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Pushing the frontiers of knowledge at the Université de Sherbrooke

Call for proposals, professors, Canada Excellence Research Chairs

As part of the 2026 competition for the Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) Program, the Université de Sherbrooke is inviting applications for professor positions, with the selected candidates expected to hold a prestigious CERC. This program is one of the most prestigious and financially attractive in the world.

Université de Sherbrooke is:

  • One of the most prolific research university in Canada.
  • A bold combination of entrepreneurial culture, pooled infrastructure and interdisciplinary vision.
  • Cutting-edge facilities and specialized resources contributing to productive research and propelling research careers.
  • From fundamental research to practical applications, we bring together expertise from across the board, working with broad international networks to develop innovative solutions that address major challenges, both current and future.
     

Desired profiles

The candidate’s primary area of expertise must focus on one of the following two fields of expertise:

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Cybersecurity, its advanced analysis methodologies and multidisciplinary approaches

What Université de Sherbrooke has to offer:

Université de Sherbrooke is a key player in the field of cybersecurity, thanks to its ability to tackle cybersecurity issues from every angle: technological, legal, ethical and social.

Université de Sherbrooke stands out with its dynamic and multidisciplinary cybersecurity research ecosystem, offering cutting-edge resources, infrastructures and partnerships in this strategic field.

Some key infrastructures and clusters of research excellence:

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Health: Promotion, Prevention and Precision Medicine

Two research themes:

  • Diabetes Prevention Across the Lifespan
  • Pharmacology of Inflammation and Digestive Pain

What Université de Sherbrooke has to offer:

The cross-functional expertises at Université de Sherbrooke is also evident in its proximity to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, as well as the university hospital affiliation. Two research institutes, a clinical research centre, and a molecular imaging centre complete this highly collaborative and agile ecosystem, which facilitates the launch and implementation of large-scale interdisciplinary projects.

Hundreds of students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, professionals, patient-partners and members of the nursing staff (healthcare professionals) collaborate in our researchers' work. This continuum enables researchers to validate discoveries quickly and propels innovation forward, resulting in their integration into the healthcare system.

Some key infrastructures and clusters of research excellence:

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Learn more about the Université de Sherbrooke

A key player in research

Université de Sherbrooke is a nationally and internationally renowned Canadian institution. Research at Université de Sherbrooke is booming at an unprecedented rate, and this great vitality is evidenced by our prestigious ranking among Canada’s Top 50 Research Universities. Our university has the highest increase in its research activities in Canada over the last 10 years, ranking among the 10 universities with the highest research revenues in the country in 2023. Université de Sherbrooke is one of the country’s leading research universities.

Our unique approach to research

Our approach to university research is premised on a bold combination of entrepreneurial culture, pooled infrastructure and professional expertise, and interdisciplinary vision. This has led to our ranking among the most prolific research universities in Canada.

An open, engaged, responsible, and inclusive community

The primary value that motivates the Université de Sherbrooke is giving individuals special attention, in particular through the development of a study and work environment conducive to each person’s growth. 

Furthermore, the university places great importance on both respecting diversity and promoting the outreach potential of each member of its community.

At a glance: research at Université de Sherbrooke

  • Research revenues totalling $285.9M
  • A research community of over 6,500 people
  • 6 niches of excellence, encouraging interdisciplinary research
  • 6 research institutes
  • 19 research centres
  • 105 research chairs, including 2 Canada Excellence Research Chairs
  • 2 CNRS international research laboratories: Nanotechnologies & Nanosystems and Quantum Frontiers
  • 1 CNRS international research centre: Innovation for a sustainable planet
  • An institutional network of research platforms offering highly specialized pooled services and equipment
  • Partner in the Pôle universitaire de santé numérique de l'Estrie
  • An incomparable environment that trains the next generation of scientists
  • Over 100 research excellence scholarships awarded each year
  • A support structure designed to facilitate technology transfer

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About Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) Program

The Government of Canada designed the Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) Program to attract Canadian and international leading scientists and scholars who can positively contribute to Canada's global competitiveness and well-being, and to help Canadian institutions compete in the global market for research talent. The work of these leading researchers will spark the creation of new services and policies that support Canada's economic competitiveness, help sustain the environment, and improve quality of life.