Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering

Date Posted: 10/07/2025
Closing Date: 01/06/2026, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 45127
Job Category: Faculty – Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Department of Chemical Engineering & 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 Nuclear Engineering. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

We seek candidates with a PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related field, who also hold a baccalaureate degree in Chemical Engineering or an equivalent discipline, and who have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.

Applicants must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.

Research & Teaching Focus

We welcome applicants whose expertise complements and enhances departmental strengths in areas such as:

• Modern nuclear reactor design (fission, fusion, small modular reactors)

• Transport phenomena in nuclear reactors

• Thermal hydraulics

• Molten salt chemistry, thermodynamics, and processing

• Nuclear chemistry

• AI-assisted modeling and simulation of nuclear energy systems

• Nuclear safety and waste management

• Hybrid nuclear-renewable systems

The successful candidate will:

• Have an established international reputation in nuclear engineering.

• Sustain and lead innovative, independent research advancing global frontiers of knowledge.

• Maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

• Teach in the chemical engineering undergraduate and graduate curricula.

• Contribute to collaborative, interdisciplinary research and collegial engagement.

Qualifications

Evidence of research excellence may include:

• A record of sustained high-impact publications in top-ranked journals.

• Strong endorsements from referees of high standing.

• Presentations at major conferences.

• Awards, accolades, and other indicators of international prominence.

Evidence of teaching excellence may include:

• Teaching accomplishments and innovations.

• A teaching dossier (statement of teaching philosophy, sample course materials, teaching evaluations).

• Strong letters of reference.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the Department

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry at U of T is guided by the vision:

“Through leading edge research and innovation, we integrate chemistry, biology, and engineering to drive solutions to global challenges in energy, the environment, and health.”

More information: www.chem-eng.utoronto.ca

Application Instructions

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online. A complete application must include:

• Cover letter

• Current curriculum vitae (CV)

• Research statement (current and future research interests)

• One recent publication

• Teaching dossier (teaching statement, sample course materials, teaching evaluations)

• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) statement (demonstrating commitment and efforts to advance EDI)

Applicants must also provide the names and contact information of three referees. Reference letters will be solicited automatically by the University of Toronto’s recruiting system. Applicants are responsible for ensuring referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated, signed) by the deadline.

Submission guidelines: http://uoft.me/how-to-apply
For inquiries: chair.chemeng@utoronto.ca

Deadline: All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by January 6, 2026, 11:59 PM EST.

Equity & Diversity

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that strengthens our global academic community. We strongly encourage applications from:

• Indigenous Peoples

• Black and racialized persons

• Women

• Persons with disabilities

• People of diverse sexual and gender identities

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in their teaching, research, and service.

Applicants will also be asked to complete a voluntary Diversity Survey. Information is confidential and used only for institutional planning. Learn more here.

Accessibility

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the University of Toronto is committed to making the recruitment, assessment, and selection process as accessible as possible.

If you require accommodations at any stage of the process, please contact: uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

Important Note on Hiring Policy

The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, which require applicants to release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct. Full details and requirements can be found here.

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

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