Introduction to Anthropology

University of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Guelph seeks a Sessional Lecturer for the Winter 2027 offering of ANTH*1150*01 Introduction to Anthropology. The appointment covers in-person instruction within the Sociology and Anthropology unit, with responsibilities including orientation, office hours, preparation, and grading.

The incumbent should demonstrate teaching effectiveness, familiarity with course learning outcomes, and knowledge of undergraduate degree regulations. RoFR rights apply to this course.

Qualifications

• PhD related to field required.
• Successful teaching related to field at college or university level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may include dossiers, student evaluations, letters, and other relevant information.
• Familiarity with the University’s Undergraduate Degree Regulations and Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Orientation-Training
• Office Hours
• Preparation
• Student Consultation
• TA Coordination Meetings
• Invigilating Exams
• Grading

Skills

Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Education

PhD in field

Job description

for Teaching Assistants, Graduates Service Assistants & Sessional Lecturers

SL402621-Winter 2027-ANTH*1150*01 Introduction to Anthropology

Sessional Lecturer, Unit 2

Academic Unit:

Sociology and Anthropology

Semester(s) of Assignment(s):

Winter 2027

Number of Available Work Assignment(s) / Sections:

1

Level of Work Assignment(s):

1

Right of First Refusal (RoFR)

A Sessional Lecturer holds a RoFR (i.e., for a particular course) if they have successfully taught the course in the past six (6) semesters. A SL who holds a RoFR to this course is required to exercise their right by way of the online hiring system. Also see: What is Right of First Refusal (RoFR)?

A Sessional Lecturer Currently Holds a Right of First Refusal for this Course:

Yes

Number of Assignments that Carry the Right of First Refusal:

1

Course Number:

ANTH*1150*01

Course Name:

Introduction to Anthropology

Course Format:

In-Person

Course Description:

See Course Calendar

550

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities

Anticipated Duties and Responsibilities:

Orientation-Training

Office Hours

Preparation

Student Consultation

TA Coordination Meetings

Invigilating Exams

Grading

Other Duties Described:

Familiarity with the Department's Learning Outcomes. Final course outlines will include course learning outcomes that connect with some Department Learning Outcomes.Outcomes can be viewed at: https://uoguelphca.sharepoint.com/sites/csahs-soan/SitePages/Undergraduate-Learning-Outcomes.aspxFamiliarity with the University’s Undergraduate Degree Regulations and Procedures, which can be found at: https://calendar.uoguelph.ca/undergraduate-calendar/undergraduate-degree-regulations-procedures/

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Degree:

PhD related to field

Prior Teaching Experience:

Successful teaching related to field at college or university level

Required competence, capability, skill and ability related to course content:

Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may include dossiers, student evaluation of teaching, letters, and other relevant information provided. A preliminary course outline for this course or a similar course previously taught, which may include proposed learning outcomes and assessment strategies. Include these materials as part of CV package.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree:

PhD related to field

PhD and expert in course content

Prior Teaching Experience:

Other

Teaching & Learning Training: Evidence demonstrating teaching and learning development.

Research Experience:

Quality and or Recent Research activity in areas relevant to the course demonstrating knowledge of current developments in course content.

Days Required and Wages

Days and Times Required:

Period of the Work Agreement (Start Date and End Date):

January 7, 2027 to May 7, 2027

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution. For more information, the Office of Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) is a welcoming, safe and confidential one-stop shop for information, training and support on issues relating to diversity and human rights on our campus.
SL work assignments are unionized with CUPE3913 and their terms and conditions of work are covered by the Unit 2 Collective Agreement between the University and CUPE 3913 (email contact: [e-mail]).
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada specifically at the University of Guelph before applying for an academic work assignment. All successful applicants must perform their work in Ontario and must be able to attend on-campus in‑person meetings as required.