Assistant Professor – Urban Environmental Remote Sensing

University of Toronto Entrepreneurship

. Pursue innovative and independent research .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$125,000 - CA$170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Geographic Data Science and Remote Sensing, with a strong record of independent research and teaching excellence. Committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative academic environment while contributing to undergraduate and graduate programs.

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Ph.D. In GeographyResearch ExcellenceTeaching ExcellenceRemote Sensing MethodsGeographic Data Science

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Hard Skills

Research PublicationsResearch StatementTeaching DossierCourse Materials DevelopmentTeaching EvaluationsIndependent ScholarshipResearch CollaborationsExternal FundingGeographic Data Science MethodsApplied Remote Sensing Methods

Soft Skills

Commitment To EquityDiversity And InclusionCollegiality

Industry Keywords

Urban GeographyEnvironmental GeographyUrban StudiesGraduate Geography ProgramsMaster Of Science In Planning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Pursue innovative and independent research
Establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program
Teach required courses in the undergraduate Geographic Data Science program, including applied remote sensing methods
Support undergraduate programs in urban geography, environmental geography, and urban studies
Contribute to graduate Geography programs and/or the accredited Master of Science in Planning
Undertake an assigned teaching and service load

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in Geography, Geomatics, Environmental Science, or a related field by the time of appointment or shortly thereafter
Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching
Evidence of excellence in research through scholarly publications, research statement, international scholarly networks, significant conferences, research collaborations, independent scholarship, awards, external funding, and strong referee endorsements
Evidence of excellence in teaching through teaching accomplishments, teaching dossier, teaching-related activities, and strong letters of reference
Research and/or teaching interests involving remote sensing and/or geographic data science methods
Applicants must submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, research statement, recent writing sample, teaching dossier, sample course materials, teaching evaluations or evidence of superior teaching performance, and three references
Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and a respectful and collegial learning and working environment
Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority

Benefits

Comp & perks

Negotiations beyond the stated salary range will be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates
Accommodations provided as required for applicants with disabilities
Voluntary, confidential diversity survey