Date Posted: 04/29/2026 Closing Date: 06/04/2026, 11:59 PM ET Req ID: 47874 Job Category: Faculty - Contractually Limited Term Appointment Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science Department: Department of Philosophy Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Existing Vacancy: Yes Description The Department of Philosophy at University of Toronto invites applications for a one-year full-time contractually limited term appointment (CLTA) in Logic. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026, and an end date of July 31, 2027. Qualifications Applicants must have: A PhD degree in Philosophy or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching The Department seeks candidates who are able to: Teach introductory classes in logic Complement and enhance existing departmental strengths through their teaching interests Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including: Lecture preparation and delivery Curriculum development Development of online material and lectures Additionally, candidates must demonstrate: Commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry Interest in teaching-related scholarly activities Evidence of Teaching Excellence Evidence of excellence in teaching and commitment to pedagogical inquiry may be demonstrated through: Teaching accomplishments Awards and accolades Presentations at significant conferences Teaching dossier materials Strong letters of reference Application materials should also demonstrate: Excellent expository skills Organizational skills Interpersonal skills Expertise in a relevant area of Philosophy Salary The salary range is $110,000 to $135,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. About the University University of Toronto has three campuses: St. George Scarborough Mississauga Each campus has its own undergraduate programs. The advertised position is located on the St. George (downtown) Campus. The University is an international leader in research and education in Philosophy. For more information about the Department of Philosophy: University of Toronto Department of Philosophy Application Information All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. Applicants must submit: Cover letter Current curriculum vitae (CV) Recent writing sample Complete teaching dossier including: Teaching statement Sample syllabi and course materials Teaching evaluations Applicants must also provide the names and contact information of at least three referees. The University’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from referees within 48 hours after an application is submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit: Recent letters On official letterhead Dated and signed by the closing date. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching. More information regarding reference collection timelines is available in the candidate FAQ. Submission Guidelines Submission guidelines are available here: University of Toronto Application Guidelines Applicants should: Upload CV and cover letter into the dedicated fields Combine additional materials into one or two PDF files Questions regarding the position may be directed to: Email: search.philosophy@utoronto.ca Contact: Rose Antonopoulos All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by June 4, 2026. Additional Information All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Diversity Statement 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. Applications are strongly encouraged 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 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, applicants will be asked to complete a brief voluntary Diversity Survey. More information is available here: University of Toronto Diversity Survey Information Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its members. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and aims to make recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible. If accommodations are required at any point during the application and hiring process, applicants may contact: Email: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Date Posted: 04/29/2026
Closing Date: 06/04/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 47874
Job Category: Faculty - Contractually Limited Term Appointment
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Philosophy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

The Department of Philosophy at University of Toronto invites applications for a one-year full-time contractually limited term appointment (CLTA) in Logic.

The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026, and an end date of July 31, 2027.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

A PhD degree in Philosophy or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter
A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching

The Department seeks candidates who are able to:

Teach introductory classes in logic
Complement and enhance existing departmental strengths through their teaching interests

Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including:

Lecture preparation and delivery
Curriculum development
Development of online material and lectures

Additionally, candidates must demonstrate:

Commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry
Interest in teaching-related scholarly activities

Evidence of Teaching Excellence

Evidence of excellence in teaching and commitment to pedagogical inquiry may be demonstrated through:

Teaching accomplishments
Awards and accolades
Presentations at significant conferences
Teaching dossier materials
Strong letters of reference

Application materials should also demonstrate:

Excellent expository skills
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills
Expertise in a relevant area of Philosophy

Salary

The salary range is $110,000 to $135,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience.

Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

About the University

University of Toronto has three campuses:

St. George
Scarborough
Mississauga

Each campus has its own undergraduate programs.

The advertised position is located on the St. George (downtown) Campus.

The University is an international leader in research and education in Philosophy.

For more information about the Department of Philosophy:

University of Toronto Department of Philosophy

Application Information

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online.

Applicants must submit:

Cover letter
Current curriculum vitae (CV)
Recent writing sample
Complete teaching dossier including:
- Teaching statement
- Sample syllabi and course materials
- Teaching evaluations

Applicants must also provide the names and contact information of at least three referees.

The University’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from referees within 48 hours after an application is submitted.

Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit:

Recent letters
On official letterhead
Dated and signed

by the closing date.

At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching.

More information regarding reference collection timelines is available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission Guidelines

Submission guidelines are available here:

University of Toronto Application Guidelines

Applicants should:

Upload CV and cover letter into the dedicated fields
Combine additional materials into one or two PDF files

Questions regarding the position may be directed to:

Email: search.philosophy@utoronto.ca

Contact: Rose Antonopoulos

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by June 4, 2026.

Additional Information

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

Diversity Statement

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.

Applications are strongly encouraged 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 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, applicants will be asked to complete a brief voluntary Diversity Survey.

More information is available here:

University of Toronto Diversity Survey Information

Accessibility Statement

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

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and aims to make recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible.

If accommodations are required at any point during the application and hiring process, applicants may contact:

Email: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca