Assistant Professor Artificial Intelligence in Psychological Science

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution located in Toronto is seeking an Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence in Psychological Science. This full-time position includes innovative research, undergraduate and graduate teaching, and a focus on integrating psychology with advancements in AI. Candidates should possess a PhD and a strong record in research and teaching. The role offers a supportive academic environment with expectations for service and mentorship activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.
• Publications in top-ranked journals and strong letters of reference.
• Experience in teaching statistics at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Pursue innovative research and establish a competitive funded program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Engage in interdisciplinary research and teaching.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching experience

Computational modeling

Education

PhD in Psychology or related area

Job description

Overview

Assistant Professor - Artificial Intelligence in Psychological Science at the University of Toronto. Full-time tenure stream faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. Location: St. George (Downtown Toronto), Dept. of Psychology, Faculty of Arts & Science.

Date Posted: 09/03/2025
Closing Date: 10/15/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 43537

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research and establish an outstanding, competitive, externally funded research program. The role includes undergraduate and graduate teaching responsibilities on the University’s downtown campus, collaboration within a vibrant community of scholars, and engagement in interdisciplinary research and teaching. The candidate should be prepared to contribute to the Department of Psychology’s strengths in areas including developmental psychology; perception, cognition, and cognitive neuroscience; social and personality psychology; and behavioral neuroscience. Teaching may cover statistics and quantitative methods at undergraduate and/or graduate levels, and candidates with expertise in computational/quantitative modeling are especially welcome. The successful candidate will be encouraged to apply high standards of scholarly integrity and to participate in service and mentorship activities as part of a thriving academic department.

Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a PhD in Psychology or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Evidence of research excellence may include publications in top-ranked journals, forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, conference presentations, awards, and strong letters of reference. Expertise in integrating psychology with advances in AI is preferred, including potential focus areas such as AI applications in big data analysis, brain and thought process modeling, human–machine interaction, or trust in generative AI content. Experience in computational/quantitative modeling and teaching statistics at the undergraduate and/or graduate level is especially welcome. Applicants should review current faculty profiles and indicate in the cover letter which of the listed research directions their work aligns with.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, a teaching dossier (teaching statement, sample course materials, teaching evaluations or equivalent evidence), and strong letters of reference. Other teaching-related activities such as mentoring, workshops, or conference presentations are also considered relevant.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by the specified link. Materials required include a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, a research statement outlining current and future interests, a recent writing sample, and a teaching dossier with a teaching statement, sample materials, and evaluations. Three references must be provided, and referees will be contacted automatically by the University of Toronto’s recruiting tool after submission. Submission guidelines and timelines are available in the candidate FAQ.

Applicants should visit the Department of Psychology website at the home page: www.psych.utoronto.ca. The University may request additional documents as needed during the review process.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by October 15, 2025. Canadians and permanent residents may be given priority in the recruitment process.

Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility

Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces diversity and fosters a culture of belonging. Applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities are strongly encouraged. The application should reflect a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accessibility Statement The University is committed to accessibility and provides accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. The University also collects a voluntary Diversity Survey. For more information, see the provided links in the original posting.

For accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].