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Tenure Track Position in Complex Systems Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada, Ryerson University , is on the territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples and is known for innovative programs built on the integration of theoretical and practical learning. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are distinguished by a professionally focused curriculum with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, scholarly research and creative activities. Ryerson is known for its culture of entrepreneurship and innovation and is recognized as a city builder, as it continues its growth through award-winning architecture and expansion of its campus. Dedicated to a people first culture, Ryerson is proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for every year since 2015. To learn more about our work environment, please visit us on Twitter:   @RyersonU , @RyersonHR and @RyersonECI and our LinkedIn company page . We invite you to explore employment at Ryerson . Aboriginal candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Tracey King, Indigenous Human Resources Lead at t26king@ryerson.ca . The Opportunity The Department of Physics in the Faculty of Science at Ryerson University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Complex Systems. This position is an integral part of the Department’s Strategic Plan to create a world-class graduate research program in this exciting field, to parallel the department’s long-standing strength in Medical Physics. In executing this plan, the successful applicant will join the present core of three faculty members in the field of Complex Systems. As such, we invite applicants with complementary expertise in relevant  areas of complex systems, such as dynamical systems, network science, and statistical physics, with a special eye toward interdisciplinary applications. The appointment shall be effective July 1, 2020, subject to final budgetary approval. The Department of Physics consists of 17 faculty members, 8 staff, 9 postdoctoral fellows and 58 graduate students. The Department offers undergraduate (B.Sc.) and graduate (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) programs. Our faculty prides itself on the quality, breadth and depth of its research in a Department recognized among the top in Canada in the areas of Medical Physics and Complex Systems. We are also committed to excellence in teaching, including the application and research of novel physics education pedagogies. We seek a candidate that will augment our existing research and teaching strengths, bringing innovative and diverse perspectives and experiences. This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) ( www.rfanet.ca ). The RFA collective agreement can be viewed here and a summary of RFA benefits can be found here .   Responsibilities The successful candidate will engage in a combination of teaching, research and service duties, maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and collegial work environment across all activities. Responsibilities will include: pursuing an innovative and independent research program that is externally funded and generates cutting-edge, high quality research in complex systems; contributing to our undergraduate and graduate programs through teaching, mentoring and supervision of students; contributing to the development of curricula and course design for the field of Physics of Complex Systems in our graduate program; and engaging in the life of the Department, Faculty and University through service activities.

The Department of Language Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure stream appointment in Spanish at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position start date is July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. We seek candidates whose research expertise is in Second Language Education with a clear research agenda in Language Teaching & Learning or Educational Technology. Spanish must be the primary language of research focus and candidates’ research and teaching interests must complement and strengthen our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate must have a PhD, or an equivalent doctoral degree, in Spanish Second Language Education, or a related area, by the start date of the appointment or shortly thereafter. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate evidence of excellence in both teaching and research. Excellence in research can be demonstrated by publications in top-ranked and field-relevant academic journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, presentations at significant conferences, research grants and awards, and strong endorsements by referees of high standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, strong letters of reference, and the teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations, submitted as part of the application. Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish, the ability to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and the ability to work effectively in English are required. A demonstrated ability to develop and coordinate a university-level Spanish language series is an asset. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate Spanish Language, Education Studies, Linguistics, and/or Language Teaching and Learning courses at the Department of Language Studies, UTM and engage in the experiential learning activities offered in the Department. The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an active, independent, innovative, internationally competitive, and externally funded program of research, to contribute to the education and training of undergraduate students as well as graduate students, and to develop innovative curriculum and coordinate language courses in Spanish. They will undertake graduate teaching and supervision as a member of the Graduate Department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning < https://www.oise.utoronto.ca/ctl/index.html > at OISE, on the St George campus. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. For more information about the University of Toronto Mississauga and the Department of Language Studies, please visit https://www.utm.utoronto.ca and https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/language-studies/ . All qualified candidates are invited to apply online at: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1904185 . Applications must include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations), a statement outlining current and future research interests, a diversity statement as it relates to research, teaching, and service (see details below), and two representative publications. Equity and diversity are among UTM’s core values and are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching, and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates are therefore also asked to submit a 1-2 page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. All application materials must be submitted online by January 9, 2020. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . Please consolidate all application attachments into one or two files in PDF/Microsoft Word format. Please direct questions to joanna.szewczyk@utoronto.ca . Arrangements must be made for three recent letters of reference, which must comment on the applicant’s research and teaching abilities, to be addressed to Professor Pascal Michelucci, Chair of the Search Committee, and sent directly by referees to langstudies.chair@utoronto.ca by the closing date. Please ensure that the candidate’s name and “Spanish Search” are included in the subject line and that letters are on letterhead, signed, and dated. All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by January 9, 2020. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Department of Statistical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto (UofT) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Statistics. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020 or shortly thereafter. We are interested in candidates that demonstrate an exceptional record of excellence in teaching and research whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental strengths https://www.statistics.utoronto.ca/research. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research at the highest international; level and to maintain an outstanding, competitive and externally funded research program.

  Chair in Mine Design The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining Queen’s University at Kingston The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Queen’s University, invites applications for the Chair in Mine Design . This is a tenured faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor. The preferred starting date of the appointment is July 1, 2020.  The Chair in Mine Design is a key role with the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining with a mandate that includes the development of innovative mining methods and techniques for minimizing and mitigating Geomechanics hazards and risks.  This Chair role was established by the Government of the Province of Ontario, in consultation with the mining industry, in response to the recommendations of the 1986 report of the Provincial Inquiry into Ground Control and Emergency Preparedness (the Stevenson Commission). The scope of the Chair in Mine Design encompasses the broad spectrum of design challenges and solutions for underground mining in hard rock. Candidates for this position are expected to have a record of research accomplishment and practice in areas such as: Geomechanical Mine Design, Rock Mass Characterization, Experimental Rock Mechanics including Rock Fracture, Rock Mass Behaviour including Rockbursting and Seismicity, Ground Support, Numerical Modelling, and Instrumentation. Candidates must hold at least one degree in Engineering and a PhD in a relevant discipline completed at the start date of the appointment.  Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario, or eligibility to acquire registration in Canada, is a requirement. Relevant industrial experience is a significant asset. The main criteria for selection are academic, research, and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will provide evidence of high quality scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research leading to peer assessed publications and the securing of external research funding. The candidate must also be able to teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department’s programs, and provide evidence of an ability to work in an interdisciplinary and student-centered environment. The successful candidate will be expected to make  contributions through service to the department, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community.  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. People from across Canada and around the world come to learn, teach and carry out research at Queen’s University. Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. You will also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children.  Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave.  In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent children in daycare. Details are set out in the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources . Additional information about Queen’s University can be found on the Faculty Recruitment and Support website. The University is situated on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe, in historic Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario. Kingston’s residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life with a wide range of cultural, recreational, and creative opportunities. Visit Inclusive Queen’s for information on equity, diversity and inclusion resources and initiatives. Celebrating its 125th anniversary, Queen’s Mining consistently ranks among the world’s top Mining Engineering departments, with outstanding laboratory facilities and an unparalleled reputation for the quality of our graduates. In alignment with emerging societal and industry priorities, the department embraces an integrated systems approach to the mining project life cycle, thereby enabling more sustainable raw materials extraction that is safer and more effective, and which further mitigates social, environmental, and economic impacts. Several established faculty members have active research programs on a variety of themes related to the mining value chain, including Geostatistics, Blasting, Ventilation, Geomechanics, Mine Design, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Sustainability and Intelligent Mining Systems. The department possesses world class laboratories for teaching and research in blasting, rock mechanics, and mineral processing.

