Assistant Professor - Virology

Overview

Date Posted: 01/15/2026

Closing Date: 03/16/2026, 11:59 PM ET

Req ID: 45946

Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)

Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine

Department: Dept of Molecular Genetics

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

The Department of Molecular Genetics at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto (St. George campus), invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of Virology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an innovative, competitive, independently funded research program in the broadly defined area of molecular virology.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching on the St. George campus; provide evidence of teaching excellence through a teaching dossier and endorsements by referees.
• Engage with the Emerging and Pandemic Infections Consortium (EPIC) and leverage state-of-the-art biosafety Level 3 facilities as appropriate.
• Collaborate with departmental strengths and contribute to the scholarly and educational missions of the Department of Molecular Genetics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Virology/Microbiology/Molecular Biology or a related discipline at the time of appointment; demonstrated record of research and teaching excellence.
• Relevant postdoctoral experience or equivalent is expected.
• Evidence of internationally competitive research in molecular virology or related area, demonstrated by publications in leading journals, significant conference presentations, a strong research statement, awards, and endorsements by senior referees.

Salary

The expected salary range is $125,000–$155,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

About the Department

The successful candidate will join a vibrant intellectual community of world-class scholars at Canada’s leading university. The Department of Molecular Genetics holds a leadership position in Canada and internationally as a premier venue for biomedical and life sciences research and education. The department’s teaching and research span areas including Cellular and Molecular Structure and Function; Computational and Systems Biology; Functional Genomics and Proteomics; Genetic Models of Development and Disease; Molecular Medicine and Human Genetics; and Molecular Microbiology and Infectious Disease. The Department offers research-intensive graduate programs, professional programs in Medical Genomics and Genetic Counselling, and undergraduate programs in Genetics and Microbiology.

For more information on the Department of Molecular Genetics, visit the University’s website. The Department is located at 1 King’s College Circle, MSB 4396, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 1A8 CANADA.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by submitting:

• A cover letter
• A current curriculum vitae
• A research statement outlining current and future research interests
• A teaching dossier (including a teaching statement and any of the following: sample course materials, teaching evaluations, or other evidence of teaching excellence). Teaching-related activities can include teaching assistant or course instructor experience, workshop/seminar leadership, student mentorship, or excellence in conference presentations or posters.

Applicants must provide the names and contact information of three referees. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will solicit letters of reference automatically within 48 hours after submission. Applicants are responsible for ensuring referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. More details are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines can be found at the application site. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Combine additional materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have questions about this position, please contact Yvonne Kenny at the department.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by March 16, 2026.

Diversity and Accessibility

Diversity Statement: The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging. We 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 demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accessibility Statement: The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and to increase diversity among its members. We are committed to accessibility and providing accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed at any point during the process, please contact the university.

As part of the application, you may be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary and confidential. More information is available in the candidate FAQ.