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Comparative Vertebrate Physiology - Toronto - Academic

The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure stream position in Comparative Vertebrate Physiology. The position will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2009. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in examining physiological adaptations of tetrapod vertebrates to their environment and placing these adaptations into an evolutionary and ecological context. Applicants must have a PhD and at least one year of postdoctoral experience. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a strong, externally funded research program and to supervise graduate students. The Department of Biological Sciences has significant strength in ecology, behavior and neuroscience and the successful candidate will ideally be able to interact with faculty within these disciplines and facilitate the enhancement of animal physiology within the department. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and be expected to contribute to undergraduate teaching of animal physiology (human or other), pathophysiology and/or anatomy. Salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Further information on the research and teaching activities of the Department may be found by consulting the departmental web site at http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~biosci/index.html.

Applicants should submit a complete vita, a statement of research interests, a statement of teaching philosophy / interests and copies of recent reprints. Three letters of recommendation (including comments on research, publications and teaching) should be provided. Applicants are also asked to provide a brief description of the anticipated animal holding facility needs of their research program. All materials should be addressed to: The Chair, Comparative Vertebrate Physiology Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Toronto Scarborough, 1265 Military Trail, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M1C 1A4 or to biologicalsciences@utsc.utoronto.ca. The closing date for applications is October 17th, 2008.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. The University is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to conduct research, teach, and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.