Sessional Lecturer- BME440H1: Biomedical Engineering Technology and Investigation

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for a course focused on biomedical research technologies. The position requires a graduate degree in engineering or related fields, teaching experience, and offers a competitive salary based on qualifications. Lecturers will engage in both theoretical and practical teaching activities in a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in topic area of the course required.
• Teaching experience at the university level or equivalent industry level required.
• Preferred qualifications include evidence of excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of course content including lectures and seminars.
• Administration of assignments, tests, and examinations.
• Supervision of Sessional Instructional Assistants or Teaching Assistants.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate degree in Engineering or closely related field

PhD preferred

Job description

Course Description: Fundamental biomedical research technologies with specific focus on cellular and molecular methodologies. Examples include DNA and protein analysis and isolation, microscopy, cell culture and cellular assays. Combines both theoretical concepts and hand-on practical experience via lectures and wet labs, respectively. Specific applications as applied to biotechnology and medicine will also be outlined and discussed.

Estimated Course Enrollment: 40

Estimated TA Support:210 hours

Class Schedule: TBA

Sessional Dates of Appointment: September 1, 2025- December 31, 2025.

Salary:

Sessional Lecturer I: $9,457.90
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $9,930.79
Sessional Lecturer II $10,121.77
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,326.62
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,362.76
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $10,570.02

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 Qualification:

Graduate degree in Engineering, or closely related field required (PhD preferred).

Demonstrated expertise in topic area of the course required.

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills required.

Teaching experience at the university level or equivalent industry level required.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD with Engineering or Science background;

Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching preferred.

Description of Duties:

Normal duties associated with the design and teaching of university degree courses or sections of courses. These may include the preparation and delivery of course content, including lectures and/or seminars; creation of course ware; the development and administration of assignments, tests and examinations; 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 Sessional Instructional Assistants or Teaching Assistants assigned to the course. There is no expectation of or requirement for research or administrative service.

Application Instructions:

All individuals interested in this position must submit their application to Ashley Miles ( # ). This includes submitting an updated Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit3 application form available at uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form.