Assistant Professor - Medicinal/Biological Chemistry or Chemical Biology (Impact+ Emerging Leader)

Date Posted: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/05/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 49277
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Mississauga
Department: Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

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 Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences in conjunction with the Centre for Medicinal Chemistry (CMC), at the University of Toronto Mississauga campus, 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:

• Health, including biotechnology

The nominee’s research area must demonstrably align with this category and the Centre for Medicinal Chemistry. 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 in Medicinal, Organic or Biological Chemistry, or related fields, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching, and specialize in Medicinal/Biological Chemistry or Chemical Biology. The successful candidate will have established an independent program of research, with potential for impact through collaborations with, but not limited to, the Impact+ Research Chair in Chemical Biology, 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 and whose activities align with those of the Centre for Medicinal Chemistry. Applicants are encouraged to review the research and teaching profiles of current faculty members. Please visit our home page(s): Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, and Centre for Medicinal Chemistry,.

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 responsibilities in the Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences and graduate teaching responsibilities in the Department of Chemistry.

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.

They will serve as a core member of the Center for Medicinal Chemistry (CMC) at UTM. The CMC is set to become a focal point for drug discovery in Canada. Designed as an interdisciplinary hub, the CMC aims to accelerate the pharmaceutical industry in Canada by opening new frontiers in the treatment of aggressive and currently untreatable diseases, training the next generation of researchers, generating new intellectual property, and attracting capital for technology and talent.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The expected salary range is $145,000 - $175,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by Monday, October 5, 2026. 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.