Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law

• Full-time tenure stream position
• Academic rank: Assistant Professor
• Faculty/Division: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law
• Department: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law
• Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
• Anticipated start date: July 1, 2027

Position Description

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Business Law. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

Requirements and Qualifications

Candidates must:

• Hold a JD or equivalent degree.
• A doctoral degree, earned by the time of the appointment or shortly thereafter, is preferred.
• Have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.

The Faculty seeks candidates with research and teaching expertise in Business Law, including but not limited to:

• Corporate Law
• Corporate Governance
• Securities Law

The successful candidate’s research should:

• Be interdisciplinary and draw on economics, finance, accounting, management, political science, philosophy, or data science.
• Demonstrate the ability to produce scholarship that is not confined primarily to the law of a single jurisdiction.
• Use jurisdiction-specific expertise to test, refine, or develop broader conceptual, comparative, institutional, or policy arguments where applicable.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence, demonstrated through:

• Publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards.
• Submitted research statement.
• Presentations at significant conferences.
• Awards and accolades.
• Strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through:

• Teaching accomplishments.
• Teaching dossier (including the required materials listed below).
• Strong letters of reference.

Other teaching-related activities may include:

• Performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor.
• Experience leading successful workshops or seminars.
• Student mentorship.
• Excellent conference presentations or posters.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Pursue innovative and independent research.
• Establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.
• Carry a teaching and service load.

Hiring Salary Range

The expected salary range is:

CAD $145,000–$185,000 per annum

depending on experience.

Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

About Us

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law is one of the oldest professional faculties at the University of Toronto. Today, it is one of the world's great law schools. It offers opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research and teaching, and the excitement of working with a diverse student population.

Jackman Law’s rich academic programs are complemented by its many legal clinics and public interest programs. It is housed in the elegant, state-of-the-art Jackman Law Building alongside two historical buildings, Flavelle House and Falconer Hall, on the St. George Campus in downtown Toronto.

As the economic and intellectual hub of Canada, Toronto provides access to policy and decision makers at all levels, and is a vibrant, cosmopolitan, and safe city.

For more information on working at the University of Toronto, please visit the University's careers website.

Application Process

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by September 15, 2026.

Applicants must apply online and submit the following materials:

• Cover letter.
• Current curriculum vitae (CV).
• Research statement outlining current and future research interests.
• Two writing samples.
• Teaching dossier, including:Copies of all law and graduate transcripts.
  • Teaching statement.
  • Sample course materials.
  • Teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching-related activities.
• Names and contact information of three references.

The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours of an application being submitted.

Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date. Submission guidelines and details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

For questions about this position, please contact:

Michelle Rosenstock
Executive Director, Office of the Dean

Email: michelle.rosenstock@utoronto.ca

Please note: Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in the initial screening or assessment of applications; however, all final assessments and hiring decisions are made by the search committee members.

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

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases its capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of its global community. The University strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. The University values applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening its academic mission.

As part of the application, candidates will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to applicants is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Its values regarding equity and diversity are linked with its unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of its academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, it strives to make its recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact:

uoft.careers@utoronto.ca

Key Dates

• Date Posted: July 29, 2026
• Application Deadline: September 15, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
• Req ID: 48759

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