Associate Professor of Law

University of Toronto

Date Posted: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: 09/15/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 48760
Job Category: Faculty – Tenure Stream (Continuing)
Faculty/Division: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law
Department: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Business Law.

The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must hold a JD or equivalent degree.

A doctoral degree, earned by the time of the appointment or shortly thereafter, is preferred.

Candidates must have a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.

We seek candidates with research and teaching expertise in the area of Business Law, including but not limited to:

  • Corporate Law
  • Corporate Governance
  • Securities Law

The successful candidate’s research should be interdisciplinary and draw on one or more of the following disciplines:

  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Management
  • Political Science
  • Philosophy
  • Data Science

The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to produce scholarship that is not confined primarily to the law of a single jurisdiction.

Jurisdiction-specific expertise is valued where it is used to test, refine, or develop broader conceptual, comparative, institutional, or policy arguments.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence, demonstrated by:

  • A record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals.
  • The submitted research statement.
  • Presentations at significant conferences.
  • Awards and accolades.
  • Other noteworthy activities contributing to the visibility and prominence of the discipline.
  • Strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through:

  • Teaching accomplishments.
  • The teaching dossier (including the required materials listed below).
  • Strong letters of reference.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Candidates will be expected to:

  • Sustain and lead innovative and independent research.
  • Maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
  • Undertake assigned teaching responsibilities.
  • Undertake assigned service responsibilities.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The upper end of the salary range exceeds CAD $200,000 per year.

ABOUT THE FACULTY

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law is one of the oldest professional faculties at the University of Toronto and is recognized as one of the world's leading law schools.

The Faculty offers opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research and teaching, while providing the opportunity to work with a diverse student population.

Jackman Law’s academic programs are complemented by numerous legal clinics and public interest programs.

The Faculty is housed in the modern Jackman Law Building alongside the historic Flavelle House and Falconer Hall on the St. George Campus in downtown Toronto.

As Canada's economic and intellectual hub, Toronto provides access to policymakers and decision-makers at all levels while offering a vibrant, cosmopolitan, and safe environment.

For more information about working at the University of Toronto, visit:

https://www.utoronto.ca/research-innovation/working-at-uoft

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application deadline: September 15, 2026

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

  • Cover letter.
  • Current curriculum vitae (CV).
  • Research statement outlining current and future research interests.
  • Two recent publications.
  • Teaching dossier, including:Copies of all law and graduate transcripts.
    • Teaching statement.
    • Sample course materials.
    • Teaching evaluations.
  • Name and contact information of three references.

The Faculty will request letters of recommendation from references at a later stage of the search process.

For questions about this position, please contact:

Michelle Rosenstock
Executive Director, Office of the Dean
Email: michelle.rosenstock@utoronto.ca

The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, including the requirement that applicants release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct.

Please note that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used during the initial screening or assessment of applications. All final assessments and hiring decisions will be made by members of the search committee.

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

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases its capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of its global community.

The University strongly encourages applications from:

  • Indigenous Peoples.
  • Black and racialized persons.
  • Women.
  • Persons with disabilities.
  • People of diverse sexual and gender identities.

The University values applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognizes that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening its academic mission.

As part of the application, candidates will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey.

Participation in the survey is voluntary.

Any information directly related to applicants is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated solely for institutional planning purposes.

For more information, please see:

http://uoft.me/UP

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members.

Its values regarding equity and diversity are closely linked with its commitment to excellence in research and education.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Recruitment, assessment, and selection processes are designed to be as accessible as possible, and accommodations will be provided where required.

If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or hiring process, please contact:

Email: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

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