The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of
Toronto invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the
field of ecology and evolution of disease. This appointment will be at
the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 1,
2017. We seek a candidate who conducts conceptually driven research,
using either empirical or theoretical approaches to study issues related
to ecology and evolution of disease. We seek applications from
candidates whose research program fits with the research programs of the
highly collaborative faculty currently in the department. The appointee
will be expected to build an active, externally funded and
internationally recognized research program. The successful candidate
will demonstrate excellence in teaching and contributions to the
education and training of undergraduate and graduate students. Evidence
of demonstrated excellence in research and teaching should be documented
through the applicant's CV, publications, research and teaching
statements, letters of reference and where appropriate, course
evaluations. The successful applicant will have a PhD by July 1, 2017 or
soon thereafter, with an outstanding academic record. Salary to be
commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University of
Toronto is a leading academic institution with over 60 faculty members
specializing in ecology and evolution. Strong links exist between the
Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and the Royal Ontario
Museum, the Centre for Global Change, Dalla Lana School of Public
Health, the University network of leading academic research hospitals
(www.uhn.ca, sunnybrook.ca/) and the School of the Environment. The
University owns a nearby field station dedicated to ecological research
(the Koffler Scientific Reserve; www.ksr.utoronto.ca). Toronto is a
vibrant and cosmopolitan city, one of the most desirable in the world in
which to work and live. All qualified candidates are invited to apply at
https://utoronto.taleo.net/careersection/10050/jobdetail.ftl?job=1600709. Applications
must include a CV and statements of research and teaching interests
combined into a single PDF file, plus three representative publications.
Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of
recommendation (signed and on letterhead) sent directly to: Professor
Donald Jackson, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology, 25 Willcocks Street, University of Toronto,
Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3B2 Canada. Letters of reference may be e-mailed
to [email protected]. Deadline for receipt of applications is
September 28, 2016. For further information on the Department of Ecology
and Evolutionary Biology, please visit our website at
www.eeb.utoronto.ca. Questions regarding this position can be directed
to Liz Rentzelos at [email protected] or (416-946-3340). The
University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its
community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority
group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities,
members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the
further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be
given priority.
