Sessional Lecturer - EEB198H1S - Genes and Behaviour

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for EEB198H1S – Genes and Behaviour at St. George campus in Downtown Toronto. The course targets first-year non-science students and explores gene–environment interactions and epigenetics with lecturing and assessment duties.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in evolutionary biology with demonstrated excellence in university teaching. Prior teaching experience with this or a similar course is preferred, and January–April 2027 appointment

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the subject area and ability in teaching the course subject at a university level.
• PhD in evolutionary biology with a strong background in behaviour, genetics, and/or gene–environment interactions.
• Demonstrated excellence in university teaching.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures; prepare course syllabus.
• Available for office hours; prepare, supervise and grade assignments, tests and examinations as described in policy.
• Comply with University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Handbook.

Skills

University teaching

Evolutionary biology background

Gene-environment interactions

Public speaking/lecturing

Education

PhD in Evolutionary Biology

Job description

Date Posted: 10/16/2026
Req ID: 50561
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: [[positionNumber]]
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

Course Number and Title:

EEB198H1S – Genes and Behaviour

Course Description:

This course examines the new paradigm in behaviour genetic research. Lectures explore why the concept of a nature-nurture dichotomy is passé and has been replaced by a new understanding gained from animal and human research in the areas of gene by environment interaction and epigenetics; how our genome listens to our environment and the effect this has on our health and behaviour; why our early experiences are critical for the development of our brains and our bodies; and how together this new body of knowledge will help us understand how individual differences in behaviour and health arise. This course is for first-year, non-science students in all disciplines.

Estimated Course Enrolment:

24

Estimated TA Support:

0 hours

Class Schedule:

Wednesdays 11:00am-1:00pm

Sessional Dates of Appointment:

January 1, 2027 to April 20, 2027

Salary (0.5 FCE):

$9,997.48 for Sessional Lecturer I ($10,699.22 for SLI Long Term); $10,699.22 for Sessional Lecturer II ($10,953.96 for SLII Long Term); $10, 953.96 for Sessional Lecturer III ($11,228.90 for SLIII Long Term), inclusive of vacation pay.

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:

Knowledge of the subject area and ability in teaching the course subject at a university level. PhD in evolutionary biology with a strong background in behaviour, genetics, and/or gene-environment interactions; demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience teaching this or a similar university-level course.

Description of the Duties:

Prepare and deliver lectures; prepare course syllabus ; available for office hours; prepare, supervise, and grade assignments, tests and examinations, as appropriate, in accordance with University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook.

Closing Date:

11/06/2026, 11:59PM ET

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Job Category:

Sessional Instruction

Divisional HR Office Email:

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Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.