Sessional Lecturer - BIOL3640U Plant Biology – Fall 2025

Ontario Tech University; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian University in Oshawa is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for Plant Biology (BIOL3640U) for Fall 2025. The lecturer will teach in-person classes, develop course material, and employ inclusive teaching strategies. Candidates must have a PhD in Biological Sciences and proven teaching excellence in a post-secondary environment. Applications are due by August 22, 2025.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent teaching contributions.
• Proven aptitude for teaching at graduate or undergraduate level.
• Experience in a post-secondary environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach a course on plant biology.
• Utilize technology for teaching and assessments.
• Consult with students before and after classes.

Skills

Innovative teaching strategies

Collaboration

Communication skills

Teaching excellence in Biology

Familiarity with Canvas LMS

Online teaching capability

Class management

Supervision of Teaching Assistants

Organizational skills

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences

Tools

Canvas

Kaltura Media

Google Meets

Job description

Sessional Lecturer - BIOL3640U Plant Biology – Fall 2025

Tracking Code:req1651

Faculty of Science

Number of Sections: 1

Appointment Type:Limited Term

Salary Grade:Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date:July 18, 2025

Closing Date: August 22, 2025(7:00 pm EST)

Course Name and Number:BIOL3640U -Plant Biology

Location of classes: North Campus, Oshawa, ON

Course Start Date: September 2, 2025

Course End Date: December 19, 2025

Schedule Type:In-person (M, W - 2:10-3:30pm)

Reporting to the Dean of Science, the Sessional Lecturer provides instruction to graduate and/or undergraduate students in the Faculty of Science.

BIOL3640U – PlantBiology
This course is an introduction to plantbiology, including an emphasis on the form and function of vascular plants. In addition to functional and anatomical characteristics of vascular plants, plant nutrition, plant-soil interactions, and biotechnological advances will be covered.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

The primary responsibility of the applicant is to (develop and) teach a theoretically, methodologically sophisticated and relevant course at the university level within the parameters of the course description listed above. In keeping with a technology-enhanced learning environment, utilizing laptop computers and wireless connectivity, the Sessional Lecturer will deliver the course using a technology-enhanced learning approach that includes a variety of inclusive teaching and learning strategies and assessments. The Sessional Lecturer will prepare, deliver, and grade all course material and assignments and be available for consultation with students during and following completion of the course session.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and PSAC. The collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website.Candidates will be required to certify that they are currently legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the contract.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellent teaching contributions with a proven aptitude for teaching at the undergraduate/graduatelevel.

Priority will be given to an Internal Applicant who has taught any course for the University in three (3) different sessions in the past thirty-six (36) months, provided they meet the requirements for the position as outlined in the job posting.

Required Skills:

• A proven commitment to providing innovative and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Evidence of an ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to maintain effective relationships with a range of faculty, staff and students.
• Candidates will have demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate/graduate students in a Biology program.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the Learning Management System, Canvas.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver classes remotely, using online modalities such as Kaltura Media and Google Meets.
• Proven experience managing large classes and diverse populations.
• Experience coordinating and supervising Teaching Assistants as applicable.
• Excellent organizational skills are needed to effectively manage course delivery, the marking of assignments and exams and the ability respond to student enquiries in a timely manner.

Education:

A PhD in Biological Sciences with documented expertise in plant biology.

Experience: Preference will be given to those candidates with demonstrated teaching excellence experiences in a post-secondary environment

Priority will be given to an Internal Applicant who has taught any course for the University in three (3) different sessions in the past thirty-six (36) months, provided they meet the requirements for the position as outlined in the job posting.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepteduntil August 22, 2025or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and those eligible to work in Canada, will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contactJulie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist.For more informationabout the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’sAccessibility Policy.

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of theMississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location:Oshawa, ON, Canada