Quantum Mechanics II Sessional Lecturer (In-Person)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toronto invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer I to teach an in-person course on quantum theory, including the Schrödinger equation, perturbation theory, WKB, and angular momentum. The appointment runs January 6, 2027 to April 30, 2027, with vacation pay included in the stated salary.

Ph.D. in Physics required, proven teaching excellence with documentation such as student surveys or sample lectures.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant area of Physics. Currency and mastery of subject area required.
• Past teaching experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching similar course.
• Applicants should demonstrate teaching excellence by providing documentation in the form of student surveys, letters, or other appropriate pieces of evidence.
• Excellent candidates otherwise considered to be equivalently qualified may be asked to present a sample lecture on a topic from the course, and performance in such a lecture will be considered important in the final assessment.

Responsibilities

• All normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including but not limited to preparation and delivery of course content, development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and examinations, calculations and submission of grades, provide direction and supervision of TA's, and holding regular office hours.

Education

Ph.D. in Physics

Job description

The University of Toronto invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer I to teach an in-person course on quantum theory, including the Schrödinger equation, perturbation theory, WKB, and angular momentum. The appointment runs January 6, 2027 to April 30, 2027, with vacation pay included in the stated salary.

Ph.D. in Physics required, proven teaching excellence with documentation such as student surveys or sample lectures.