Sessional Lecturer, INF2151H - Indigenous Data Governance Foundations

University Of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for the Winter Term 2026 to teach Indigenous Data Governance Foundations. This role involves preparing course materials, delivering lectures, and engaging with students on critical Indigenous data issues. Candidates should possess a PhD or relevant Master's degree and teaching experience. The position requires on-site presence near the university, with a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a completed or near-completed PhD or a Master's with extensive experience.
• Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing course materials and delivering lectures/seminars/labs.
• Developing assessments, grading, and holding office hours.

Skills

Teaching

Indigenous Methodologies

Data Governance

Education

PhD in a related field

Master’s degree with extensive professional experience

Job description

University of Toronto
Faculty of Information

Sessional Lecturer

Winter Term 2026 (January - April)

Course: INF2151H – Indigenous Data Governance Foundations

Course Description:
This course introduces students to the ethics, principles, frameworks, and methodologies involved in designing and creating data collection and governance systems that focus on the sovereignty and self-determinism of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples, as well as Indigenous peoples globally.

The course examines the legal and political dynamics of Indigenous-settler relations, emphasizing the problematic history of data collection by various actors within Indigenous populations, and explores data sovereignty measures developed by Indigenous communities.

Students will learn about Indigenous and Western epistemic traditions, worldviews, and ways of being, integrating Indigenous methodologies into critical analysis. Key frameworks such as OCAP (Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession) and CARE (Collective Benefit, Authority to Control, Responsibility, and Ethics), along with legal and policy implications of UNDRIP (United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples), are emphasized.

The course also covers emerging trends and case studies in Indigenous data governance, including operational examples from various jurisdictions like the Inuit Circumpolar Council and data governance policies in settler governments and industries.

Enrollment and Support:
Estimated enrollment: 35 students
No TA support anticipated; 75 hours estimated for classes with 36+ students, subject to enrollment.

Schedule:
Class schedule to be determined. Sessional dates: January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026.
Location: Applicants must be located near the University premises to fulfill duties on-site.

Salary:
Range from $10,300 to $11,485, depending on rank and experience, as per collective agreement.
Please note: If collective agreement rates differ, the agreement rates take precedence.

Qualifications:
Candidates should have a completed or near-completed PhD in a related field, or a Master’s degree with extensive professional experience. Teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities:
Preparing course materials, delivering lectures/seminars/labs, developing assessments, grading, and holding office hours.

Application:
Deadline: June 10, 2025
Submit a CV and CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form as a single PDF to Melissa Szopa, Administrative Coordinator, Faculty of Information, 140 St. George Street. Preference will be given to qualified individuals at Sessional Lecturer II and III levels, per Article 14:12 of the collective agreement.