Sessional Lecturer - CAS370H1S: Asian Cities

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 9,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto is seeking a qualified candidate for the Sessional Lecturer position to teach 'Asian Cities'. The role entails preparing course materials, conducting lectures, and overseeing TA activities. Ideal applicants will hold a relevant PhD and demonstrate excellence in teaching. The appointment extends from January to April 2026 with an enrollment of 65 students and a focus on multidisciplinary approaches to urban life in Asia.

Qualifications

• Completed PhD with current knowledge of research in relevant areas.
• Strong scholarly background in disciplines relevant to the course.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of course syllabus and teaching materials.
• Planning and teaching weekly lectures.
• Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams.
• Supervising and training TA.

Skills

Commitment to teaching

Research knowledge in relevant areas

Education

PhD in Anthropology, History, Sociology, Asian Studies, Geography, or related fields

Job description

Date Posted: 06/06/2025
Req ID: 43074
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Asian Institute
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Course number and title:CAS370H1S: Asian Cities

Course description:This course offers a multidisciplinary perspective of urban life in Asia. The thematic focus will be on how the urban intersects with modernities and postcolonial formations. Drawing on recent scholarship in the social sciences and the humanities, we will examine the realignment of cultural, political, and economic forces associated with Asia’s diverse processes of urbanization.

Estimated course enrolment: 65 students

Estimated TA support: 70 hours

Class schedule: Wednesdays: 11:00 am -13:00 pm

*Please note, the delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026

Salary:

Sessional Lecturer I (SL I): $9,820.70; Sessional Lecturer I - Long Term (SL I -LT): $10,510.04; Sessional Lecturer II (SL II): $10,510.04; Sessional Lecturer II – Long Term (SL II -LT): $10,760.28; Sessional Lecturer III (SL III): $10,760.28; Sessional Lecturer III – Long Term (SL III – LT): $11,030.36.

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:Completed PhD in the disciplines of Anthropology, History, Sociology, Asian Studies, Geography, or related fields, as well as current knowledge of research in these areas are required. A strong scholarly background in disciplines relevant to the course is required. Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching.

Preferred qualifications:Demonstrated evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred. Previous experience in teaching a similar course is preferred.

Description of duties:

• Preparation of course syllabus and course marking scheme

• Planning and teaching weekly lectures

• Setting and marking assignments/tests/exams and course administration in accordance with University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook for Instructors

• Create and maintain Quercus site for the course

• Submission of grades

• Available for office hours for academic counselling of students

• Dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions

• Supervising and training TA

Application Procedure:

All individuals interested in this position must submit an updated Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form. Prior syllabi and teaching evaluations, if available, may be submitted as part of the application package. Please submit materials to:

Program Administrator and Communications Officer, Contemporary Asian Studies Program

Asian Institute at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto

Email: [e-mail]

Closing Date:06/27/2025, 11:59PM EDT
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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.