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A prestigious educational institution in Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for the CHM151Y1Y course in Chemistry: The Molecular Science. The lecturer will coordinate and deliver in-person laboratory experiments, support students during office hours, and manage laboratory logistics. Applicants must hold a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry and have experience in lecturing at the university level. The position runs from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026.
Sessional Lecturer - CHM151Y1Y (Practical Section) - Chemistry: The Molecular Science
Date Posted: 10/01/2025
Req ID: 45330
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Chemistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Course Title and Code: CHM151H1Y (Practical Section) - Chemistry: The Molecular Science
Course Description: An introduction to the major areas of modern chemistry, including organic and biological chemistry; physical chemistry and chemical physics; and inorganic/materials chemistry. The first section covers principles of structure and reactions of organic molecules and their role in biological processes. The next section introduces methods of structure determination and the properties and uses of inorganic elements, including novel materials and catalysts. The final section covers the physical-chemical principles underlying molecular structure, reactivity and energy. The laboratory provides an introduction to important chemical techniques and practical illustrations of lecture material, consisting of several experiments over the year and experience in physical, organic and inorganic chemical reactions.
Estimated Enrolment: 120 students
Estimated TA Support: 350 TA hours
In-Person class Schedule: Mondays and Tuesdays in alternating weeks, 2:00 - 5:30 pm
Sessional Dates of Appointment: January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026
Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in inorganic chemistry or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience lecturing and/or coordinating introductory-level laboratories in inorganic chemistry and/or physical chemistry at the university level.
The Department of Chemistry requires a sessional lecturer to deliver and facilitate the in-person laboratory experiments in inorganic and physical chemistry for CHM151Y1 (Chemistry: The Molecular Science) in Winter 2026. Duties include coordinating labs with all related organizational aspects, supervising laboratory demonstrators, managing and reporting student laboratory marks, and holding office hours.
Applicants should submit by email a detailed letter of application, an updated curriculum vitae, and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form. Ensure you are using the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form.
Submit applications to:
Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies, Department of Chemistry
80 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario M5S 3H6
e-mail: chem.undergrad@utoronto.ca
Closing Date: 10/23/2025, 11:59PM EDT
Note: 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. If rates vary from those stated in this posting, the rates in the collective agreement prevail.
Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to Sessional Lecturer II or III in accordance with CUPE 3902 Unit 3.
Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by CUPE 3902 Unit 1 and should not apply for Unit 3 postings.
Candidates from Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply; their lived experience will be considered where applicable.
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