Sessional Lecturer 1: CHM396H5 • Analytical and Physical Chemistry Instrumentation Laboratory I

University of Toronto; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for CHM396H5 - Analytical and Physical Chemistry Instrumentation Laboratory I. The role involves delivering course content, developing assessments, and supervising teaching assistants while fostering a supportive learning environment. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry and demonstrate excellence in teaching.

Qualifications

• Mastery of subject area required with recent research experience.
• Past teaching experience required.
• Documentation of teaching excellence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course content.
• Development, administration, and marking of assignments.
• Supervision of TA's and holding office hours.

Skills

High-quality research experience

Excellence in teaching

Education

Ph.D. in relevant area of Chemistry

Job description

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Sessional Lecturer 1: CHM396H5 • Analytical and Physical Chemistry Instrumentation Laboratory I

Date Posted: 06/24/2025
Req ID: 43806
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM: Chem/Phys. Sciences
Campus:University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

Course Title : CHM396H5 • Analytical and Physical Chemistry Instrumentation Laboratory I

Course Description : This analytical and physical chemistry laboratory course represents an integration of the study of fundamental physical chemistry with wide-ranging applications to instrumental methods of analysis, such as separation science, electrochemistry and spectroscopy. The course will provide a solid hands-on grounding in many of the major topics covered in analytical and physical chemistry, and the optimization of instrumental analytical measurements by the application of physical principles. Students select from a variety of instruments to customize their program, and develop their own analytical methods to address analytical problems of interest to the student.

Number of Positions (est) : 1

TA Support (est) : TA support provided for lab demonstration / marking.

Delivery Method : In-person synchronous.

Class schedule : For the most up-to-date course timetable and delivery methods, please visit UTM timetable planner: https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ .

Dates of appointment : 02 September 2025 to 31 December 2025.

Salary :Sessional Lecturer I: $9,820.70, including vacation pay. 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.

Qualifications : Ph.D. in relevant area of Chemistry. Currency and mastery of subject area required as demonstrated by high-quality recent research experience (within the past four years), past teaching experience, and excellence in teaching a 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.

Description of Duties : 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.

Application instructions :Send a cover letter and CV (PDF format) addressed to the selection committee by e-mail to: [e-mail] .

Application Deadline : 16 July 2025.

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.

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.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please seehttp://uoft.me/UP .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please [e-mail] .