Associate Professor of Philosophy

University of Toronto

School/Department: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law & Department of Philosophy (joint appointment)
Location: St. George Campus, Downtown Toronto
Posting Date: December 2, 2025
Deadline to Apply: January 5, 2026
Rank: Associate Professor, Tenure-stream
Start Date: July 1, 2026

Position Overview

The University of Toronto seeks an outstanding scholar for a joint appointment (51% Law, 49% Philosophy) in Law and Philosophy. The candidate will:

  • Engage in teaching and research that complements the specialties of the Jackman Faculty of Law and the Department of Philosophy.

  • Focus on areas including:

    • Criminal Law

    • Philosophy of Law

    • Political Philosophy

    • Philosophy of Race

  • Contribute to interdisciplinary approaches to law and philosophy.

  • Maintain an externally funded, internationally recognized research program.

Qualifications

Candidates must:

  • Hold a J.D. or equivalent law degree and a Ph.D. in Philosophy.

  • Demonstrate research excellence with a record of high-impact publications, conference presentations, awards, and strong reference letters.

  • Demonstrate teaching excellence, evidenced through:

    • Teaching dossier, course materials, teaching evaluations

    • Strong letters of reference

    • Campus presentation if invited

Other Requirements:

  • Established international reputation in law and philosophy

  • Ability to lead innovative, independent research programs

  • Commitment to interdisciplinary and diverse approaches to scholarship

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit online by January 5, 2026. Required documents include:

  1. Cover letter

  2. Curriculum vitae

  3. Research statement (current and future research interests)

  4. Copies of all law and graduate transcripts

  5. Two recent publications

  6. Teaching dossier (statement, sample course materials, teaching evaluations)

  7. Names and contact information of three referees

Reference letters are collected automatically by the University’s recruiting tool. Applicants must ensure submission by the closing date.

Submission portal and guidelines: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply
Recruitment contact: recruitment.law@utoronto.ca

Salary & Rank

  • Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

  • Associate Professor rank, tenure-stream.

Diversity and Accessibility

  • U of T encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.

  • Applicants are invited to complete a voluntary Diversity Survey (http://uoft.me/UP).

  • Accessibility accommodations available: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

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