Assistant Professor, Tenure Stream- Computer Science

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution located in Toronto is inviting applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position in Computer Science with a focus on research and teaching excellence. Candidates must hold a PhD and demonstrate significant contributions to the field. The role requires establishing an independent research program and teaching responsibilities at undergraduate and graduate levels. Competitive salary and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of contributions and publications in top-ranked journals or conferences.
• Teaching accomplishments and dossier including materials and evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative and independent research.
• Establish and maintain a competitive research program.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate program enrichment.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Independent research program development

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related area

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Computer Science in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for three (3) full‑time tenure‑stream positions. The appointments will be at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level; to establish an outstanding, competitive and externally funded independent research program; to contribute to the enrichment of both undergraduate and graduate programs in the department; and to participate in service and leadership within the academic community.

Qualifications

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Computer Science or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. They must demonstrate research excellence through a record of contributions and publications in top‑ranked and field‑relevant journals or conferences, forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, a submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements by referees of top international stature.

They must also demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels through teaching accomplishments and the teaching dossier, including a teaching statement (highlighting previous experience that can include leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, delivering conference presentations or posters, or experience as a teaching assistant or course instructor), sample course syllabi and materials, teaching evaluations, or other evidence of superior performance in teaching‑related activities.

Application Materials

Applicants must submit the following materials online through AcademicJobsOnline: a current curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a teaching dossier that includes supporting materials mentioned above; and three to five (3–5) recent reference letters (on letterhead, dated, and signed) uploaded to AcademicJobsOnline directly by the writers by the closing date.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and is competitive with our North American peers.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence. The University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence guides the values and commitment of the department. We seek applicants who share these values and demonstrate throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Deadline

December 15, 2025 is the last date for receiving applications.

Contact Information

For more information about the Department of Computer Science, see https://www.cs.toronto.edu. If you have any questions about the position, please contact [e-mail].

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly 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 have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

Accessibility Statement

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodation as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].