Assistant Professor of Statistical Sciences

University of Toronto

Institution: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Department: Computer and Mathematical Sciences
Affiliation: Canada Excellence Research Chair Network for Equity in Sustainability Transitions (CERC NEST)
Location: Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Job Type: Full-time, Tenure Stream (Continuing)
Rank: Assistant Professor
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Application Deadline: February 17, 2026
Contact: Weixuan Wang – weixuan.wang@utoronto.ca

Position Overview

  • Tenure-stream faculty position in Statistical Sciences, focusing on applied statistics, with strengths in spatial statistics and/or applied machine learning

  • Integrate statistics with knowledge co-production for urban sustainability transitions, equity, and socio-environmental challenges

  • Contribute to undergraduate and graduate curriculum, including teaching and student supervision

  • Establish an independent, externally funded research program

Required Qualifications

  • PhD in Statistics or related area (Computer Science, Data Science, Quantitative Social Science, Sociology, Economics, Epidemiology, etc.)

  • Strong research record with publications in top-ranked journals or forthcoming work meeting high international standards

  • Demonstrated teaching excellence, supported by teaching dossier, sample materials, evaluations, and reference letters

  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in teaching, research, and service

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent research aligned with CERC NEST goals

  • Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students

  • Contribute to tri-campus Graduate Department of Statistical Sciences activities

  • Engage in knowledge mobilization connecting statistics to community and policy applications

Salary & Benefits

  • Expected salary range: $150,000 – $190,000 CAD/year, negotiable for exceptional candidates

Application Requirements

  • Cover letter

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Research statement outlining current and future research aligned with CERC NEST

  • Recent writing sample (max 15 pages)

  • Teaching dossier including teaching statement, sample course materials, and evidence of teaching excellence

  • Three recent reference letters submitted directly via Academic Jobs Online

Application Portal: Academic Jobs Online

Additional Information

  • Canadians and permanent residents are given priority

  • UTSC emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility

  • Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities – contact: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

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