2026 Canada Excellence Research Chair Opportunities

What do I need before I can begin?

Consult the 2026 Canada Excellence Research Chairs competition overview for information about the Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) Program, including applicant eligibility.

Overview

The University of Toronto and its affiliated research hospitals invite applications to Canada Excellence Research Chairs opportunities in a range of disciplines. Applicants will be internationally recognized researchers whose program of research aligns with one or more of the Government of Canada’s Science, Technology and Innovation priority areas.

The Canada Excellence Research Chairs program is intended to strengthen Canada’s ability to attract the world’s top researchers who will pursue leading-edge research and advance the frontiers of knowledge on a global scale. Successful candidates will propose an innovative program of high-quality research and will establish and maintain a diverse core team of researchers and trainees.

2026 CERC Postings

To view CERC opportunities at the University of Toronto (U of T) and its affiliated hospitals, please click the appropriate link below.

Opportunities coming soon.

VPRI Role

  • Post all current CERC opportunities to this website for a minimum of 30 days prior to the registration deadline
  • Maintain an archive of postings for CERC opportunities at U of T and its affiliated hospitals (for three years)

VPRI Contact

Staff

Judith Chadwick

Assistant Vice-President, Research Services
Research Services Office (RSO)
(416) 978-5129