, the selection tools can be adapted to the needs of persons with disabilities who request them, in complete confidentiality. Contact: Élaine Huot (Elaine.Huot@USherbrooke.ca).
The UdeS also encourages individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities to apply. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.