Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor - Process Intensification Date Posted: 10/07/2025Closing Date: 01/15/ :59 PM ETReq ID: 45128Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & EngineeringDepartment: Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied ChemistryCampus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Process Intensification. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure stream with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field by the time of appointment, must hold a baccalaureate degree in Chemical Engineering or an equivalent discipline, and must demonstrate a record of excellence in both research and teaching. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths in areas such as catalysis, thermodynamics, advanced separations, integrated chemical process design and optimization, scaling and modularizing chemical processes, and novel energy inputs, with applications in industrial decarbonization, CO2 capture and conversion, energy efficient processes, the circular economy, and water recovery. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program, and teach in the chemical engineering curriculum at the undergraduate and post-graduate level. We will prioritize candidates who demonstrate the ability to sustain and lead innovative research that will advance the global frontiers of knowledge, rather than only their specialization area. Collaborative and inter-disciplinary research and collegial interaction will be important elements in success. Eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in Ontario is a requirement. Research Excellence Evidence of research excellence will be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees. Teaching Excellence Evidence of teaching excellence will be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments, a teaching dossier including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or other evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities. Other teaching-related activities can include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters. Application Materials Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; a recent writing sample; a teaching dossier including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities; and an EDI statement. Deadline All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by 11:59 PM EST, January 15, 2026. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. Applicants are required to submit an EDI statement demonstrating their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment. 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) and strives to make recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact Salary Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Contact For more information on the position or if you have any questions, contact #J-18808-Ljbffr