Research Associate

1 week ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada University of Toronto Full time $53,520 - $100,350

Date Posted: 11/12/2025

Req ID:45980

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Dept of Computer Science

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a 60% FTE Research Associate (Limited Term) for a 2-year appointment. The anticipated start date is in December 2025.

The Research Associate is intrinsically involved in the research project where they contribute, by way of their academic expertise, to the project as directed by the principal investigator. The Research Associate is expected to carry out research responsibilities with a high degree of independence.

The Research Associate will work at the intersection of human-computer interaction and natural language processing. Duties consist of engaging independently in research that will involve developing and running human-subject study protocols in relation to the area of social reading technology, i.e., Large Language Models that automatically generate narrative fiction, as well bringing subject matter expertise to work with undergraduate and graduate students in the pursuit of this research programme.

Applicants should apply online at the link below and include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and three reference names with their contact addresses and phone numbers. Any questions regarding this position should be directed to Professor Gerald Penn at

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education - PhD in Computer Science

Experience – Minimum 2 years of post-doctoral research experience with demonstrated academic and research expertise in social reading technology. 

Skills – Technical expertise in social reading technology, human-computer interaction, the design of human-subject protocols 

Additional skills required include project management, leadership and interpersonal skills to assist in the guidance and implementation of the research project that is comprised of a multi-disciplinary and international team of students and scholars.

Closing Date: 11/20/2025,11:59PM ET

Employee Group: Research Associate 

Appointment Type: Grant - Term 

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $53,520 - $100,350

Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching

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