Associate Professor - Aging, Senescence, and Tissue Regeneration

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

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Toronto invites applications for a full-time Associate Professor position focusing on aging and tissue regeneration. Applicants should hold a PhD and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching. The role includes developing a research program, mentoring students, and collaborating within a large biomedical research community. Competitive salary and significant support are provided.

Benefits

Institutional support for research

Access to a large biomedical research community

Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Record of excellence in research and teaching.
• Strong alignment with molecular genetics or biogerontology.
• Evidence of research excellence and teaching qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an innovative research program.
• Mentor and teach at graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Establish an externally funded research program.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching qualifications

Expertise in aging and regeneration

Collaboration skills

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

CRISPR screens

Single-cell omics

Spatial transcriptomics

Job description

Overview

Date Posted: 09/22/2025
Closing Date: 11/24/2025, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 44701
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department: Terrence Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

The Terrence Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research (Donnelly Centre) and the Department of Biochemistry, in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, invite applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of aging, cellular senescence and/or tissue regeneration. This will be a joint appointment between the Donnelly Centre (51%) and the Department of Biochemistry (49%) at the rank of Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an innovative, independent research program focused on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of aging and senescence, with applications to tissue regeneration, age-related diseases, or longevity.
• Collaborate within the Donnelly Centre and the Department of Biochemistry; contribute to interdisciplinary research and technology development.
• Provide mentorship and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels as part of a joint appointment.
• Establish and sustain an externally funded research program and international reputation.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with a record of excellence in research and teaching.
• Expertise in cutting-edge approaches such as genetic/epigenetic analysis of aging, regenerative biology using organoids or model systems, senescence-targeted therapeutics, or high-dimensional genomic techniques (e.g., single-cell omics, spatial transcriptomics, CRISPR screens, live-cell imaging).
• Strong alignment with molecular genetics, regenerative medicine, systems biology, or biogerontology preferred.
• Evidence of research excellence and strong teaching qualifications, including letters of reference and a robust teaching dossier.

Appointment and Space

The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor with a joint appointment (51% Donnelly Centre, 49% Department of Biochemistry) and will receive institutional support to establish the program. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Research space will be provided in the Donnelly Centre, with an academic appointment in the Department of Biochemistry dating back to 1907 and involving extensive collaboration within a large biomedical research community.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter
• A one-page summary including education/training history and a 350-word abstract of the research plan
• A current curriculum vitae highlighting up to five major contributions
• A detailed research statement (three pages, excluding references)
• A teaching dossier including a one-page teaching philosophy and interests, teaching accomplishments, sample course materials, and evaluations

Each section should start on a new page with a header including the candidate’s name and section title. Applicants must provide the names and contact information for three references. The recruiting tool will solicit reference letters automatically within 48 hours of submission; referees should submit letters on letterhead, dated and signed by the closing date. Guidance is available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines: See http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Upload CV and cover letter in the dedicated fields and combine remaining materials in one or two PDFs or Word files. For questions, contact [e-mail].

Application deadline: All materials must be received by November 24, 2025.

Additional Information

For more information about the Donnelly Centre, visit: https://thedonnellycentre.utoronto.ca

The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia; applicants should review requirements. Diversity statements and related information are part of the application process. The University supports equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applicants from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people with diverse sexual and gender identities.

Accessibility and accommodation: The University is committed to accessibility and can provide accommodations on request. If you require accommodations during the process, please contact [e-mail].