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
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:
- Cover letter (including self-identification for CRC eligibility)
- Current CV (max four pages)
- Two-page research statement outlining current and future research interests
- Samples of peer-reviewed publications
- Teaching dossier including:
- Two-page teaching philosophy statement
- Teaching evaluations, sample course materials, or other evidence of teaching excellence
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) statement
- 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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