Assistant Professor Green Mining The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining Queen’s University at Kingston The Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Queen’s University, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, in the area of Green Mining . The preferred starting date of the appointment is July 1, 2020. Green Mining ensures availability of mineral resources for future needs through the development of innovative techniques, technologies and systems which enable economically viable access, efficient use, and effective reuse, of raw materials. This field encompasses concepts related to Circular Economy, Recycling End-of-Life Products, Product Life Cycle Analysis, Water, Energy and Materials Efficiency, Clean Energy Transition, and all activities that diversify supply chains in mining, making them more sustainable while reducing its ecological footprint and impact on climate, with the purpose of maximizing the use of minerals and by-products and minimizing waste generation. Hence, candidates for this position will be expected to conduct research which is relevant to areas such as: life cycle analysis, product cycle analysis, recycling, techno-economic evaluation, innovation, water and energy efficiency, or circular economy. The primary academic appointment for this position will be in the Robert M. Buchan Department of Mining ( Queen’s Mining ). Cross-appointment to other relevant academic departments will be encouraged, depending on the area of expertise and research focus of the appointee. Candidates must hold at least one degree in Engineering and a PhD in a relevant discipline completed at the start date of the appointment.  Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario, or eligibility to acquire registration in Canada, is a requirement. Relevant industrial experience is a significant asset. The main criteria for selection are academic, research, and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will provide evidence of high quality scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research leading to peer assessed publications and the securing of external research funding. The candidate must also be able to teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department’s programs, and provide evidence of an ability to work in an interdisciplinary and student-centered environment. The successful candidate will be expected to make  contributions through service to the department, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community.  Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. People from across Canada and around the world come to learn, teach and carry out research at Queen’s University. Faculty and their dependents are eligible for an extensive benefits package including prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental care, long term disability insurance, life insurance and access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program. You will also participate in a pension plan. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying employees, their spouses and dependent children.  Queen’s values families and is pleased to provide a ‘top up’ to government parental leave benefits for eligible employees on maternity/parental leave.  In addition, Queen’s provides partial reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for employees with dependent children in daycare. Details are set out in the Queen’s-QUFA Collective Agreement. For more information on employee benefits, see Queen’s Human Resources . Additional information about Queen’s University can be found on the Faculty Recruitment and Support website. The University is situated on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe, in historic Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario. Kingston’s residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life with a wide range of cultural, recreational, and creative opportunities. Visit Inclusive Queen’s for information on equity, diversity and inclusion resources and initiatives. Celebrating its 125th anniversary, Queen’s Mining consistently ranks among the world’s top Mining Engineering departments, with outstanding laboratory facilities and an unparalleled reputation for the quality of our graduates. In alignment with emerging societal and industry priorities, the department embraces an integrated systems approach to the mining project life cycle, thereby enabling more sustainable raw materials extraction that is safer and more effective, and which further mitigates social, environmental, and economic impacts. Several established faculty members have active research programs on a variety of themes related to the mining value chain, including Geostatistics, Blasting, Ventilation, Geomechanics, Mine Design, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Sustainability and Intelligent Mining Systems. The department possesses world class laboratories for teaching and research in blasting, rock mechanics, and mineral processing.        

The Department of Language Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a teaching stream appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in the area of English Language Linguistics and Online Teaching. The position start date is July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. The successful candidate must have earned a PhD in Linguistics or a related area by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. A record of excellence in teaching, including extensive knowledge of pedagogical content development and curriculum design, and a demonstrated commitment to continued pedagogical/professional development are required. Candidates must have teaching expertise in a degree granting program at the undergraduate level, including lecture preparation and course responsibilities, curriculum development, teaching of large classes and development of online material/lectures. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and build on our existing departmental strengths. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellent pedagogical practices in Linguistics, as well as interest in teaching-related scholarly activities. Native or near-native proficiency in English is required. Evidence of excellence in teaching and pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, strong letters of reference from referees of high standing, and the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application, including a strong coherent teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and excellent evaluations of teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake teaching at the undergraduate level at the University of Toronto Mississauga, to participate in the periodic reviewing and development of undergraduate curriculum, and to collaborate on teaching projects with colleagues in the Department and beyond the Department. In addition to core teaching responsibilities in face-to-face and online formats, the position includes coordinating and developing pedagogy-oriented scholarship, developing curricular materials and teaching tools, as well as recruiting, training and supervising Teaching Assistants. Further, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in and contribute to the co-curricular and experiential learning activities offered in the Department and to engage in community and international outreach. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. For more information about the University of Toronto Mississauga and the Department of Language Studies, please visit https://www.utm.utoronto.ca and https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/language-studies/  

The Department of Biological Sciences, University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the area of Neuroscience. The appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.  Candidates must have a PhD in Biological Sciences or a related field, at least one year of postdoctoral experience, an outstanding research record and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.  The successful candidate must employ the latest empirical approaches to understand brain function on multiple levels ranging from the genomic and cellular to circuits and entire organisms. We are particularly interested in candidates who will create synergies with existing neuroscience research within the department and seek those who complement and deepen our existing departmental strengths .  Research areas and technological approaches of the successful candidate may include but are not limited to: mechanisms of behavioural adaptation neurodevelopment stress neurodegeneration neuroimmunology  The successful candidate will be expected to conduct innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Applicants must have a record of excellence in research, as demonstrated by publications in top ranked and field-relevant academic journals, presentations at significant conference, awards and accolades for work in the field, an innovative research statement and strong endorsements by referees of high international standing. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level. A commitment to excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through the statement of teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments, and evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities documented in the submitted teaching materials. Documented teaching excellence may include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or conference posters or presentations, as well as strong letters of reference. The successful candidate is also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, demonstrated through the application materials. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Further information on the research and teaching activities of the department can be found at http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~biosci/ . The University of Toronto is an international leader in biological research and education and the Department of Biological Sciences enjoys strong ties to other units within the University. The successful candidate will be cross appointed to the Graduate Department of Systems and Cell Biology at the University of Toronto ( http://csb.utoronto.ca/ ), and is expected to maintain an active research program centered at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and to foster and facilitate inclusivity while working in one of Canada's most diverse institutions. At UTSC, the new faculty member will have access to several research facilities including state of the art molecular, cellular, neuroscience, and imaging tools in the Centre for the Neurobiology of Stress ( https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cns/ ) and the outstanding chemistry analytical capacity offered by the TRACES Lab (Teaching and Research in Analytical Chemical and Environmental Science - http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~traceslab/ ).

The Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough invites applications for a full-time teaching stream appointment in the area of Statistics. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream with an expected start date of July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.  Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Statistics or a closely related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental strengths . Candidates must have teaching expertise in a degree granting program at the undergraduate level, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of online material/lectures. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical practices and a demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities.      Evidence of excellence in teaching and pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application including a strong teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and teaching evaluations, as well as strong letters of reference from referees of high standing. 

Additive Manufacturing The Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering, in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo, invites applications for exceptional scholars and researchers for a tenure track position in Additive Manufacturing (AM) at the rank of Assistant Professor. In the case of an exceptional candidate, an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor may be considered.

The Department of Statistical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Statistics with applications in the area of Biosciences. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020 or shortly thereafter.   We are interested in candidates with research interests in one or several of statistical genetics and genomics, electronic health records (EHR), population health, multi-omic analysis and methods and data integration, whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental strengths https://www.statistics.utoronto.ca/research .

The Department of Statistical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position in the area of Statistical Sciences. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream and will commence on July 1, 2020 or shortly thereafter.   Applicants must have at least a Masters degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or a related discipline by the time of appointment. A PhD in these areas by the time of the appointment, or shortly thereafter, is preferred. Candidates must also have experience teaching a variety of University level courses in Statistics including upper-year undergraduate courses for Statistics majors and those with a significant computational component; have experience in collaborating on data analysis with non-statisticians; and demonstrate commitment to pedagogical growth and professional development. We seek exceptional candidates who complement and strengthen our existing strengths in Statistical Sciences .

The Department of Statistical Sciences and the School of the Environment in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invite applications for a full-time (51% Statistical Sciences, 49% School of the Environment) tenure stream position in the area of statistical methods for environmental science. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020 or shortly thereafter.     We are interested in candidates who demonstrate excellence in teaching and research, with research interests in any area of data science related to climate and global environmental change, particularly environmental time series analysis; design and analysis of large-scale environmental monitoring data; design and interpolation with computer experiments; uncertainty quantification of complex mathematical models; decision analysis; estimation of causal relationships; network analysis; extreme value estimation; and remote sensing; and whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental strengths in Statistical Sciences  and The School of the Environment.

The Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure stream appointment in biomechanics or human movement control. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor and will begin on July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biomechanics, ergonomics, motor learning and control of human movement, rehabilitation sciences, engineering, or a closely related discipline, with a focus on research in biomechanics and/or human movement and with a demonstrated exceptional record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate program teaching on topics that employ biomechanical methods, and to increase opportunities for graduate students to conduct research in associated areas of scholarship. We seek candidates whose expertise facilitates research and teaching in one or more of the following fields:  biomechanics, ergonomics, kinesiology, human systems integration, or a closely related field. Applicants must have established and sustained over several years a record of research excellence at the international level, and will be expected to maintain and lead an outstanding, innovative, competitive, independent, and externally-funded research program at that level. Excellence in research will be demonstrated by a record of sustained and impactful contributions and publications in top ranked relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, distinguished awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements by referees of top international stature. Excellence in teaching and student mentorship in the undergraduate and graduate programs is expected, as evidenced by teaching accomplishments, strong letters of reference, and a teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (including a teaching statement, course syllabi, and teaching evaluations). Contributions to service through engagement on Department or Faculty committees will also be expected. KPE research strengths can be thematically grouped into the following four themes: optimizing performance; healthy sport and active living; global citizenry in sport and exercise; physical activity interactions with healthcare. We seek exceptional candidates who would complement our existing strengths (for KPE Faculty Members/Research Areas, please see https://kpe.utoronto.ca/faculty ) and expand upon existing collaborations with colleagues in the Faculty, university and the related research community.  Applicants will be assessed on the basis of these criteria, as they relate to each candidate’s area of inquiry. The selection process will be based on application materials, reference letters, and evidence of scholarship, as well as interviews, research seminar, and meetings with faculty and students for those who are shortlisted. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s largest and most research-intensive university, and the only Canadian university to be repeatedly among the top 25 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Located in and around Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse cities with a vibrant Indigenous community, the University of Toronto’s vibrant academic life is defined by the intellectual and cultural diversity in its community. The appointment is at the University of Toronto, St. George campus, which is a research-intensive institution with an interdisciplinary commitment, a multicultural student body, and a modern campus. The University offers the opportunity to conduct research, teach, and live in one of the most diverse cities of the world. The Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) at the University of Toronto has made major contributions to its mission of developing, advancing and disseminating knowledge about physical activity and health and its interactions through, education, research, leadership and the provision of opportunity. With a culturally diverse student body of more than 1000 undergraduate students and 100 graduate students, as well as 40 faculty members from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, ours is an intellectually rich and supportive community, guided by the highest standards of scholarship with a commitment to equity and social justice. The successful candidate will join an internationally recognized faculty whose commitments to equity and access are reflected in our research, education, policy and practice. In keeping with this commitment, particular attention will be given to candidates from under-represented groups. All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking on the link: https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1904160&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FToronto .  Application materials illustrating the points listed above must be submitted online and include: i) a detailed curriculum vitae, ii) a cover letter, ii) up to three sample publications, iii) a 3-5 page statement detailing research objectives and plans, as well as, iv) a teaching dossier that includes a statement of teaching interests and philosophy,  sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations. Applicants should list the names, organizational affiliation, and contact information of three referees.  Applicants must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead and signed) to dean.kpe@utoronto.ca by the closing date.  If you have questions about this position, please email dean.kpe@utoronto.ca . All application materials including reference letters must be received by November 7th, 2019, 23:59 h EST. Submission guidelines can be found at: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Information about the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education and its faculty members can be found at our home page: www.kpe.utoronto.ca . The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) at the University of Toronto invites applications for a tenure stream appointment in human biomechanics or movement control. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in biomechanics, ergonomics, motor learning and control of human movement, rehabilitation sciences, engineering, or a closely related discipline, with a focus on research in biomechanics and/or human movement, by the date of appointment, or shortly thereafter. Post-doctoral training is highly desirable, as is experience in human movement analysis and/or applied/clinical biomechanics. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and a commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentorship. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an original, competitive, and externally funded research program in the broad area of human biomechanics. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and graduate program teaching on the topic of biomechanics, and to increase opportunities for graduate students to conduct research in associated areas of scholarship. We seek candidates whose expertise facilitates research and teaching in one or more of the following fields:  biomechanics, ergonomics, kinesiology, human systems integration, or a closely related field. Evidence of research excellence can be demonstrated through publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, competitive scholarships, other research funding, or other forms of recognition that are appropriate for the field of inquiry, as well as the research statement and strong endorsements from referees of high standing. A commitment to excellent teaching and student mentorship in the undergraduate and graduate programs is expected, as evidenced by teaching accomplishments, strong letters of reference and a teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (to include a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations). Contributions to service through engagement on Faculty-related committees will also be expected. KPE research strengths can be thematically grouped into the following four themes: optimizing performance; healthy sport and active living; global citizenry in sport and exercise; physical activity interactions with healthcare. We seek exceptional candidates who would complement our existing strengths (for KPE Faculty Members/Research Areas, please see  https://kpe.utoronto.ca/faculty ) and expand upon existing collaborations with colleagues in the Faculty, university and the related research community.  Applicants will be assessed on the basis of these criteria, as they relate to each candidate’s area of inquiry. The selection process will be based on application materials, reference letters, and evidence of scholarship, as well as interviews, research seminar, and meetings with faculty and students for those who are shortlisted. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s largest and most research-intensive university, and the only Canadian university to be repeatedly among the top 25 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Located in and around Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse cities with a vibrant Indigenous community, the University of Toronto’s vibrant academic life is defined by the intellectual and cultural diversity in its community. The appointment is at the University of Toronto, St. George campus, which is a research-intensive institution with an interdisciplinary commitment, a multicultural student body, and a modern campus. The University offers the opportunity to conduct research, teach, and live in one of the most diverse cities of the world. The Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education (KPE) at the University of Toronto has made major contributions to its mission of developing, advancing and disseminating knowledge about physical activity and health and its interactions through, education, research, leadership and the provision of opportunity. With a culturally diverse student body of more than 1000 undergraduate students and 140 graduate students, as well as 40 faculty members from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, ours is an intellectually rich and supportive community, guided by the highest standards of scholarship with a commitment to equity and social justice. The successful candidate will join an internationally recognized faculty whose commitments to equity and access are reflected in our research, education, policy and practice. In keeping with this commitment, particular attention will be given to candidates from under-represented groups. All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking on the link https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1904156&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FToronto .  Application materials illustrating the points listed above must be submitted online and include: a detailed curriculum vitae, a cover letter, up to three sample publications, a 3-5 page statement detailing research objectives and plans, and a teaching dossier that includes a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations.   Applicants should list the names, organizational affiliation, and contact information of three referees. Applicants must also arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly by the referee via email (on letterhead and signed) to dean.kpe@utoronto.ca by the closing date.   If you have questions about this position, please email  dean.kpe@utoronto.ca . All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by November 7th, 2019, 23:59h EST. Submission guidelines can be found at:  http://uoft.me/how-to-apply . We recommend combining attached documents into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Information about the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education and its faculty members can be found at our home page:  www.kpe.utoronto.ca .   The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see  http://uoft.me/UP . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Department of Biological Sciences, University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the area of Zebrafish Biology . The appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. The successful candidate must use zebrafish to study fundamental biological questions using the latest technological approaches. We are particularly interested in candidates who will create synergies with existing zebrafish research within the department and will complement and deepen our existing departmental strengths. Research areas and technological approaches of the successful candidate may include, but are not limited to: - Developmental Neurobiology - Behavioral Neuroscience - CRISPR/Cas9 disease modeling - Use of genomic and transcriptomic approaches The successful candidate will be expected to conduct innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Applicants must have a record of excellence in research, as demonstrated by publications in top ranked and field-relevant academic journals, presentations at significant conference, awards and accolades for work in the field, an innovative research statement and strong endorsements by referees of high international standing. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level. A commitment to excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through the statement of teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments, and evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities documented in the submitted teaching materials. Documented teaching excellence may include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or conference posters or presentations, as well as strong letters of reference. The successful candidate is also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, demonstrated through the application materials. