Teaching Fellowship Opportunity  

Location: Waterloo, ON 

Work Arrangement: hybrid work options available in alignment with operational needs. 

Hours Per Week: 37.5 

Employment Term: Full Time 

Position Start Date: August 4, 2026 

Position Reports To: Associate Director, Training Programs 

Number of Existing Vacancies: 1

Perimeter Institute is pleased to be seeking a Teaching Fellow to join our Academic Staff in support of our graduate and undergraduate education and training mandates. This position will be offered as a 3-year fellowship to commence August 2026. Exceptional candidates may be considered directly for an open-ended appointment as a Teaching Faculty.  

The position is open to candidates in any research area, with preference given to candidates who's expertise will strengthen Perimeter’s training and research initiatives in quantum information, quantum matter, and/or quantum foundations. Teaching Fellows devote approximately 60% of their time to teaching, mentorship, and service and leadership within Perimeter’s training programs, with the remaining 40% available for research in their field(s) of interest. 

Most notably, Perimeter Teaching Fellows provide support to our flagship Perimeter Scholars International master’s program (PSI). As part of this support, fellows will typically give lectures, or support lectures given by faculty, organize and supervise tutorials and manage homework. Fellows may also organize and deliver learning activities to students in other aspects of the department, including the PhD program, undergraduate summer programs, and the PSI Bridge program, and any other future initiatives and programs which might be developed. Fellows play a central role in academic program design and service, including participation in admissions processes for graduate and undergraduate programs, service on PSI research essay defense committees, and leadership and organization of academic events and initiatives. Fellows interact on an ongoing basis with students in individual and group study and assist in the evaluations of students. For more information about the Perimeters Scholars International program, please visit perimeterscholars.org. 

Teaching Fellows are encouraged to actively engage in research while at Perimeter in their field(s) of interest. Monetary support in the form of an annual research fund will be provided and active participation in ongoing research-related activities at Perimeter will be encouraged. 

Applicants should hold a PhD in theoretical physics, mathematical physics, or a related area, have the ability to master the material taught in the courses, and have demonstrated aptitude and enthusiasm for teaching physics while carrying an active presence in the broader research community.  

The starting salary for this position ranges from $75,600 to $79,800 CDN.  Annual salary increases are determined by performance and contributions to the organization. Perimeter’s compensation philosophy emphasizes fairness and transparency, ensuring alignment with both internal equity and external market benchmarks. Salary ranges are regularly reviewed and updated to remain competitive and equitable. 

Applicants are requested to complete a short general information form and submit the following materials: 

• Curriculum vitae 
• List of publications 
• Research statement 
• Teaching statement describing your interest and experience in teaching 
• Minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation 

We welcome all applicants to apply by February 26, 2026.  However, applications will be considered until the position is filled. 

Perimeter Institute is 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. 

Applicants who require special accommodation in order to complete their application/interview are encouraged to contact accessibility@perimeterinstitute.ca for assistance.