Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream – Advanced Manufacturing & Automation

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

• 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.

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

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

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