Sessional Lecturer - COG415H1S Cognitive Science in Practice

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

Job summary

University of Toronto invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach COG415H1S: Cognitive Science in Practice. The course grounds theory in real-world practice and engages students in quantitative and qualitative evaluation, with in-class reflection and group activities.

Delivery is currently in-person, Tuesdays 10am–1pm, Winter 2027, in Toronto. The successful candidate will design and deliver course content, assess student work, and manage marking and grades.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cognitive Science or cognate field is required.
• Ph.D. preferred; experience teaching in a university environment is preferred; relevant background in Cognitive Science is required.
• Experience developing and delivering curriculum for university students; experience teaching research methods and/or experiential/service learning would be an asset.
• Experience teaching undergraduates and online software/Quercus an asset.

Responsibilities

• Normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content.
• Development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades.
• Holding regular office hours.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Education

Master's degree in Cognitive Science or cognate field

Ph.D. preferred; university teaching experience preferred

Tools

Quercus

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Sessional Lecturer - COG415H1S Cognitive Science in Practice

COG415H1S - Cognitive Science in Practice

This course provides Cognitive Science students with opportunities to practice quantitative and qualitative evaluation and assessment methods in real world situations and juxtapose theory with practice. Placement activities will ground topics such as problem solving, logistics, decision making, etc., through practical application, individual and group / in-class critical reflection.

Position: 1

Estimated Teaching Assistant Support: none

Class Schedule: Tuesdays 10am-1pm **

**The delivery method for this course is currently in-person. Please note that, in keeping with public health advisories, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the College.

Dates of Appointment: 1 January 2027 - 30 April 2027 (Winter semester)

$9,997.46 (Sessional Lecturer1)

Salary: 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: A Master's degree in Cognitive Science or a cognate field is required.

Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. preferred; experience teaching in a university environment preferred; relevant background in Cognitive Science required. Candidates should have previous experience in developing and delivering curriculum for university students; experience in teaching research methods and/or with experiential learning activities or service learning would be an asset. Experience teaching undergraduates and online software/Quercus an asset.

Relevant Criterion: Past teaching experience is the more relevant criterion than the need to acquire experience in respect of this posted position.

Description of Duties: Normal duties related to the design and teaching of a university credit course, including preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; calculation and submission of grades; holding regular office hours.

If during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Leila Farrow at [e-mail] or 416-978-8083.

A valid email address is required.

Posting Date: Friday 23 October 2026

Closing Date: Friday 13 November 2026

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.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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] .

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening 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] .

The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website .