Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Aerospace Engineering

Date Posted: 10/01/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req : 50216
Job Category: Faculty - Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Institute for Aerospace Studies
Campus:University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS) in the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position in Aerospace Engineering . 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 must have earned a PhD degree in aerospace engineering or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching in undergraduate- and graduate-level courses covering at least one broad area from (i) aeronautics; (ii) spacecraft engineering (e.g cubesats, rocketry, space mission design); (iii) aerospace robotics (e.g. unmanned aerial vehicles, space robotics) .

We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths .

Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario. Registration is a requirement for faculty members teaching design courses to undergraduate students, as mandated by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) for program accreditation purposes. For more information on registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario, please visit Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) at:  .

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

Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier (including the 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 $150,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.
ABOUT US

About the Institute for Aerospace Studies

The University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS) is a research institute within the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, with a distinguished tradition of excellence in Aerospace and Robotics Engineering education and research. UTIAS plays a central role in undergraduate teaching in the Aerospace and Robotics Majors of the Engineering Science program, and is home to graduate programs leading to the degrees of M.Eng.,

M.A.Sc., and Ph.D. Faculty members maintain strong ties with Canada's leading aerospace companies, including Bombardier Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney Canada, and MDA. For more information about UTIAS, please visit:  .

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering at the University of Toronto offers exceptional opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research and teaching, within a richly diverse and intellectually vibrant academic community. Established in 1873, the Faculty has earned an international reputation for…