Employment Opportunities - University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies

We're always looking for talented people to join our team, across a range of areas. To learn more about the types of positions that may become available and where to find additional information please see below.

Faculty Positions

Tenure steam, teaching stream, and contractually limited-term appointments of one year or longer are posted on the University of Toronto Careers website.

Research Positions

The Institute for Aerospace Studies fills Post-doctoral, Research Associate and Research Administrator positions throughout the year. Most of these positions are posted on the University of Toronto Careers website.

For possible Post-doctoral opportunities, please contact professors directly.

Post-doctorate Fellow - Aerodynamic and Aeroacoustics

Posting date: July 31, 2023

Area of Research: Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics

Description of Duties:

The post-doctoral fellow will be part of a research team that will study noise generation from high-lift devices, specifically from the flap system of the wing. The fellow will perform experiments in an hybrid anechoic wind tunnel at the University of Toronto and will make use of advanced optical and microphone measurement techniques to better understand the nature of the noise sources and how they can be mitigated.

Furthermore, the fellow will be involved with the management and training of graduate students involved with the project and lead interactions with Bombardier, the industrial partner for the project. We request applications from innovative and motivated individuals interested in working in a dynamic environment with leading researchers.

The fellow will be expected to write conference paper and journal manuscripts to archive key findings, as well as progress reports for the industrial partner.

Salary: $50,000-$65,000 per annum

Required qualifications:

Qualified candidates will possess a Ph.D. in Engineering along with experimental research experience in aerodynamics and/or aeroacoustics. Experience with particle image velocimetry (PIV), unsteady surface pressure and/or free-field sound measurements are considered an asset. Candidates should have a demonstrated record of original contributions in their research fields. Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary research group are required.

Application Instructions:

All individuals interested in this position must submit a cover letter with a description of relevant experience, resume, and the names of three professional references to Prof. Philippe Lavoie (phil.lavoie@utoronto.ca) by the closing date.

Closing Date: Until the position is filled, but not before Sept. 29^th, 2023.

Supervisor: Philippe Lavoie

Expected start date: January 8^th, 2024 (negotiable)

Term: 12 months

FTE: The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week for a full-time postdoctoral fellow (pro-rated for those holding a partial appointment) recognizing that the needs of the employee’s research and training and the needs of the supervisor’s research program may require flexibility in the performance of the employee’s duties and hours of work.

Employment as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Toronto is covered by the terms of the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 5 Collective Agreement.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Teaching Assistantships (CUPE 3902 Unit 1)

Here are the TA Positions for 2024-2025. You will find eligibility info and responsibilities within the PDF.

To apply, please complete the TA Application Form and upload your CV, transcript (if required), and any other associated documents by 11:59 p.m., Friday July 19, 2024. Your supporting documents must be in a single pdf file.

If you are unable to access the form above, please apply using the external TA Application Form and email your CV, transcript (if required), and any other associated documents by 11:59 p.m., Friday July 19, 2024 to TAapplication@utias.utoronto.ca. Your supporting documents must be in a single pdf file.

Course Instructors (CUPE 3902 Unit 1)

When available, CUPE 3901 Unit 1 Course Instructor positions will be posted here, as well as the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 Job Postings Board.

Sessional Lecturers (CUPE 3902 Unit 3)

Sessional Lecturer positions are posted on University of Toronto Careers under CUPE 3902 (Unit 3) Opportunities/Emergency Posting Opportunities.

To apply please submit the following via email to Carmela Versace at manager@utias.utoronto.ca:

CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Employment Application Form
Cover Letter
CV/Resume

General Information

Generally speaking, we expect to make decisions concerning our courses in June for Fall courses, in October for Spring courses, and in March for Summer courses. However, some decisions may be made earlier or later, depending on circumstances. Unexpected vacancies may arise at any time.

Applications will be retained for twelve (12) months. Persons who submit applications and CV’s will receive emailed job postings for specific positions for the subsequent twelve (12) month period. Please note that in accordance with this agreement, preference in hiring is given to qualified persons holding the rank of Sessional Lecturer II at the Institute for Aerospace Studies.

This notice is posted pursuant to the CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.