University of Toronto
Job title:
Sessional Lecturer – EEB266H1F – Animal Diversity: Invertebrates
Company
University of Toronto
Job description
Date Posted: 06/14/2024
Req ID: 37991
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course Number and Title: EEB266H1F – Animal Diversity: InvertebratesCourse description: The diversity of invertebrates (e.g. sponges, jellyfish, flatworms, molluscs, segmented worms, round worms, arthropods, echinoderms and several smaller phyla) is explored, focusing on taxonomic characters that define each group and their placement in the evolutionary tree of life, ecological function, biological requirements, and geographical distribution. Labs emphasize identification and recognition of major groups, including dissection when appropriate. (Lab Materials Fee: $26)Estimate of the course enrolment: 45Estimate of TA support: 140 hoursClass schedule: Lectures – Fridays 10:00am-12:00pm; and Labs – Wednesdays 1:00pm-4:00pmSessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024Salary (0.5FCE): $9,457.90 for Sessional Lecturer I ($9,930.79 for SLI Long Term); $10,121.77 for Sessional Lecturer II ($10,326.62 for SLII Long Term); $10,362.76 for Sessional Lecturer III ($10,570.02 for SLIII Long Term), inclusive of vacation payPlease note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevailMinimum Qualifications: Knowledge of the subject area and ability in teaching the course subject at a university level. A strong academic background in in ecology is required, specifically a detailed knowledge of invertebrate biology and taxonomy; PhD in biology; demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level.Preferred Qualifications: Past experience teaching this course or a similar university-level course on the diversity and biology of invertebrate animals.Description of the duties: Prepare syllabus; prepare and deliver lectures and laboratories including tests and exams; train and supervise teaching assistant(s) assigned to course; hold office hours; prepare, supervise, and grade assignments, tests and examinations, as appropriate, in accordance with University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook.Application Process: All individuals interested in this position must submit a Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at , via email to: Jenn English ( ), Payroll Officer, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto, 25 Willcocks St. (ESC 3055H), Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 3B2Closing Date: 07/09/2024, 11:59PM EDT
**This job 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. 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.
Expected salary
Location
Toronto, ON
Job date
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 22:49:46 GMT
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