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:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Teaching dossier, including teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and teaching evaluations
- Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) statement (1–2 pages)
- Names and contact information of three referees (at least one addressing teaching)
Contact for queries: [contact details available in the full listing]
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 [contact details available in the full listing] 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
