Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Advanced Manufacturing & Automation

Date Posted: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 12/07/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 50204
Job Category: Faculty - Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering (MIE) in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position in Advanced Manufacturing & Automation. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants are required to have earned a Ph.D. in Engineering or a related field by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. Alternatively, applicants are required to have (i) at least a graduate degree in Engineering or a related field, with (ii) at least five years of industry and professional experience. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching.

We seek candidates with expertise suitable to teach courses in robotics and mechatronics, embedded and/or power systems, and/or advanced manufacturing and automation, and whose teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will teach introductory and advanced courses in these areas to undergraduate and graduate students in MIE and beyond. Registration as a Professional Engineer, or eligibility for registration, is preferred.

Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, development of online material/lectures, and experience or interest in curriculum development. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to pedagogical inquiry and a demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities.

Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to pedagogical inquiry can be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, publications, presentations at relevant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), and strong letters of reference.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The salary range is $125,000 to $160,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

ABOUT US

Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada's largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. UofT's distinguished faculty, institutional record of ground-breaking scholarship and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world. The Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering at the University of Toronto is home to the top mechanical and industrial engineering programs in Canada. We aim to foster a welcoming world-class environment that excels at teaching, learning and research.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by December 7th, 2026.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Applicants must submit the following materials:

• a cover letter;
• a current curriculum vitae;
• a complete teaching dossier, including
• a teaching statement,
• sample syllabi and course materials, and
• teaching evaluations; and
• the name and contact information of three references. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching.

The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours of an application being submitted. Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that references submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. Submission guidelines and details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Prof. Markus Bussmann at [email protected].

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

Indigenous Substantiation
The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for those candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information regarding the University's Indigenous Substantiation Process, please refer to: Indigenous Substantiation Website.

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.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University 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.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].