Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Law, Criminal Justice and Forensic Science

Date Posted: 10/30/2026
Closing Date: 01/06/2027, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 48800
Job Category: Faculty - Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Mississauga
Department: Department of Anthropology, University of Toronto Mississauga
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Anthropology and the Institute of Forensic Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga invite applications for a full-time teaching stream position in the area of Law, Criminal Justice and Forensic Science, with an emphasis on teaching at the intersection of forensic science, legal processes, and the justice system. This will be a joint appointment between the Department of Anthropology (51%) and the Institute of Forensic Sciences (49%). The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

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.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have earned a PhD or equivalent degree in Law, Criminology or Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, or a closely related scientific field, or hold a law degree (LLB, JD, or LLM), by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter. Candidates must demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching and relevant professional experience in forensic science or a closely related field. We welcome candidates with expertise in areas that connect forensic science with the justice system and the application of forensic science in legal contexts. We seek candidates whose teaching interests and expertise complement and enhance the existing strengths of the units.

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.

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in pedagogy of forensic science or related disciplines, including experience developing and delivering courses that integrate forensic science theory, practice, and its application in professional contexts. Relevant professional experience in forensic science, the justice system, or related fields will be considered an asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate students in the Institute of Forensic Sciences. These courses may include program-required courses at the first and/or second year level, as well as upper-year undergraduate courses. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the Institute of Forensic Sciences through service and administrative activities, and to engage in undergraduate mentorship and research.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The salary range is $115,000 to $160,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

ABOUT US

We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing strengths in the Institute of Forensic Sciences and the Department of Anthropology. For further information on the Institute of Forensic Sciences, please see https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/ and for the Department of Anthropology https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/anthropology/department-anthropology.

The University of Toronto Mississauga's Institute of Forensic Sciences is designed to provide students with an understanding of scientific analyses, theories, laboratory skills, applications, and field techniques., and emphasizes the integration of scientific methods with legal and investigative contexts, preparing students to apply forensic principles within the justice system. Programs are offered in the fields of forensic anthropology, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, and forensic psychology. For more information, see the UTM Institute of Forensic Sciences website at http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/.

For more information on working at the University of Toronto, please visit https://www.utoronto.ca/research-innovation/working-at-uoft.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by 11:59pm on January 6, 2027.

At UTM we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion. With an enviable diverse student body, we especially welcome applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racially visible (persons of colour), and who have experience working with teaching or mentoring diverse groups or students. Candidates must demonstrate, in their application materials, an ability to foster diversity on campus and within the curriculum or discipline, and must show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial environment. Candidates must submit a statement describing their contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities; efforts undertaken to develop inclusive pedagogies, collaboration, and engagement with underrepresented communities; and mentoring of students from underrepresented groups. If you have questions about this statement, please contact the Chair of UTM Anthropology [email protected].

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. Candidates must submit the following materials:

• a cover letter;
• a current curriculum vitae;
• a recent writing sample;
• an EDI statement;
• a complete teaching dossier, including
  • a teaching statement,
  • sample syllabi and course materials,
  • teaching evaluations; and
• the name and contact information of three references. At least one reference letter must primarily address the candidate’s teaching.

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. Candidates remain responsible for ensuring that references 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.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Prof. Alicia Hawkins, Chair of UTM Anthropology at [email protected].

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

Indigenous Substantiation
The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for those candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information regarding the University's Indigenous Substantiation Process, please refer to: Indigenous Substantiation Website.

Diversity Statement
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. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

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

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

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].