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Further information on the research and teaching activities of the department can be found at http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~biosci/ . The University of Toronto is an international leader in biological research and education and the Department of Biological Sciences enjoys strong ties to other units within the University. The successful candidate will cross appointed to the Graduate Department of Systems and Cell Biology at the University of Toronto ( http://csb.utoronto.ca/ ), and expected to maintain an active research program centered at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and to foster and facilitate inclusivity while working in one of Canada's most diverse institutions. At UTSC, the new faculty member will have access to several research facilities including state of the art molecular, cellular, neuroscience, and imaging tools in the Centre for the Neurobiology of Stress ( https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cns/ ) and the outstanding chemistry analytical capacity offered by the TRACES Lab (Teaching and Research in Analytical Chemical and Environmental Science - http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~traceslab/ ).   The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Department of Biological Sciences, University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the area of Invertebrate Behaviour Genetics. The appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will apply modern genetic approaches to fundamental questions in invertebrate behaviour, including, but not limited to, genomics/epigenomics of insect behaviour; evolution of behaviour; social evolution; behavioural ecology. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct innovative and independent research at the highest international level and to establish an outstanding, externally funded research program. Applicants must have a record of excellence in research, as demonstrated by publications in top ranked and field relevant academic journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades for work in the field, and strong endorsements by referees of high international standing. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level and to graduate student training and supervision. A commitment to excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through the statement of teaching philosophy, teaching accomplishments, and evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities documented in the teaching materials submitted as part of the application (including performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference posters or presentations), as well as strong letters of reference. The successful candidate is also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment demonstrated through the application materials. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Further information on the research and teaching activities of the department can be found at http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~biosci/ . The University of Toronto is an international leader in biological research and education and the Department of Biological Sciences enjoys strong ties to other units within the University. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the Graduate Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto ( http://eeb.utoronto.ca/ ), to maintain an active research program centered at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and to foster and facilitate inclusivity while working in one of Canada's most diverse institutions. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The Human Biology Program in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position in the area of Cellular and Molecular Biology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, with an expected start date of July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter. Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Cell and Molecular Biology or a related field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and strengthen the programs in the  Human Biology Program . Candidates must have teaching expertise in a degree granting program at the undergraduate level, including lecture preparation and delivery, development of innovative labs and course materials in molecular and cellular biology, and development of online materials/lectures. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent, novel, and impactful pedagogical methods and a demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities. Evidence of excellence in teaching and pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, grants, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application including a strong statement of teaching philosophy and pedagogical research interests, sample syllabi, course materials (lecture slides, lab manuals), teaching evaluations, and a demonstration of a commitment to collaboration or engagement with the broader community of teaching. Also required are strong letters of reference from referees of high standing highlighting excellence in teaching and long-term commitment to pedagogical inquiry and teaching innovation, particularly in the context of courses with large enrolments. The successful candidate will be expected to teach core courses, across a range of subjects within the molecular and cellular life sciences, with a focus on human biology. Responsibilities may include undergraduate teaching, managing and training teaching assistants, developing course materials including ongoing development of course laboratory exercises, and curriculum development. In addition, the successful candidate will have some responsibility for departmental administration and may have opportunities for student supervision, e.g. undergraduate research projects. The successful candidate must also possess strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues on our undergraduate courses and programs. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of Toronto is a leading academic institution with a diverse student population. The Human Biology Program is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program of the Faculty of Arts & Science, and has several participating instructors from various units across multiple divisions, including the Faculty of Medicine. The appointment will be held at the University of Toronto campus in downtown Toronto (St. George campus). Toronto is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, one of the most desirable in the world in which to work and live.

Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, York University The Department of Civil Engineering , York University, is seeking an outstanding candidate at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Geotechnical Engineering . The appointment will commence on July 1, 2020, subject to budgetary approval.  

The Department of Philosophy and the Department of Statistical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invite applications for a full-time tenure stream position held jointly in the Department of Philosophy (51%) and the Department of Statistical Sciences (49%) in the area of Philosophy and Statistics. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence July 1, 2020, or shortly thereafter.

The Department of Statistical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Data Science. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will commence on July 1, 2020 or shortly thereafter.   We are interested in candidates who demonstrate excellence in teaching and research, whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental research areas https://www.statistics.utoronto.ca/research .