Sessional Lecturer - ARC362Y1S: Architecture Studio IV

University of Toronto; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 5,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toronto invites applications for a sessional lecturer position in architecture design. The candidate will lead a design studio section under the direction of a course coordinator, delivering content, developing assignments, and providing regular feedback to students.

The role emphasizes teaching architectural design at undergraduate or graduate levels, with a portfolio review as part of assessment. CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement applies.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in architectural design at undergraduate or graduate level.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design and studio pedagogy.
• Portfolio demonstrating design excellence (1-2 pages) required or valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead a design studio section under a course coordinator.
• Prepare and deliver course content in a design studio setting.
• Develop and administer assignments for studio courses.
• Provide students with regular feedback on their studio work.
• Mark and grade student work and submit grades to university officials.
• Maintain reasonable hours of student contact outside scheduled hours.
• Supervise the day-to-day work of Teaching Assistants assigned to the course.
• No expectation for research or administrative service.

Skills

Teaching experience

Architectural design

Studio instruction

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture (or related design discipline)

Job description

Description

Course Description: This studio will focus on the design of a public program or institution in an urban setting through an exploration of the relationship between building types, tectonics, and material assemblies in an urban context.

Estimate of course enrollment: 20

Class Schedule: MO 09:00-12:00, TH 09:00-12:00

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

(Salary inclusive of 4% or 6% vacation pay, where applicable)

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture (or related design discipline) and relevant professional experience in design.

Preferred Qualifications

We are seeking applicants with a professional degree in architecture (Master’s or Bachelor’s) and a record of teaching architectural design at the undergraduate or graduate level. Demonstrated experience in architectural practice is an asset. Demonstrated design excellence is desired and will be evaluated through consideration of professional experience, design awards (if applicable), and a 1-2 page portfolio.

Duties

The chosen candidate(s) will lead a design studio section under the direction of a course coordinator. Normal duties may include the preparation and delivery of course content in a design studio setting; the development and administration of assignments; providing students with regular feedback on their work in the studio setting; the marking and grading of student work and the submission of grades to appropriate University officials in accordance with policy; the maintenance of reasonable hours of student contact outside of scheduled contact hours; and the supervision of the day-to-day work of any Teaching Assistants assigned to the course. There is no expectation of or requirement for research or administrative service.

Closing Date

10/06/2026, 11:59PM EDT

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.

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.

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 a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening 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 see http://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 contact [e-mail].