Career Opportunities - Old - Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry

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.

Fall 2024 TA Positions

If you are a registered UofT student with an UTORid: you may apply to TA positions on the Unit 1 hiring job page

If you are an incoming graduate student without an UTORid, please follow the instructions below:

Use the following subject headline for submissions “CHE Fall TA Application”
Provide the following:
1. Indicate the course code(s) that you are submitting an application for
2. First and Last Name
3. Email address
4. Department
5. Program and year of study
6. Please state any relevant TA experience (course code and year)

3. Submit a single PDF file of resume and cover letter

All email submissions should be sent to ugradassist.chemeng@utoronto.ca by the submission deadline.

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”.

Winter 2025 TA Positions

If you are a registered UofT student with an UTORid: you may apply to TA positions on the Unit 1 hiring job page

If you are an incoming graduate student without an UTORid, please follow the instructions below:

Use the following subject headline for submissions “CHE Winter TA Application”
Provide the following:
1. Indicate the course code(s) that you are submitting an application for
2. First and Last Name
3. Email address
4. Department
5. Program and year of study
6. Please state any relevant TA experience (course code and year)

3. Submit a single PDF file of resume and cover letter

All email submissions should be sent to ugradassist.chemeng@utoronto.ca by the submission deadline.

CUPE 3902 Unit 3

How to submit an application for General Notice for Unit 3 postings

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.

Winter 2025 Sessional Lecture Positions

CHE1148 SESSIONAL LECTURER POSTING FOR WINTER 2025

CHE1148H: Process Data Analytics:

The driving force of the fourth industrial revolution is the processing and analysis of big data to extract knowledge, patterns and information. Chemical, biologics/pharma, oil/gas, financial and manufacturing organizations are in a unique position to benefit from this data revolution, as they collect and store massive amounts of heterogeneous data. Big data is characterized by the 5 V’s: volume, velocity, variety, veracity and value and distributed computing architectures are used to process the data. The first part of this course will be on Apache Spark, a big data processing and computing engine. In the second part, special topics in analytics such as visualization, data quality, interpretable/fair ML and MLOps will be discussed. Prerequisites: An introductory course in data science or machine learning (e.g. CHE1147 or other similar courses). Familiarity with Python.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of an advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in Chemical Engineering or related discipline is required. Candidates in progress of advanced degree completion (applies to non-University of Toronto graduate students) relevant professional experience and designations may also be considered. We are seeking candidates with strong written and oral communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to teaching. Candidates should have strong foundational knowledge of data process and data analytics. Previous experience in teaching, teaching excellence, and mastery of subject area. Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the above minimum qualifications, successful applicants should have work experience in the chemical, biologics/pharma, oil/gas, financial and manufacturing industries.

Complete application details can be found at: jobs.utoronto.ca

MAT188H1 SESSIONAL LECTURER POSTING FOR WINTER 2025

MAT188H1: Linear Algebra:

This course covers systems of linear equations and Gaussian elimination, applications; vectors in Rn, independent sets and spanning sets; linear transformations, matrices, inverses; subspaces in Rn, basis and dimension; determinants; eigenvalues and diagonalization; systems of differential equations; dot products and orthogonal sets in Rn; projections and the Gram-Schmidt process; diagonalizing symmetric matrices; least squares approximation. Includes an introduction to numeric computation in a weekly laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of an advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in Engineering or Mathematics is required. Candidates in progress of advanced degree completion (applies to non-University of Toronto graduate students) relevant professional experience and designations may also be considered. We are seeking candidates with strong written and oral communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to teaching. Candidates should have strong foundational knowledge of linear algebra and numerical methods. Previous experience in teaching, teaching excellence, and mastery of subject area. Previous experience in teaching a similar course is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the above minimum qualifications, successful applicants should have a working knowledge of MATLAB.

Complete application details can be found at: jobs.utoronto.ca

General Information

Generally speaking, we expect to make decisions concerning courses in July for Fall and Spring courses. However, some decisions may be made earlier or later than these time frames, depending on circumstances. Unexpected vacancies may arise at any time.

