Associate Professor, Genetics Technology, Toronto

Associate Professor, Genetics Technology Full-time

(Temporary Full-Time)

Department:

Genetics Technology (Other—Not Listed)

Site:

The Michener Institute

Salary:

$48.67– $51.63 per hour

Hours:

35 hours weekly

Vacancies:

1 (MAT Leave)

The Michener Institute of Education at UHN is Canada’s only post‑secondary institution devoted exclusively to healthcare professions. For over 65 years, Michener has prepared generations of professionals for applied health careers and responded to emerging health system priorities. Located within the University Health Network (UHN) in downtown Toronto—a world‑class hospital system—our curriculum is informed by cutting‑edge research and clinical innovations.

Responsibilities

Provide academic leadership, fostering an effective learning environment and upholding all professional, provincial and national standards.

Utilize innovative teaching techniques to facilitate learning in molecular genetics and cytogenetics, and cover other subjects as departmental need requires.

Evaluate student progress and achievement, while providing student advisement and remedial assistance.

Liaise with faculty, staff and affiliated clinical site personnel.

Participate in internal committees.

Qualifications

Minimum of six years’ experience with in‑depth expertise in molecular genetics and cytogenetics.

Capable of teaching introductory and advanced classes and laboratories in cytogenetics and some molecular genetics; other disciplines may be required based on departmental need.

Degree required in a related field.

Experience working/teaching in the field within the last 12 months preferred.

Certification by and membership in relevant professional association(s).

Licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario.

Training and experience in adult education desired.

Skill in various teaching approaches and innovations, including online/hybrid delivery modes.

Strong organizational and leadership skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Familiarity with MS Office, presentation and curriculum design software.

Satisfactory Canadian Police Clearance documents required upon hire.

Benefits

Extended health care coverage (including paramedical).

Employee assistance program.

Disability and life insurance.

Maternity and parental leave top‑up.

Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP development funding for courses, conferences, seminars and textbooks.

Close access to transit and UHN shuttle service.

A flexible work environment.

Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts, on‑site gym, etc.).

Closing Date for internal posting: March 16, 2026

Closing Date for external posting: Until Filled

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of Health and is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, provided the applicant meets the bona‑fide requirements for the position. Applicants should make their accommodation requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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