Sessional Instructional Assistant - PHLB09H3: Biomedical Ethics (Emergency Posting)

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

Job summary

A prestigious Canadian university seeks a teaching assistant for the Biomedical Ethics course. The candidate will run weekly tutorials, prepare and grade assignments, and hold office hours. A BA in Philosophy and relevant teaching experience are required. The salary is $54.27 per hour, and the appointment lasts from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026. This position adheres to the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, emphasizing the importance of equity and diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• One year prior experience as a teaching assistant in philosophy courses.
• Competency in the subject matter of the course.

Responsibilities

• Run one-hour tutorials each week.
• Prepare and grade tutorials.
• Organize and submit grades.

Skills

Strong academic record

Teaching experience

Education

BA in Philosophy with specialization

Job description

Overview

This course, PHLB09H3 - Biomedical Ethics, is an examination of moral and legal problems in medical practice, biomedical research, and health policy. Topics include concepts of health and disease, patients' rights, informed consent, allocation of scarce resources, euthanasia, risks and benefits in research, and others.

Duties

• Run one-hour tutorials each week.
• Prepare and grade tutorials.
• Attend training sessions and meetings with the course instructor.
• Organize and submit grades.
• Hold office hours.
• Attend lectures as directed and fulfill general teaching-related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA in Philosophy with specialization or competency in the subject matter of the course.
• Strong academic record.
• One year prior experience as a teaching assistant in philosophy courses at UofT.

Salary & Dates

Salary: $54.27 per hour (exclusive of vacation pay) in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.

Appointment Dates: January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026.

Sessional Dates (including exam periods): January 5, 2026 – April 24, 2026.

Application Process

All pool members who wish to be considered must submit an application and updated CV to Professor Julia Nefsky, Chair of the Department of Philosophy, via the online application system at https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/webapps/cupehiring/ .

Legal Statements

Closing Date: 12/19/2025, 11:59 PM EDT.

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

Students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by CUPE 3902 Unit 1 and should not apply for positions posted under Unit 3.

Diversity Statement: The University of Toronto embraces diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, people with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. Applicants who demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion are highly valued.

Accessibility Statement: The University is committed to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and strives to make recruitment accessible. If you require accommodations, please contact [e-mail].