Chair of Depertment of Physics
Ryerson University
Canada

Department: Physics, Faculty of Science (FOS)
Location: Toronto Metropolitan University, Downtown Toronto
Posting Date: November 28, 2025
Deadline to Apply: January 28, 2026, 11:59 p.m.
Rank: Associate Professor or Professor (tenure-track)
Start Date: July 1, 2027 (subject to successful CRC nomination and budget approval)

Position Overview

TMU invites applications for a world-class researcher in AI-driven Medical Imaging to hold a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair. The role combines research, teaching, and service, with a focus on:

• Leading an independent, internationally recognized research program in AI-driven medical imaging.

• Mentoring and supervising graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees.

• Engaging in interdisciplinary collaborations with hospitals and research centers in Toronto, including St. Michael’s Hospital and TMU’s School of Medicine.

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in physics or medical physics.

• Contributing to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in research, teaching, and mentorship.

TMU offers a research ecosystem with over $22M in recent investments, access to clinical and biomedical facilities, and collaboration with the Greater Toronto research hospital cluster.

Qualifications

Candidates must:

• Hold a PhD or terminal degree in Medical Physics, Physics, or a related discipline.

• Be a full professor, or an associate professor expected to be promoted to full professor within 1–2 years, or have equivalent qualifications outside academia.

• Be recognized internationally as a leader in their field.

• Have an outstanding record in research, including publications, patents, grants, and collaborative projects.

• Demonstrate ability to attract and mentor diverse students and postdoctoral fellows.

• Develop an original, innovative research program of the highest quality.

• Show commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), including mentoring and creating an inclusive research environment.

• Be capable of teaching students with diverse backgrounds and experiences in Physics and Medical Physics.

Canada Research Chair Tier 1 Highlights

• Tier 1 CRC is tenable for 7 years, renewable once.

• Eligible for infrastructure support via the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s John R. Evans Leaders Fund.

• Supports TMU’s strategic priorities in Health and Wellbeing and Transformative Technology.

• Tier 1 Chairs are expected to have world-class impact in their research domain and contribute to Canadian innovation, societal benefit, and research leadership.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal by January 28, 2026. Required documents include:

1. Letter of application (include interest in the position, impact of research, contributions as researcher/educator/community member, tenure status).

2. Curriculum vitae (CV) detailing scholarly and professional development.

3. Research statement (up to 3 pages) & CRC research proposal (up to 3 pages).

4. Recent examples of research activities/outcomes.

5. Teaching statement (up to 3 pages) with evidence of inclusive pedagogy and EDI practices.

6. Names and contact information of three academic referees.

7. Statement of commitment to EDI in mentorship and research environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

TMU encourages applications from equity-deserving groups, including:

• Women, racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, Black individuals, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.
  TMU recognizes diverse career paths, including career interruptions, and evaluates all applications equitably.

Salary & Rank

• Associate Professor minimum: $131,194.32 per annum

• Full Professor minimum: $150,029.14 per annum

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

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