Course Lecturer - URBP 623 Planning Studio 2

McGill University; Harrington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in Canada seeks a Co-instructor for an Urban Planning Studio focused on urban design and housing development. The position requires an MSc. degree in urban planning, knowledge of Montreal housing policy, and experience in site or real-estate development. The course meets on Mondays and Thursdays, with a salary of $11,479 for 3 credits. Equity and diversity are prioritized in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with studio-based teaching in an urban planning context.
• Professional experience in site- or real-estate development.
• Relevant academic teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach an Urban Planning Studio course focused on design and housing development.

Skills

Knowledge of Montreal housing policy

Community organizing

Models of delivering non-profit housing

Urban design principles

Education

MSc. (or higher) degree in urban planning or related discipline

Job description

Co-instructor position for an Urban Planning Studio focused on urban design and development of a housing project.

The course meets on Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30-5:30 pm, from January 5 through April 14. The position requires knowledge of Montreal housing policy, community organizing, and various models of delivering non-profit housing, as well as urban design principles.

Salary: $11,479 (3 credits worth)

Teaching Qualification Requirements:

• The candidate must hold an MSc. (or higher) degree in urban planning, urban studies, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with Studio-based teaching in an urban planning teaching context is required.
• Some professional experience in site- or real-estate development (either directly or in a close management or advisory role) is necessary, ideally in the housing sector and in both private and not-for-profit contexts.
• Preference is given to applicants with relevant academic teaching experience and publications.

Important Notes:

• To work at McGill University, you must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec.
• McGill University is an English-language university, requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

Hiring Details:

• Hiring Unit: School of Urban Planning
• Course Title: Planning Studio 2
• Subject Code: URBP 623
• Location: Macdonald Harrington Building
• Schedule: Mondays and Thursdays, 2:35 pm to 5:25 pm
• Deadline to Apply: 2025-10-15

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity. We welcome applications from diverse candidates, including racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities.