In her role as Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs), Dr. Lynne-Marie Postovit leads the academic development of the university – this includes oversight of all academic appointments and renewal, tenure, and promotion processes, with a specific eye to research standards, and equity, diversity, and inclusion; disciplinary issues and collective bargaining, in collaboration with Faculty Relations; and leadership on capital projects with academic and/or university-wide implications.
Dr. Postovit is a highly respected researcher and recognized authority on ovarian cancer. She was most recently head of the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences at »ÆÉ«ÊÓÆµ, and she has received numerous awards and distinctions, most recently a Canada Research Chair in Translational Cancer Research. Dr. Postovit earned her PhD in anatomy and cell biology at Queen’s, and before returning to the university as a professor in 2019, she held various positions at Western University and the University of Alberta, and co-directed the Cancer Research Institute of Northern Alberta.
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Feb 04, 2026
Investing in homegrown research
Queen’s researchers to advance discoveries and sustainable innovations with support from Ontario government.
Feb 02, 2026
Smith Engineering advances Canada-Asia engagement
Queen’s joined Canadian peers in Hong Kong for the 100th anniversary of the Iron Ring.
Jan 30, 2026
Black Histories and Futures Month 2026
Reflections and celebration will be at the fore as the Queen’s and Kingston communities come together for events throughout February.