Assistant Professor – Aging, Senescence, and Tissue Regeneration

Job description

Job Category : Faculty – Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division : Temerty Faculty of Medicine
Department : Terrence Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description

The Terrence Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research (Donnelly Centre) and the Department of Biochemistry, in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto, invite applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of aging, cellular senescence and/or tissue regeneration .

This will be a joint appointment between the Donnelly Centre (51%) and the Department of Biochemistry (49%) at the rank of Assistant Professor , with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026 .

We are seeking a colleague whose research program explores the molecular and cellular mechanisms of aging and senescence and who applies these insights to understand tissue regeneration, age-related diseases, or longevity.

The successful candidate will complement and strengthen our vibrant, interdisciplinary community of scientists at the Donnelly Centre, where collaborative research and innovative technology development are deeply valued.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field by the time of appointment and a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.

We are particularly interested in applicants employing cutting- edge approaches such as genetic and epigenetic analysis of aging, regenerative biology using organoids or model systems, senescence-targeted therapeutics, or high-dimensional functional genomic techniques (e.g., single-cell omics, spatial transcriptomics, CRISPR screens or live-cell imaging).

Preference will be given to candidates with postdoctoral training in a relevant area (e.g., molecular genetics, regenerative medicine, systems biology, or biogerontology).

The candidate will receive institutional support to establish a creative and impactful research program that will benefit from interactions with the Department of Biochemistry and the Donnelly Centre’s community of experimental and computational biologists.

The successful candidate is expected to establish an outstanding, externally funded research program and to pursue innovative research at the highest international level.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence that can be demonstrated by the submitted research statement, record of publications in leading journals or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, invited scientific presentations, awards and accolades, and strong letters of reference with endorsements from referees of high standing.

Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching.

To this end, candidates must provide: i) a one-page statement of teaching philosophy and interests (with required information outlined below); ii) strong letters of reference.

Reference letters should indicate the candidate’s suitability for undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship.

The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching and research missions of both the Donnelly Centre and the Department of Biochemistry, with their graduate faculty appointment in the Department of Biochemistry.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Research space will be provided in the Donnelly Centre, located in the heart of downtown Toronto, one of the world’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

The Donnelly Centre is an interdisciplinary research institute that fosters integration of biology, computer science, engineering, and medicine ( The successful candidate will hold an academic appointment (49% FTE) in the Department of Biochemistry, whose deep and rich tradition of teaching and research excellence dates back to 1907 and includes more than 65 faculty members actively engaged in research and undergraduate and graduate education ( The Donnelly Centre and Department of Biochemistry at the University of Toronto comprise part of one the most concentrated biomedical research communities in the world, with over $1.37B in annual research funding across research and hospital sites, forming an integrated Toronto Academic Health Science Network.

The University of Toronto was also deemed the world’s most sustainable research university by the QS World University Rankings in 2024 and 2025.

Application Process

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below.

Applicants must submit:

• A cover letter
• A one-page summary that includes education/training history and a 350-word abstract of their research plan
• A current curriculum vitae that highlights their most significant scientific contributions (up to five) as they relate to the application
• A detailed research statement (three pages, not including references)
• A statement of teaching philosophy and interests, which should refer to previous teaching-related activities such as experience as a teaching assistant or course instructor, leading workshops or seminars, student mentorship, educational outreach, or awards for oral presentations and posters at conferences (one page)

Each section should start on a new page and include a header with the candidate’s name and the section title.

Applicants must provide the name and contact information for three references.

The University of Toronto’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit letters of reference from each referee within 48 hours after an application is submitted.

Applicants remain responsible for ensuring that referees submit recent letters (on letterhead, dated and signed) by the closing date.

More details on the automatic reference letter collection, including timelines, are available in the candidate FAQ.

Submission guidelines can be found at 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.

For questions about this position, please contact:

All application materials, including recent reference letters, must be received by November 24, 2025.

For more information about the Donnelly Centre, visit:

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.

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

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.

Required Skill Profession

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