Assistant Professor of Nursing

Date Posted: 01/30/2026
Closing Date: 03/09/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 45839
Job Category: Faculty – Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing
Department: Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

The Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing at the University of Toronto invites applications for up to two full-time teaching stream appointments in Nursing. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous. Recognizing that there are a variety of terms that potential candidates may use to self-identify, the University uses the term “Indigenous” in this search, which forms part of the U of T Response to Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, to encompass the people of Turtle Island, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuk (Inuit), Alaska Native, Native American, and Native Hawaiian people.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• An entry-to-practice degree (BScN or MN) in Nursing

• A doctoral degree (PhD or DN) in Nursing or a related discipline by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter

• A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching in a range of classroom, online, and practice settings

• Experience in lecture preparation and delivery and curriculum development in a degree granting program

• A demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry

• A demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities

Applicants with recent clinical nursing practice experience, including as a nurse practitioner, are strongly encouraged to apply. We seek candidates whose teaching interests complement and enhance our existing strengths.

All applicants must be eligible for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Evidence of Teaching Excellence

Evidence of excellence in teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry will be demonstrated by:

• Teaching accomplishments

• Awards and accolades

• Teaching dossier, including:

  • Teaching statement

  • Sample course materials

  • Teaching evaluations

• Strong letters of reference

Salary

The salary range is $130,000 to $150,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

The Setting

Toronto is one of the world’s most dynamic and multicultural cities. The population of the Greater Toronto Region is nearly 6 million, making it one of the largest metropolitan regions in North America. Over 150 languages are spoken in the city, and half of the city’s population was born outside Canada.

The Toronto Region is served by North America’s second largest public transit system, and it has an abundance of parks and green spaces. With a rich and diverse cultural life of music, art and museums, the Toronto Region has more than 70 film festivals and 200 professional performing arts organizations. It is Canada’s number one tourist destination.

The city is home to a burgeoning research environment. The area boasts the fourth-largest cluster of medical expertise in North America. The downtown “Discovery District,” in which the St. George campus of the University of Toronto is situated, contains nine teaching hospitals, numerous scientific research institutes, and MaRS, an innovation centre that brings ideas in science and technology together with business acumen and financing.

The University

Established in 1827 by royal charter, the University of Toronto is the largest and most prestigious research-intensive university in Canada.

The 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings place the University of Toronto at 21st in the world.

The University currently has:

• More than 20,000 faculty and staff

• Approximately 80,000 students across three campuses

• Almost 250 Canada Research Chairs

• An annual budget of $2.0 billion

• An endowment of $1.9 billion

The University of Toronto’s library system ranks third among research libraries in North America and subscribes to over 17,000 electronic journals.

Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing

The Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing is consistently ranked in the top 10 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for nursing and is a research-intensive Faculty that embraces the University’s tripartite mission of excellence in research, education, and practice.

The Faculty offers:

• Undergraduate and graduate degree programs

• A 20-month second-entry Baccalaureate program

• A professional master’s program with three fields:

  • Clinical

  • Health systems leadership and administration

  • Nurse practitioner

• World-leading doctoral programs

Through partnerships with the Toronto Academic Health Sciences Network and a state-of-the-art simulation laboratory, the Faculty provides first-class clinical experiences.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online.

Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter

• A current curriculum vitae

• A recent writing sample

• A complete teaching dossier including:

  • Teaching statement

  • Sample syllabi and course materials

  • Teaching evaluations

Applicants must also provide the name and contact information of three references. The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit and collect letters of reference within 48 hours of application submission.

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by March 9, 2026.

Employment Equity and Accessibility

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

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community.

The University is committed to accessibility under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

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