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Assistant Professor – Public Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law Jobs in Toronto, Canada at University of Toronto

Assistant Professor
– Public Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law

Req : 48757

Job Category: Faculty
– Tenure Stream (continuing)

Faculty/Division: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law

Department: Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Public Law, Administrative Law and Constitutional Law. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must hold a JD or equivalent degree. A doctoral degree, earned by the time of the appointment or shortly thereafter, is preferred. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. We seek candidates with research and teaching expertise in the area of Public Law, including but not limited to Administrative Law and Constitutional Law.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated through a record of publications in top‑ranked and field‑relevant journals or forthcoming publications that meet high international standards; the submitted research statement; presentations at significant conferences; awards and accolades; and strong endorsements from referees.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (including the required materials outlined below, as well as evidence of superior performance in other teaching‑related activities), and strong letters of reference. Other teaching‑related activities can include performance as a teaching assistant or course instructor, experience leading successful workshops or seminars, student mentorship, or excellent conference presentations or posters.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research, and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

In addition, the successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load.

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The expected salary range is $145,000–$185,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience. Negotiations beyond this salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

APPLICATION REQUIRED MATERIALS

  • A research statement outlining current and future research interests
  • Two writing samples
  • A teaching dossier, including
  • A teaching statement
  • Sample course materials
  • Teaching evaluations or evidence of superior performance in other teaching‑related activities
  • Copies of all law and graduate transcripts
  • The name and contact information of three references

IMPORTANT DEADLINE

All application materials must be received by September 8, 2026
.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply;
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.

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

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Title: Assistant Professor – Public Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law

Company: University of Toronto

Location: Toronto, Canada

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