Canada Impact+ Research Chairs 2026

The Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, is participating in the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program, a one-time national initiative designed to attract world-leading researchers who will address critical national and global challenges through transformative research. Impact+ Chairs will receive long-term funding and institutional support to advance ambitious projects in Canada’s strategic priority areas, build exceptional research teams, and collaborate across sectors and borders. The program seeks candidates with a recognized research trajectory and a strong record of research excellence and impact. Appointments will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with an anticipated start date between September 2026 and July 2027.

Priority areas include:

Advanced digital technologies (AI, quantum, cybersecurity)
Health, including biotechnology
Clean technology and resource value chains
Environment, climate resilience, and the Arctic
Food and water security
Democratic and community resilience
Manufacturing and advanced materials
Defence and dual-use technologies

Candidates should submit to U of T's general application call before January 19, 2026.

Submit application package to U of T

Candidates should submit to U of T’s general application call and inform the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at academichr.phm@utoronto.ca that they have applied. Application materials already submitted to the U of T general application call can also be shared with the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at academichr.phm@utoronto.ca.

Submissions to include:

Candidate’s CV
A cover letter indicating interest in joining the University of Toronto with preference for the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy and outlining research agenda
A brief statement of teaching philosophy

To assist with the nominations, candidates should also describe the following in their cover letter:

Research/academic merit and leadership skills
Quality of your research program
Potential contribution to the excellence of the Canadian and international research ecosystem
Potential for knowledge translation, mobilization and application of research results
An indication of the specific priority area(s)/ stream(s) to which your research relates

Why choose the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy?

The Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto is located in the heart of Toronto’s Discovery District, one of the most vibrant research ecosystems in North America. We are the top-ranked faculty of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences in Canada and among the top in the world. Our research interests encompass every aspect of the drug discovery process, as well as the socioeconomic, ethical, and safety implications of medication use.

Our scientists and research teams are actively engaged in six overarching Research Areas that generate new knowledge across the spectrum of drug therapy, clinical care, and health policy. Our scientists drive the discovery of new therapies, technologies, and pharmacy practices to improve patient care, safety, and access.