Assistant Professor - Defence and Dual-use Technologies

Date Posted: 06/19/2026
Closing Date: 01/11/2027, 11:59PM ET, Open Until Filled
Req ID: 48643
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Faculty of Arts & Science: Office of the Dean
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The is a one-time initiative designed to support institutions in attracting internationally based Early Career Researchers to Canada. Emerging Leaders will receive research funding and institutional supports to advance transformative research in Canada’s , build partnerships across sectors and borders, and translate their research into applications and impacts that benefit Canadians and the world.

The Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position to advance transformational research projects that support the growth of the Canadian economy in the following strategic priority area:

• Defence and dual-use technologies

The nominee’s research area must demonstrably align with this category. Awards are valued at $100K per year over six years, with the possibility of extension for another six years.

The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

Emerging Leaders Awards are intended for exceptional emerging scholars. Candidates must be within five years (minus eligible delays) of the start date of their first research-related appointment, defined as an appointment where the individual has the autonomy to conduct research independently. All eligible delays in research (e.g., maternity, parental, medical, bereavement) are credited as twice the amount of time taken. Professional leaves (e.g., training, sabbatical, administrative) are not credited as eligible leaves.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
The University of Toronto requires that candidates must have a Ph.D with a research focus relevant to defence and/or dual-use technologies, and with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will have established an independent program of research, with potential for impact through collaborations with, but not limited to, the Distinguished Canada Impact+ Research Chair in Planetary and Molecular Sensing Technologies, and to generate translation and impacts.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence of an internationally competitive calibre, commensurate with their career stage, as demonstrated by a record of contributions or publications in leading journals in the field or a research pipeline that is at high international levels, presentations at significant conferences, accolades or awards, and strong endorsements by referees of high standing.

Evidence of excellence in teaching is required and is demonstrated by the teaching dossier, including a statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations and sample course material, teaching accomplishments and strong endorsements from referees.

We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. Applicants are encouraged to review the research and teaching profiles of current faculty members. Please visit our home page: Faculty of Arts & Science, .

RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to mount an innovative, competitive and independently funded research program that is transformational, translational and garners partners.

The successful candidate will undertake undergraduate and graduate teaching responsibilities in the Faculty of Arts & Science.

ABOUT US
The successful candidate will join a vibrant intellectual community of world-class scholars at Canada’s leading university. The University of Toronto offers a wide range of opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research and teaching, the excitement of working with a highly diverse student population and actively encourages innovative scholarship. The Greater Toronto Area offers amazing cultural and demographic diversity and one of the highest standards of living in the world.

HIRING SALARY RANGE
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The expected salary range is $140,000 - $190,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin January 11, 2027 and applicants should endeavor to have all application materials, including recent reference letters, submitted by then; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

To be considered for this position, all application materials must be submitted online at the link below. 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.