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Date Posted: 10/07/2025 Closing Date: 01/15/2026, 11:59PM ET Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing) Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Department: Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Description: 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. Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can 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. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by teaching accomplishments, and the teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations or other evidence of superior performance in teaching-related activities submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. 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. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto is committed to its vision statement: Through leading edge research and innovation, we integrate chemistry, biology and engineering to drive solutions to global challenges in energy, the environment and health. How to Apply All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. 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. Equity and Diversity Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic 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. The University of Toronto is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. 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. Accessibility If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr