Job Description

The Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) is seeking applications from researchers for the 2026 CANADA IMPACT+ RESEARCH CHAIR competition on the theme of cognitive systems applied to smart manufacturing.

The holder of the Impact+ Chair will find a particularly dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) that is closely connected to industrial and scientific ecosystems, both in Canada and internationally. This environment is characterized by a strong culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, proximity to industry, and a recognized ability to support technological innovation and knowledge transfer. The Chair will also benefit from an exceptional setting thanks to its strategic integration with the National Center for Intelligent Manufacturing (CNIMI), a center affiliated with UQTR and recognized as a major catalyst for digital transformation and manufacturing innovation in Canada.

Objective of the chair:
The holder of the Canada Impact+ Research Chair will develop a world-class research program focusing on cognitive systems applied to smart manufacturing.

The expected research will focus on:
 Industrial cognitive architectures
 Artificial intelligence for manufacturing systems
 Cognitive digital twins
 Human-machine collaboration
 Resilience, security, and sustainability of smart industrial systems
 Industrial transformation and socio-economic impact

Useful links:
• For more information on Canada's Impact+ Research Chairs Program, visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/impact-plus-
chairs.html
• For more information on UQTR, visit: https://www.uqtr.ca/index.shtml
• For more information on research at UQTR, visit: https://www.uqtr.ca/recherche/index.shtml
• For more information on accommodations that may be available to individuals with disabilities, contact Annie Dubois at the UQTR Human Resources Department at [email protected]

UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
According to UQTR requirements, the successful candidate must hold a doctorate (Ph.D.) in a field of expertise closely related to the research topics mentioned above, hold the title of full professor, or be in the process of becoming a tenured professor. The Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières is a French-speaking institution. The successful candidate must therefore have sufficient knowledge of the French language or be determined to learn it once in the position. UQTR offers support for learning French. Teaching experience is also an asset.

Required documents:
Those wishing to apply are invited to submit their application before March 26, 2026 at 23 h 59 p.m. to the following address: http://www.uqtr.ca/CRC_Declaration_volontaire

The application must include:
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages)
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of publications from the last five years as well as a few examples or copies of significant contributions in the targeted field
• Details on the specific circumstances that may have led to a slowdown or interruption in their research activities
• A brief description of the research program related to the chair (maximum 2 pages)
• A description (maximum 1 page) of the infrastructure required to carry out the work planned for the chair
• The names of three experts willing to provide a letter of support for their application.

All required documents must be submitted in a single PDF file using the online voluntary declaration form available at this address: http://www.uqtr.ca/CRC_Declaration_volontaire

All applications will be treated confidentially.

Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion:
UQTR is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is essential to the development of innovative knowledge and technologies. That is why UQTR is committed to complying with federal non-discrimination and employment equity policies. UQTR particularly encourages women, Indigenous peoples, racialized peoples, people with disabilities, and members of the 2ELGBTQIA+ communities to apply. In accordance with the law, the University subscribes to an equal opportunity employment program. Upon request, the recruitment process can be adapted to the needs of individuals with disabilities. You can contact Ms.Geneviève Côté, an EDI advisor, who can offer you an accessible process if you have a hearing impairment or are hard of hearing, if you have mobility barriers, or if you are neurodivergent, among other conditions. ([email protected])