NEW JOB POSTINGS

2026 Summer Student Positions (For Undergraduate Students)

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry is seeking two (2) undergraduate students for full-time summer employment in the Wallberg and Lash Miller Buildings. The primary focus of these positions is to support the redevelopment of our second‑year laboratory curriculum and contribute to the creation of a new online safety course. As our second-year labs transition from a 6‑hour to a 4‑hour format, these positions will play a key role in revising experiments, updating course materials, and building high‑quality online learning modules that enhance safety training for all students.

In addition to curriculum and safety course development, students will provide general departmental support, including assistance with laboratory spring clean‑up activities, shipping and inventory coordination, and limited data analysis projects.

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in hands-on experience, equipment maintenance, and assisting in educational content development.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in laboratory environments on tasks such as:
  • Setting up and testing new experiments
  • Review existing second‑year laboratory experiments and identify opportunities to streamline procedures for a 4‑hour lab format.
  • Revise experimental protocols to ensure labs can be completed within the new time constraints without compromising learning outcomes or safety.
  • Assist in preparing updated lab manuals, handouts, worksheets, and instructor notes.
  • Cross‑check documents for accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
  • Collaborate with faculty and technical staff to test revised procedures where required.

Position Details

• Employment Period: Summer 2026
• Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours/week
• Work Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Hourly Wage: $20.00/hour
• Application Deadline: 12:00 PM EST, April 30, 2026
• Apply by sending your cover letter and resume to: ugrad.chemeng@utoronto.ca

Postdoctoral Fellow

Posting Date: April 6, 2026

AREA OF RESEARCH

The Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Dr. Elizabeth Edwards’ research group. The successful candidate will conduct research on bioaugmentation for anaerobic benzene and BTEX bioremediation, with a focus on remediation of a historically hydrocarbon-impacted field site in Ontario.

This project integrates field-scale and laboratory-based research to improve prediction of anaerobic benzene and BTEX biodegradation rates. The work involves analyzing historical and newly acquired field measurements of hydrocarbons, geochemistry data, and microbial biomarkers to develop tools that can accurately predict rates of in situ biodegradation. A bioaugmentation trial using a novel benzene-degrading methanogenic consortium, described in Toth et al., 2021 (Environ. Sci. Technol. 55: 7970–7980), will begin in Spring 2026. Because benzene is often the primary driver for cleanup, the outcomes of this research will help inform and guide remediation approaches at many subsurface sites impacted by benzene and BTEX.

Description of duties

The postdoctoral researcher will be part of a large interdisciplinary research project involving both academic and industrial partners. Key responsibilities include coordinating field and laboratory studies, supporting molecular analyses of field and laboratory samples (including DNA extraction, quantitative PCR, 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing, and metagenomics), compiling and analyzing data, and modeling biodegradation trends. The position also involves preparing manuscripts and conference presentations, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate researchers in the laboratory.

The postdoctoral researcher will also have opportunities for professional development, including mentoring undergraduate and graduate researchers, contributing to grant proposals, and presenting research findings to academic and industrial partners

SALARY: $60,000/year

Required qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in environmental engineering, chemical or biochemical engineering, environmental microbiology, molecular biology, metagenomics, or a closely related field. Required qualifications include strong analytical chemistry skills, knowledge of microbiology, strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams.

Preferred qualifications include experience in laboratory molecular biology, expertise in anaerobic microbiology, DNA extraction, qPCR, metagenomics, and proficiency in scientific computing and programming (e.g., Python, R). Familiarity with bioinformatics or contaminant plume transport modeling is considered an asset.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applicants should email Elizabeth Edwards (elizabeth.edwards@utoronto.ca) with a cover letter describing research interests, relevant experience, and career goals. Please include a curriculum vitae and the contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin March 10, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

CLOSING DATE: April 30, 2026

SUPERVISOR: Professor Elizabeth Edwards

TERM: 1 year with the possibility of renewal

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 professional development 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.

CUPE 3902 Unit 1

Positions posted here are open to Graduate Students in the School of Graduate Studies, Postdoctoral Fellows and Undergraduate Students in the University of Toronto. Preference in hiring shall be given to Graduate Students enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto or those who have made application to be enrolled in the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Toronto.

Duties of these positions shall be performed at the campus on which the position is located. Where the duties are intended to be performed at another location, such other location will be specified in the posting.

TA Positions 

If you are a registered UofT student, you may apply to TA positions on the Unit 1 hiring job page 

How to search for what TA positions are available in CHE? You may view the full job description on the unit 1 hiring job page and filter for CHE positions by typing “department of chemical engineering and applied chemistry”.

2025-2026 TA Positions 

Applications are now closed for Teaching Assistant (TA) positions for the Fall and Winter terms. Positions for the 2026-2027 academic year will be posted in June 2026 on the unit 1 hiring job page. To view positions specific to our department, please filter by typing “Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry” in the search bar.

Before applying, we strongly encourage all applicants to carefully review the application details provided on the unit 1 hiring job page.

To apply please complete the TA Application through the TAMS Portal.

If you require accommodations due to a disability during the application or selection process, please contact us at ugradassist.chemeng@utoronto.ca. 

Please note: Application deadlines vary by position. Refer to each individual posting for specific deadline information.

Please note that emergency TA positions may be posted at any time throughout the year.

How to search for what Unit 1 Course Instructor positions are available in CHE? You may view the full job description on the unit 1 hiring job page and filter for CHE positions by typing “department of chemical engineering and applied chemistry”.

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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca. 

CUPE 3902 Unit 3

General Notice for Unit 3 postings

Sessional Lecturer positions are posted on the University of Toronto Careers website – CUPE 3902 (Unit 3) Opportunities.

The Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry may hire (if required) Sessional Lecturers and Sessional Assistant Lecturers to deliver some of its undergraduate courses. To be considered for a position, an application and Curriculum Vitae must be submitted to ugradassist.chemeng@utoronto.ca. We prefer that applications and CVs be submitted via e-mail. Please use the following subject heading for email submissions: COURSECODE – Sessional Lecturer Application Submission.

Postings are typically made available in June for courses beginning in September, and in October for courses beginning in January. Please note that decisions may be finalized earlier, contingent upon specific circumstances.

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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.