"Assistant Professor in Mechatronics Engineering (Mechatronics/Robotics)"

Located in downtown Toronto, the Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics Engineering (MIME) in the Faculty of Engineering & Architectural Science at Toronto Metropolitan University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Mechatronics Engineering focusing on Mechatronics/Robotics, effective July 1, 2026, subject to final budgetary approval.

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is committed to addressing the under representation of faculty who identify as women in the fields of Science and Engineering. Successful candidates will self-identify as women and will demonstrate strong potential for excellence in teaching, scholarly research or creative activity, and service, while maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment.

The successful candidate will engage in a combination of teaching (at undergraduate and graduate levels, supervising students, developing curriculum), scholarly research or creative activity (strong, externally funded, innovative program), and service duties.

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical-Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field by the appointment date. Evidence required: strong background in theoretical/experimental mechatronics/robotics complementing the Mechatronics Engineering group; emerging scholarly research; potential for teaching excellence; commitment to EDI; ability to contribute to department and university service. Eligibility for and commitment to acquiring P.Eng. License in Ontario is required.

The minimum salary for the Assistant Professor rank is $103,916.30 per annum, commensurate with qualifications. This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Toronto Metropolitan Faculty Association (TFA). View the TFA collective agreement and TFA benefits.

How to Apply: Submit applications online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal by March 1, 2026. Required materials: letter of application; curriculum vitae; three examples of research dissemination materials; research statement (max 3 pages); teaching dossier (including philosophy statement max 2 pages, and teaching evaluations if applicable); EDI statement (max 1 page); names and contact information of three references.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. TMU is particularly interested in applications from equity-deserving groups.

Department Overview: The Department has 44 faculty members and offers accredited BEng programs in Mechanical, Industrial, and (from 2027) Mechatronics Engineering, plus graduate programs (PhD, MASc, MEng) with about 1,600 undergraduate and 100 graduate students. Visit department website.