Assistant Professor of Biology

University of Toronto

Date Posted: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 09/30/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 48801
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (Continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
Department: Biology
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Position Description

The Department of Biology at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Cell Biology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

We welcome applications from outstanding candidates working in any area of contemporary cell biology, including, but not limited to:

  • Organelle biology
  • Cellular structure and dynamics
  • Membrane biology
  • Intracellular trafficking
  • Cell signaling
  • Cell proliferation and cell death
  • Stem cell biology
  • Host-pathogen interactions
  • Cellular mechanisms underlying diseases

This position offers an exceptional opportunity for researchers using innovative approaches to address fundamental questions in cell biology.

Requirements and Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Biology or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching in Cell Biology. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths while bringing new perspectives and expertise that expand the department’s research portfolio.

The successful candidate will use laboratory-based experimental systems and state-of-the-art methodologies to uncover the molecular and cellular mechanisms that govern cell function in health and disease. We are particularly interested in applicants who leverage a broad range of experimental models, including:

  • Cellular systems
  • Tissues
  • Organoids
  • Invertebrates
  • Microbes
  • Emerging model organisms

to reveal fundamental principles of cell biology and advance our understanding of disease.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence through:

  • Publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards.
  • A submitted research statement.
  • Presentations at significant conferences.
  • Awards and accolades.
  • Strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through:

  • Teaching accomplishments.
  • A teaching dossier (including the required materials outlined below).
  • Evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities.
  • Strong letters of reference.

Other teaching-related activities may include:

  • Performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor.
  • Experience leading successful workshops or seminars.
  • Student mentorship.
  • Excellent conference presentations or posters.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide outstanding mentorship and training to undergraduate and graduate students conducting wet-lab experimental research.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Pursue innovative and independent research.
  • Establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program in Cell Biology.
  • Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, including undergraduate courses in Cell Biology and related areas.
  • Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate trainees.
  • Contribute to departmental and university service.

Hiring Salary Range

The expected salary range is $145,000–$185,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

About Us

The Department of Biology at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) is home to a vibrant and inclusive community of researchers and educators working across a broad range of biological disciplines. The Department's research strengths include:

  • Cell and developmental biology
  • Genetics and genomics
  • Ecology and evolution
  • Behavioural neuroscience

UTM offers an outstanding environment for interdisciplinary collaboration and is an integral part of the University of Toronto's tri-campus research ecosystem. Faculty members participate in graduate education through appointments in the Department of Cell and Systems Biology (CSB) and/or the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. The successful candidate will hold a graduate appointment in the Department of Cell and Systems Biology, providing opportunities to supervise and mentor graduate students and to engage in a dynamic and collaborative research community.

At UTM we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviably diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with, teaching, or mentoring diverse groups or students.

Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials:

  • An ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline.
  • A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment.

Candidates must submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as:

  • Teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities.
  • Efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies.
  • Collaboration and engagement with underrepresented communities.
  • Mentoring students from underrepresented groups.

If you have questions about this statement, please contact Professor Hai-Ying Mary Cheng at haiying.cheng@utoronto.ca.

For more information on working at the University of Toronto, please visit the University website.

Application Process

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by September 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. Applicants must submit the following materials:

  • Cover letter.
  • Current curriculum vitae.
  • Research statement outlining current and future research interests.
  • Recent writing sample.
  • Teaching dossier, including:Equity, diversity, and inclusion statement as outlined above.
    • Teaching statement.
    • Sample course materials.
    • Teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities.
  • 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 of an application being submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. Submission guidelines and details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

Please note that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in the initial screening or assessment of applications; however, all final assessments and hiring decisions are made by the search committee members.

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

Contact

For questions about this position, please contact:

Maria Hussain
Email: maria.hussain@utoronto.ca

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