"Assistant Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology & Oral Medicine"

Position Details

• Date Posted: 03/19/2026
• Closing Date: 04/30/2026, 11:59PM ET
• Req ID: 46232
• Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
• Faculty/Division: Faculty of Dentistry
• Department: Faculty of Dentistry
• Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
• Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

The Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology & Oral Medicine. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous. Recognizing that there are a variety of terms that potential candidates may use to self-identify, the University uses the term “Indigenous” in this search, which forms part of the U of T Response to Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, to encompass the people of Turtle Island, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuk (Inuit), Alaska Native, Native American, and Native Hawaiian people.

Requirements

Candidates must have earned a PhD in a discipline related to Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine by the time of appointment, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and interdisciplinary research focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of neoplasms of the head and neck. Candidates will have a demonstrated clinical and teaching experience in oral oncology and hospital-based oral medicine. We seek candidates whose research, clinical, and teaching interests complement and enhance existing strengths within the Faculty of Dentistry.

Candidates must hold a DDS/DMD/BDS degree (or equivalent), and must have successfully completed specialty training in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine in a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC) or the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) in the United States, or in a non-accredited program followed by successful completion of qualification through a Dental Specialty Assessment and Training Program.

Candidates must be eligible for, or hold, licensure as a dental specialist with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and must have practical clinical experience in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a Fellowship in the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (FRCDC) in Oral Pathology and Oral Medicine or a Diplomate in both the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Maxillofacial Pathology, and the American Board of Oral Medicine.

Responsibilities

Candidates will be expected to develop and sustain innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program in the Field of Oral and Pathology and Oral Medicine with a focus on Oral Oncology, and contribute to the Faculty’s academic mission through teaching, research, and service.

Evidence of research excellence must include a strong record of publications in leading, field-relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, a well-articulated research statement, presentations at major national and international conferences, research awards, scholarships and honours, and strong endorsements from referees.

The Faculty of Dentistry is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment. The candidate is expected to develop a research program that integrates principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and addresses oral health inequities. Candidates should bring innovative approaches to advance interdisciplinary collaboration within the Faculty.

Candidates will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching programs in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Medicine. Evidence of teaching excellence will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (with required materials as outlined below) submitted as part of the application and strong letters of reference.

Salary

The expected salary range is $125,000 CAD to $150,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

About the Faculty

As the oldest and most established dental school in Canada, U of T Dentistry has been a trailblazer in dental specialties and clinical innovations. Throughout the twentieth century, the Faculty set a standard of innovation and excellence, pioneering many firsts in the quickly evolving field of dentistry – and beyond. Additionally, the U of T Faculty of Dentistry is one of the few dental schools in the world with exceptionally strong basic science research focused on oral health. For more information on the Faculty of Dentistry, please visit our website at www.dentistry.utoronto.ca.

Application Instructions

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter
• A current curriculum vitae
• A research statement outlining current and future research interests
• A recent writing sample
• A teaching dossier including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Dean’s Office, Faculty of Dentistry at dean@dentistry.utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by April 30, 2026.

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