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Job summary

The University of Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for CHI314H5S Chinese Culture through Media. The role is in-person under CUPE 3902 Unit 3 and runs January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027. Responsibilities include designing and delivering content, engaging with students, and assessing coursework.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Chinese literature, film studies or cultural studies, show expertise in Chinese cultural studies and university teaching, and demonstrate near-native Mandarin

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chinese literature, film studies or cultural studies or a closely related field is required.
• Demonstrated expertise in Chinese cultural studies and experience teaching university-level courses in Chinese film or culture are required.
• (Near-)native fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required.

Responsibilities

• All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content.
• Out-of-class interactions with students via e-mail and office hours; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; order all necessary readings.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese fluency

University-level teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Chinese literature, film studies or cultural studies

Job description

Job Posting Sessional Lecturer - CHI314H5S Chinese Culture through Media

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Course number and title:
CHI314H5S Chinese Culture through Media

This course examines Chinese cultural traditions and values through contemporary media produced in China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. Background readings and literary works will provide students with the necessary historical and cultural context for each work. Class discussions will focus on the political, social and cultural transformations presented in the media. Special attention will be paid to topics such as family, class issues, gender and identity.

Number of Positions: 1

(Please see ttb.utoronto.ca)

[NOTE: The mode of instruction for this course is expected to in-person. However, if this changes for any reason, you will be provided with as much advance notice as practicable.]

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027

Sessional Lecturer I - $9,997.48 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer I Long Term - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer II - $10,699.22 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer II Long Term - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer III - $10,953.96 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Sessional Lecturer III Long Term - $11,228.90 inclusive of vacation pay (0.5 FCE)

Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Ph.D. in Chinese literature, film studies or cultural studies or a closely related field is required.
Demonstrated expertise in Chinese cultural studies and experience teaching university-level courses in Chinese film or culture are required.
(Near-)native fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required.

Preferred qualifications:

Demonstrated excellence in teaching this course, or a similar course at the university level, is preferred.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.

Description of duties:

All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a University credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; out-of-class interactions with students via e-mail and office hours; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; order all necessary readings.

Cover letter (this should specify the way in which the applicant’s background and experience give them mastery of the topic)

Current academic CV

Most recent course evaluations (if any)

Please do not apply on this website; only applications submitted to website above will be considered.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note that an interview may be part of the hiring process.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position.

The deadline to apply is November 18, 2026.