Assistant Professor of Biology

University of Toronto

Institution: University of Toronto Scarborough
Department: Department of Biological Sciences
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Type: Full-time, Contractually Limited Term Appointment (CLTA), 3 years
Academic Rank: Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream
Start Date: July 1, 2026
End Date: June 30, 2029
Closing Date: April 6, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Salary: $110,000 – $125,000 CAD/year (negotiable for exceptional candidates)
Req ID: 44379

Position Overview

The Department of Biological Sciences at UTSC invites applications for a three-year, full-time CLTA in Biotechnology and Translational Biology. The successful candidate will:

• Design and teach biotechnology curricula emphasizing computational tools, translational applications, and biomedical innovation.
• Integrate technology, production, bioethics, and regulatory frameworks into teaching.
• Contribute to departmental teaching strengths and collaborate with the Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health (SAMIH).

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biotechnology and translational biology
• Develop and deliver lectures, online content, and laboratory instruction
• Mentor and supervise students in academic and research activities
• Contribute to teaching-related scholarly activity and pedagogical research
• Foster an inclusive and diverse learning environment

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, or related fields (by the time of appointment)
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching in degree-granting programs
• Experience with curriculum development, lecture preparation, online teaching materials, and pedagogy
• Strong record of pedagogical inquiry, teaching awards, and scholarly activity
• Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in teaching and mentorship

Preferred: Post-doctoral experience in academia or industry

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit via the UTSC online portal:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Teaching dossier, including teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and teaching evaluations
4. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) statement (1–2 pages)
5. Names and contact information of three referees (at least one addressing teaching)

Contact for queries: chairadminbio.utsc@utoronto.ca
Application guidelines: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply

Diversity & Accessibility

• UTSC is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Candidates from Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, 2SLGBTQ+, and disability communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available throughout the recruitment process. Contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca for assistance.

About UTSC Department of Biological Sciences

• Offers 11 undergraduate programs spanning molecular biology to conservation biology
• Committed to innovative teaching practices, mentorship, and sustainability
• Promotes a safe, diverse, and supportive academic environment