Applications will be retained for twelve (12) months. Persons who submit applications and CVs will receive e-mailed job postings for specific positions for the subsequent twelve (12) months.

This notice is pursuant to the CUPE Local 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Please note that in accordance with that agreement, preference in hiring is given to qualified persons holding the rank of Sessional Lecturer II.

Continuously- Posted Notice

Filling Positions Under CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement

These positions are subject to final budgetary approval. This notice is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative pending final course determinations and enrolment.

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.

Jobs are posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

USW Casual, BioHubNet (position #1)

Date Posted: December 18, 2024
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:
The Biomanufacturing Hub Network (BioHubNet) invites applications for a USW casual position for 5.5 months with the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry. The anticipated start date is February 3, 2025. This position is essential to supporting BioHubNet’s ENGAGE program, which offers industry-focused training, mentorship, and networking opportunities for trainees in the biomanufacturing and life sciences sector.

In this role, the successful candidate will play a key part in implementing and managing BioHubNet’s micro-credential and mentorship platforms, providing graduate and postdoctoral trainees with opportunities to develop technical and professional skills, thereby enhancing their workforce readiness in the biomanufacturing field. Key responsibilities include managing course access, ensuring compliance with BioHubNet’s policies, facilitating data collection for program evaluation, and supporting the expansion of BioHubNet’s micro-credential offerings. In addition, the successful candidate will also assist the EXPERIENCE program on experiential learning and the EQUIP program by coordinating commercialization support for trainee-entrepreneurs, offering the training, resources, and funding needed to advance their innovative biomanufacturing solutions and technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage BioHubNet’s micro-credential and mentorship platforms, administering trainee allowances and monitoring course participation.
Liaise with partner organizations to facilitate seamless course access and registration.
Continuously develop and implement BioHubNet’s curriculum for the ENGAGE platform, ensuring it stays aligned with the evolving needs of the biomanufacturing sector.
Work with stakeholders to identify skill gaps and support the development of new training modules that align with industry needs.
Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase awareness of ENGAGE, EXPERIENCE, and EQUIP opportunities, supporting trainees in navigating available resources and program guidelines.
Engage with industry and academic partners to expand BioHubNet’s network of expert consultants.
Track and report on program metrics to assess platform impact, improve trainee experience, and assist in planning for follow-on funding.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

PhD in a relevant science or engineering discipline. A certificate or experience in project management is an asset.

Experience

At least 3 years of experience in educational or training program management, ideally within STEM or research environments.
Proven experience working with partnerships and managing grant-funded projects with detailed reporting requirements.
Familiarity with industry-aligned workforce development, partnership management, and e-learning platforms is highly desirable.

Skills

Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
Proficiency with data analysis, learning management systems, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders to achieve program goals.

Closing Date: January 15, 2025

Employee Group: USW casual

Schedule: Full-Time

Hourly rate: $42.87/hour

USW Casual, BioHubNet (position #2)

Date Posted: December 18, 2024
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering
Department: Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:
The Biomanufacturing Hub Network (BioHubNet) invites applications for a USW casual position for 5.5 months with the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry. The anticipated start date is February 3, 2025. This position will oversee BioHubNet’s EXPERIENCE pillar, which provides graduate and postdoctoral trainees with valuable hands-on learning opportunities through industry internships and academic exchanges, contributing to workforce readiness in Canada’s biomanufacturing sector.

In this role, the successful candidate will coordinate experiential placements, including industry internships and cross-disciplinary academic exchanges. Key responsibilities include building a pool of qualified trainees for internships by collaborating with academic/research institutions across Canada and establishing relationships with industry partners interested in hiring trainees through BioHubNet’s experiential learning program. The successful candidate will ensure effective alignment between BioHubNet trainees and industry needs, facilitating high-quality learning experiences that enhance career readiness. Additionally, they will collaborate with team members supporting the ENGAGE and EQUIP programs, driving the implementation and continuous expansion of training initiatives to maximize their impact.