Position Description
Institution: University of Toronto POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Geoscience focused on the history of the solid Earth and/or evolution of the cryosphere. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONSCandidates must have earned a Ph.D. degree in Earth Science, Geology or a related geoscience discipline by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching in Geoscience. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The proposed position would add to the existing departmental research performed within the Environmental Sciences Geoscience group. Specific areas of expertise can include:
We are especially interested in candidates with strong field-based research programs and a demonstrated ability to design and teach geological field camps appropriate to their teaching and research interests. Research ExcellenceCandidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated through:
Teaching ExcellenceEvidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (including the required materials outlined below, as well as evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities), and strong letters of reference. Other teaching-related activities can include:
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and CollegialityCandidates must also show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, as demonstrated through the application materials. RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. In addition, the successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load. They will:
HIRING SALARY RANGEThe expected salary range is $140,000 to $170,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. ABOUT USThe appointment is in the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences with full membership in the tri-campus Graduate Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences incorporating activity across all three campuses of the University of Toronto. At the University of Toronto Scarborough, the Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences is a multidisciplinary unit comprised of four primary groups:
For more information about the Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences, please visit http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/physsci/. For more information on working at the University of Toronto, please visit Working at the University of Toronto. APPLICATION PROCESSAll application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by 11:59 PM EST on November 23, 2026. All qualified candidates are invited to apply online through the university's application portal. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Required Application MaterialsApplicants must submit the following materials:
Reference LettersThe 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. Position InquiriesFor questions about this position, please contact: Rabia Nasir All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. DIVERSITY STATEMENTThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. 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. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENTThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
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