The Government of Canada will be launching a competition for Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) in 2025. The CERC program aims to recruit world-leading researchers to establish ambitious research programs at Canadian Universities. The application process involves two stages: an internal selection followed by a nomination to the CERC program, with substantial support from ORIS. Given the University's application quota, the University can nominate up to 2 candidates.
The VPR is inviting proposals for CERC theme areas to guide the external search. Proposals should align with the Government of Canada's Science, Technology, and Innovation priority areas, and build upon established areas of institutional strength.
Expressions of interest can be submitted via email to Penny Pickles (oris.initiatives@uleth.ca) by March 3, 2025. For more information on the program, the search proceess, and the EOI form, please consult the ORIS website.
Contact:
Penny Pickles | pickpj@uleth.ca | 403-380-1801