Assistant Professor of Biochemistry

Position: Assistant Professor – Aging, Senescence, and Tissue Regeneration
Department: Terrence Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research / Department of Biochemistry
Date Posted: September 22, 2025
Application Deadline: November 24, 2025
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Type: Tenure Stream (Continuing), Full-Time

Position Overview

The Terrence Donnelly Centre (Donnelly Centre) and the Department of Biochemistry invite applications for a full-time tenure stream position in aging, cellular senescence, and/or tissue regeneration. This is a joint appointment: 51% at the Donnelly Centre and 49% in the Department of Biochemistry, at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will establish an innovative research program exploring molecular and cellular mechanisms of aging and senescence, with applications to tissue regeneration, age-related diseases, or longevity. Candidates who employ cutting-edge approaches—such as genetic and epigenetic analysis, organoid models, regenerative biology, senescence-targeted therapeutics, single-cell omics, spatial transcriptomics, CRISPR screens, or live-cell imaging—are particularly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field by the time of appointment

• Demonstrated excellence in research and teaching

• Postdoctoral training in molecular genetics, regenerative medicine, systems biology, or biogerontology preferred

• Strong record of publications in leading journals and evidence of high international standards

• Ability to establish and maintain an externally funded, high-impact research program

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentorship

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, innovative research at the highest international level

• Collaborate with the Donnelly Centre and Department of Biochemistry communities

• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching and student supervision

• Establish an outstanding, externally funded research program

• Engage with interdisciplinary teams and foster collaborative research

Application Materials

Applicants must submit online via the University of Toronto portal:

1. Cover letter

2. One-page summary including education/training history and a 350-word research abstract

3. Curriculum vitae highlighting up to five significant scientific contributions

4. Detailed research statement (3 pages, excluding references)

5. Statement of teaching philosophy and interests (1 page)

6. Names and contact information of three references (letters solicited automatically)

Each section should start on a new page with a header containing your name and section title.

Deadline: November 24, 2025

For questions, contact: donnelly.facultysearch@utoronto.ca

Salary & Support

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Research space provided at the Donnelly Centre, downtown Toronto

• Access to a vibrant interdisciplinary research community and integrated Toronto Academic Health Science Network

Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Toronto is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.

A voluntary diversity survey will be part of the application process (confidential, aggregated for institutional planning).

Accessibility: Accommodations available upon request at uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

Additional Information

• Donnelly Centre: https://thedonnellycentre.utoronto.ca

• Department of Biochemistry: https://biochemistry.utoronto.ca/research-areas

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