Assistant Professor of Biology

University of Toronto

Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough, Department of Biological Sciences
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Date Posted: 02/18/2026
Closing Date: 04/20/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 44368
Job Category: Faculty – Tenure Stream (continuing)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

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Job Description

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time, tenure stream position in Computational Biology and Data Science applied to Biological Systems and Biomedical Sciences.

• Appointment: Assistant Professor
• Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026
• The successful candidate will be nominated for a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair (CRC).

Eligibility and Diversity Requirements

• To address systemic barriers and increase diversity in the Canada Research Chairs Program, selection is limited to candidates who identify as members of one or more of the four federally-designated groups:
  • Women and gender minorities (including trans, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, gender fluid)
  • Racialized persons/visible minorities
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Persons with disabilities
• Applicants must self-identify as part of one or more federally-designated groups in their cover letter.
• CRC nominees must:
  • Align their research with Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) eligibility
  • Hold or be actively applying for tri-agency funding
  • Be within 10 years of receiving their PhD (exceptions possible for career interruptions)

Qualifications

• PhD in biology, biomedical sciences, computational biology, AI/machine learning, bioinformatics, or related area
• Minimum 2 years postdoctoral training in academia or industry
• Demonstrated record of research and teaching excellence
• Ability to pursue interdisciplinary, innovative, and independent research
• Capacity to establish an externally funded research program integrating basic biology and clinical research through UTSC and the Scarborough Health Network (SHN)

Research and Teaching Expectations

Research Excellence:

• Publications in top-ranked, field-relevant journals
• Research statement, conference presentations, awards, referee endorsements

Teaching Excellence:

• Teaching dossier including statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, teaching evaluations, or other evidence of superior teaching
• Experience as teaching assistant, course instructor, workshops/seminars, student mentorship

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI):

• Evidence of commitment to EDI in research, teaching, and service
• 1-2 page EDI statement describing contributions to inclusivity, mentoring, or inclusive pedagogy

Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching:

• Participation in UTSC undergraduate and graduate programs
• Graduate appointment in the Department of Cell and Systems Biology

Facilities and Resources

• Access to core research facilities at UTSC:
  • Vivarium
  • Centre for Microscopy and Bioanalysis
  • TRACES (Technology Research Analytical Centre for Environmental Sciences)
  • Centre for the Analysis of Genome Evolution and Function
  • University of Toronto SciNet high-performance computing
• Partnership with SHN provides access to clinical data, including rare disease cohorts

Salary

$138,000 – $153,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience
Negotiable for exceptionally qualified candidates

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit online:

1. Cover letter (including self-identification for CRC eligibility)
2. Current CV (max four pages)
3. Two-page research statement outlining current and future research interests
4. Samples of peer-reviewed publications
5. Teaching dossier including:
   • Two-page teaching philosophy statement
   • Teaching evaluations, sample course materials, or other evidence of teaching excellence
6. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) statement
7. Names and contact information of three references

• UTSC recruiting tool will automatically solicit reference letters. Applicants are responsible for ensuring letters are submitted by the closing date.
• Submission guidelines: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply
• Questions: Vanessa Melo, Chair’s Assistant, chairadminbio.utsc@utoronto.ca

Deadline: April 20, 2026

Additional Notes

• The University recognizes that career interruptions due to personal circumstances can be part of an excellent academic record.
• The University embraces diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.

Accessibility

• Committed to accessibility under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• Accommodations available during recruitment and hiring process: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

Canada Research Chairs Program

• CRC applicants will be asked to complete a voluntary Diversity Survey (http://uoft.me/UP)
• For further CRC information, contact: Judith Chadwick, Assistant Vice-President, Research Services, crc@utoronto.ca

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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