Course Lecturer EPSC 201

McGill University; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university seeks a qualified candidate to teach the 'Understanding Planet Earth' course. Responsibilities include managing the course, creating exam materials, grading, and overseeing teaching assistants. A PhD in Earth Sciences or similar field and prior teaching experience are essential. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in Quebec. Strong English communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching introductory Earth science courses at the university level.
• Authorized to work in Canada.
• Willing to work in the province of Quebec.
• English communication both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Teach 'Understanding Planet Earth, EPSC 201' course.
• Course management and creation of exam materials.
• Grading and managing teaching assistants.

Education

PhD in Earth Sciences or a similar field

Job description

Job Description:

Teach Understanding Planet Earth, EPSC 201 (3 credits), a course that covers Earth's origin, its place in the solar system, its internal structure, rocks and minerals, the formation of metal and fossil fuel deposits, and the extinction of dinosaurs.

Responsibilities include teaching, course management, creating exam materials, some grading, and managing teaching assistants (TAs). Class lectures are 3 hours a week for 13 weeks per term.

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

• PhD in Earth Sciences or a similar field
• Prior experience teaching introductory Earth science courses at the university level

Requirements to Work at McGill University:

• Authorized to work in Canada
• Willing to work in the province of Quebec
• English communication both verbally and in writing

McGill University is an equal opportunities employer.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.