Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - Health Policy

Date Posted: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 09/21/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 49392
Job Category: Faculty - Teaching Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough
Department: UTSC: Department of Health & Society
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Health and Society (DHS) at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time teaching stream position in the area of Health Policy. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have earned a PhD degree in Health Services Research, Public Health, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social and Behavioural Health Sciences or a related area by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching in both large lecture-style and smaller seminar settings. The candidate is expected to build strong connections with the new Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health (SAMIH).

The successful candidate will have teaching interests that complement and broaden our existing departmental and campus strengths and priorities. Candidates must have teaching experience in a degree-granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, assessment, curriculum development, TA management and mentorship, and development of online instructional material/lectures. Additionally, candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry/practices and a demonstrated interest in teaching-related scholarly activities. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability to work within an interdisciplinary department that values collaboration across discipline, rank, and method. We are interested in candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to increasing access to post-secondary education experiences. Engagement in professional practice and health policy work will be considered an asset.

Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching and the capacity to teach a wide range of courses in the area of health policy as it pertains to theory and practice, contemporary themes and analytics; methodologies associated with the study of health-related matters; practicalities of the Canadian health care system particularly as it relates to aging and aging care delivery, international comparisons, and political systems; and ethical considerations. Teaching in courses such as Health Policy and Systems, Exploring Health and Society: Theories, Perspectives, and Patterns; Navigating Health and Society: Research, Practice, and Policy; Politics of Canadian Health Policy; Comparative Health Systems; Public Health; and Health and Aging will be considered relevant to this position.

Evidence of excellence in teaching and the capacity to teach a wide range of courses in the area of health policy as well as the commitment to excellent pedagogical inquiry will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, awards and accolades, leading workshops or seminars, presentations at significant conferences, the teaching dossier submitted (including the required materials outlined below), and strong letters of reference from referees of high standing.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. We seek candidates who value diversity and whose research, teaching and service bear out our commitment to equity. Candidates must also show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and to the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment, as demonstrated through the application materials. Candidates are asked to submit a 1- to 2-page statement of contributions to equity and diversity, which might cover topics such as (but not limited to): research or teaching that incorporates a focus on underrepresented communities, the development of inclusive pedagogies, or the mentoring of students from underrepresented groups.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching beginner and advanced undergraduate courses in health policy and will also fulfill administrative activities related to teaching and student success; participating in and eventually leading curriculum development; and contributing to program and departmental initiatives. In addition, the successful candidate will be assigned a service load.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The salary range is $115,000 - $130,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

ABOUT US

The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to conduct research and creative practice, teach, and live in one of the most diverse cities of the world. The appointment is at the University of Toronto Scarborough, which is a research-intensive campus with an interdisciplinary commitment, a multicultural student body, and a modern campus. Within the University of Toronto Scarborough, the Department of Health and Society is home to a diverse community of students, teachers, and researchers. Members of our growing department ask cutting-edge questions about health, disability, illness, and disease both locally and globally and from a range of disciplinary perspectives. We are also a part of new Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health (SAMIH), a collaborative network that is working to train the next generation of health-care professionals in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. For more information about the Department of Health and Society at the University of Toronto Scarborough, please visit our website.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by September 21, 2026.

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. Applicants must submit the following materials:

• a cover letter;
• a current curriculum vitae;
• a recent writing sample;
• a complete teaching dossier, including
  • a statement of teaching philosophy linked to excellent pedagogical inquiry/practices,
  • sample course syllabi and course materials,
  • teaching evaluations;
• an EDI statement as described above; 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. Applicants 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 Professor Michelle Silver, Department Chair, at dhs-chair@utsc.utoronto.ca.

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 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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.