Date Posted: 10/06/2026Closing Date: 11/16/2026, 11:59PM ETReq ID: 50066Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream continuingFaculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & ScienceDepartment: Dept of ChemistryCampus: St. George Downtown TorontoExisting Vacancy: Yes POSITION DESCRIPTION The Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Experimental Physical Chemistry. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. This position is being advertised concurrently with the Associate Professor/Professor - Experimental Physical Chemistry Req 50083 position; however, only one appointment will be made. To be considered for this role and/or Associate Professor/Professor - Experimental Physical Chemistry Req 50083, you must submit a separate application for each posting. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in the field of Physical Chemistry or an allied field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching in Experimental Physical Chemistry. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated through a record of publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals or forthcoming publications that meet high international standards; the submitted research statement; presentations at significant conferences; awards and accolades; and strong endorsements from referees. Evidence 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 performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters. RESPONSIBILITIES The 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. HIRING SALARY RANGE The expected salary range is $130,000 to $160,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates. ABOUT US One of the world's leading chemistry departments, the University of Toronto's Department of Chemistry is home to cutting-edge research and education. Established in 1859, our department takes pride in its teaching excellence, advanced research facilities and its development of distinguished scientists in the past and
