Assistant Professor - Robotics

The Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the area of Robotics. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, and will commence on July 1, 2019, or shortly thereafter.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in computer science or robotics or a related field by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We are interested in candidates in all areas of computer science that touch upon robotics in the broadest possible sense. We are especially interested in exceptional candidates who transcend traditional computing research topics and complement our existing strengths (see our websites at https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/math-cs-stats/ and www.cs.toronto.edu). 

The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and establish an outstanding, competitive and externally funded research program; to have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching; and to contribute to the enrichment of both undergraduate and graduate programs in the department and in particular to establish a research presence in robotics with graduate students at the UTM campus.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as 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 of high standing. 

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier, a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and the teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. 

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and will be competitive with our North American peers.

The University of Toronto is an international leader in Computer Science research and education. UTM Is part of the tri-campus University of Toronto system, and the successful candidate will hold his (her) appointment in the Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at UTM and will also be a member of the tri-campus Graduate Department of Computer Science. UTM is embarking on an ambitious expansion to its computer science program over the next several years and in the near term is focused on building a research cluster in the area of robotics. The successful candidate will form the nucleus of this robotics cluster, and we anticipate additional hires in the area in the next few years. The position comes with substantial startup funding for the cluster, including a significant new laboratory space allocation, resulting in a unique opportunity for driven individuals with the leadership skills to build a substantial new research enterprise in a thriving metropolitan area.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply through AcademicJobsOnline at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11935. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; and a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations. Applicants must also arrange to have at least four valid letters of reference (on letterhead, dated and signed) uploaded through AcademicJobsOnline directly by the writers, including at least one primarily addressing the candidate's teaching, by the closing date. 

Review of applications will begin after November 15, 2018; however applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

For more information about the Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga see our website at https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/math-cs-stats/. Information about the tri-campus Graduate Department of Computer Science can be found at www.cs.toronto.edu. For additional enquiries, please contact Julia Martyn, Chair's Assistant, at julia.martyn@utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, 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.

Assistant Professor - Pure Mathematics 

The Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for up to two tenure-stream appointments in the area of Pure Mathematics. The appointments will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, and will commence on July 1, 2019, or shortly thereafter.

Candidates in all areas of Pure Mathematics will be considered. The successful candidate will also be a member of the tri-campus graduate Department of Mathematics at the University of Toronto. 

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek exceptional candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths (see our websites at http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/math-cs-stats/home and http://www.math.toronto.edu). The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level and establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. 

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence as demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked Mathematics journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing. 

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier, a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and the teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as strong letters of reference. 

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Toronto is an international leader in Mathematics research and education. It offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research, and live in one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in the world. For more information, please see our websites, http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/math-cs-stats/ and http://www.math.toronto.edu/. 

All qualified candidates are invited to apply through MathJobs at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/12450. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a list of publications; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; and a teaching dossier to include a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and teaching evaluations. Applicants must also arrange to have at least four valid letters of reference (on letterhead, dated and signed) uploaded through MathJobs directly by the writers, including at least one primarily addressing the candidate's teaching, by the closing date. 

Review of applications will begin after November 15, 2018; however applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional enquiries, please contact Julia Martyn, Chair’s Assistant, at julia.martyn@utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, 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.

Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Statistics

The Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) invites applications for a full-time teaching stream appointment in the field of Statistics. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream and will commence on July 1, 2019, or shortly thereafter.

We seek enthusiastic and innovative individuals pursuing an academic career in teaching Statistics. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of outstanding teaching as well as strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates must have at least a Masters degree in Statistics or related discipline, by the time of the appointment. A PhD is preferred. Candidates must have teaching expertise in a degree granting program at the undergraduate level, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and online material/lectures. Demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical practices, curriculum improvement, teaching innovation and demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities are expected. Successful candidates must present clear evidence of both ability and ambition to significantly enhance our undergraduate Statistics program and exert creative educational leadership. Please visit our website at http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/math-cs-stats/home.

Responsibilities will include undergraduate teaching, managing teaching assistants, developing course materials, and curriculum development. In addition, each faculty member in the Department assumes some responsibility for student recruitment and departmental administration. Faculty members are also encouraged to initiate and supervise undergraduate projects. 

Evidence of excellence in teaching and pedagogical practice will be provided through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier, a teaching statement, sample course syllabi, and the teaching evaluations submitted as part of the application, as well as strong endorsements by referees of high standing  highlighting both excellent teaching and commitment to pedagogical enquiry and teaching innovation. 

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply through MathJobs at https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/jobs/12702. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a statement of career goals and teaching philosophy; and a teaching dossier to include sample course syllabi and teaching evaluations. Applicants must also arrange to have at least three valid letters of reference (on letterhead, dated and signed) uploaded through MathJobs directly by the writers. 

Review of applications will begin after December 3, 2018, and applicants should endeavor to have all materials submitted by then; however applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional enquiries, please contact Julia Martyn, Chair’s Assistant, at julia.martyn@utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, 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.