Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering

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

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Toronto is seeking an Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering. This full-time tenure-stream position focuses on operations research, requiring a PhD and a strong record in research and teaching. The successful candidate will develop an independent research program and contribute to a collegial academic environment. Applications are open until January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.
• Evidence of research through publications and conference presentations.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and lead an innovative, independent research program.
• Develop a competitive research portfolio with external funding.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Leadership in the academic community

Education

PhD in Industrial Engineering or related field

Undergraduate engineering degree

Job description

Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering

University of Toronto

Canada

Date Posted: 11/18/2025
Closing Date: 01/05/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 45132
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description

The Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑stream position in operations research. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Applicants must have earned a PhD in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related area and must have a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Desired candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead an innovative, independent research program while maintaining an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded portfolio. Preference will be given to candidates with an undergraduate engineering degree who are eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer.

Evidence of research excellence should be provided through a research statement, publications in top-ranked and field‑relevant journals and conferences, awards, leadership in the academic community, editorships, and other notable activities. Evidence of teaching excellence should be supplied via a teaching dossier that includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Established in 1827 and located in vibrant downtown Toronto, the University of Toronto is Canada’s largest university and a global leader in research and teaching. Its Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering and the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering are among the top programs in Canada. We aim to foster a collegial, world‑class environment that excels in research, teaching, and learning.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, a research statement outlining current and future interests, and a teaching dossier that includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations. Name and contact information for three referees must also be provided. The university’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit letters of reference; applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent, signed letters on letterhead by the closing date.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by January 5 2026.

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

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. Applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion will be valued. As part of the application, a brief Diversity Survey will be completed voluntarily; results will be confidential and aggregated for institutional planning.

Accessibility Statement

The University is committed to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and to making recruitment, assessment, and selection processes accessible. Applicants who require accommodations may contact [e-mail] at any point during the application and hiring process.

In your application, please refer to Polytechnicpositions.com.