Sessional Instructional Assistant -FSC415H5S-Advanced Methods in Forensic Biology 1

University of Toronto; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto seeks a Sessional Instructional Assistant for FSC415H5S - Advanced Methods in Forensic Biology. Successful candidates will deliver labs, supervise students, and have significant forensic analysis experience. The role offers competitive pay and is an opportunity to engage students in advanced forensic methodologies from January to April.

Qualifications

• Professional designation and/or experience required.
• Excellence in course subject matter is essential.
• High preference for laboratory experience in forensic science.

Responsibilities

• Prep and deliver weekly 2-hour labs and supervise.
• Assist with marking/grading assignments.
• Organize mock trials for trial exercise execution.

Skills

Laboratory Analysis of Forensic Biological Evidence

Forensic Serology

DNA extraction methods

PCR

SNP genotyping

STR genotyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related forensic sub discipline

Job description

Sessional Instructional Assistant -FSC415H5S-Advanced Methods in Forensic Biology 1

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 32203

Sessional Instructional Assistant

FSC415H5S - Advanced Methods in Forensic Biology

RATE OF PAY: Effective September 1, 2023 the minimum hourly rate shall be:$52.26

COURSE: FSC415H5S - Advanced Methods in Forensic Biology

COURSE DESCRIPTION:This advanced course explores the methodologies and data interpretation of forensic DNA typing, and other forensic biology techniques. The course will cover the principles, protocols, and current practices in an effort to understand the “what”, “how” and “why” of DNA analysis in a forensic context. Students will also learn about new and future trends in the field of forensic DNA typing, where discussion and evaluation of the primary literature is a key component of this course. Practical sessions will focus on the advanced techniques discussed in lecture.

COURSE ENRLLMENT:24


NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1


SIZE OFAPPOINTMENT: 70 hours (total number of assigned hours for all positions is dependent on course enrolment).

APPOINTMENT DATES: January 1, 2025-April 30, 2025

LECTURES: Wednesdays 1-4pm (in-person)

PRACTICALS: Mondays 9am-12pm (in-person)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Biology or related forensic sub discipline field (completed) Professional designation and/or professional experience is required; demonstrated excellence in course subject matter; prior experience working in a forensic science lab setting is highly preferred, as is WHIMS training. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following: Experience/ background in: Laboratory Analysis of Forensic Biological Evidence and crime scene investigation; Forensic Serology & Basic Serology techniques, General experience in molecular biology methods & Forensic DNA profiling: DNA extraction methods; DNA quantitation methods; PCR; SNP genotyping (Real Time PCR and Luminex); STR genotyping using capillary sequencer, primer design.

DUTIES

Prep and delivery of weekly 2-hour labs and all lab demonstratives; Group in-lab supervision; Assist with marking/grading assignments; Grade entry on Quercus; Oversee, schedule and organize mock trials to ensure smooth execution of trial exercise.


TO APPLY: Interested individuals must apply directly to the Forensic Science Program, by 11:59pm on July 18, 2024:

• Via the webform: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/forensic/job-listings/sessional-lecturer-instructional-assistants-cupe-3902-unit-3
• Forward your CV via e-mail to [e-mail] , Program Manager, Forensic Science Program.

All of the above requirements are necessary to be considered.

Questions can be directed to Carolyn Loos, Department Manager, at the above email.


Note : As this is a "posting only" notice, the Department cannot access applications made through the main UofT Careers site for this position. Only applications received via the above two steps will be considered.


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

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.

Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

About the company

The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located on the grounds that surround Queen's Park.

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