Assistant Professor – Sociology of Health/Mental Health

Closing Date: September 30, 2024, 11:59 PM ET
Req ID: 38315
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (Continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Sociology
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Overview:

The Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure-stream position in the Sociology of Health and Mental Health. This appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a projected start date of July 1, 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct innovative and independent research in the Sociology of Health and Mental Health at an internationally recognized level.
• Develop and maintain a competitive, externally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contributing to the Department’s broad curriculum.
• Publish in top-ranked peer-reviewed journals and present at major conferences.

Qualifications:

• Education: Ph.D. in Sociology or a closely related field with a strong emphasis on social science and health, to be completed by the appointment start date or shortly thereafter.
• Research Excellence: Proven by a record of high-impact publications, presentations at significant conferences, and strong recommendations from referees.
• Teaching Excellence: Demonstrated through teaching accomplishments and a comprehensive teaching dossier, including a teaching statement, sample course materials, and evaluations.

Why Join Us?

The University of Toronto offers a vibrant academic environment with opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary research. Located in downtown Toronto, one of the world’s most multicultural and dynamic cities, you will have access to a wide range of intellectual and professional resources. The Department of Sociology is globally recognized for its excellence and innovation in research and teaching.

Application Instructions:

To apply, submit the following materials online by September 30, 2024:

• Cover Letter: Describe your current and future research interests, saved as “YourLastName cover letter.pdf”
• Curriculum Vitae: Save as “YourLastName CV.pdf”
• Writing Sample: Recent academic writing relevant to your research, saved as “YourLastName writing sample.pdf”
• Teaching Dossier: Include a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations, saved as “YourLastName teaching dossier.pdf”

Applicants should also provide the names and contact information of three referees. The University’s recruiting system will automatically request reference letters. Referees must submit their letters by the closing date.

For detailed submission guidelines, visit University of Toronto Application Guidelines.

Contact Information:

For questions about this position, please contact sociology.ea@utoronto.ca.

Equity and Accessibility Statement:

The University of Toronto is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and individuals of diverse sexual and gender identities. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2024

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