Sessional Lecturer - EEB491H1S - Seminar in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Toronto is seeking a Session Lecturer for EEB491H1S – Seminar in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology. The role includes teaching duties, requiring a PhD in Biology and a strong background in biodiversity. The position offers $4,910.35 for 0.25 FCE with session dates from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level.
• Ability to prepare and deliver lectures.
• Familiarity with current research in biodiversity and conservation biology.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of lectures and discussions.
• Availability for office hours and student support.
• Preparation and grading of assignments and tests.

Skills

Knowledge of biodiversity

Teaching ability at university level

Strong background in conservation biology

Research and critical thinking skills

Education

PhD in Biology

Job description

Overview

• Date Posted: 10/22/2025
• Req ID: 45664
• Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
• Department: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
• Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
• Description: Course: EEB491H1S – Seminar in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology (0.25FCE). Course description: Seminar course in biodiversity and conservation biology, emphasizing critical thinking and the synthesis of ideas crossing disciplinary boundaries. Group discussions among peers, facilitated by faculty, and student presentations. Discussions include critical analysis of research and review articles in the primary literature, with a focus on recent developments in biodiversity science and conservation biology. Evaluation based on presentations, participation in class discussions, and written assignments.
• Course Number and Title: EEB491H1S – Seminar in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology (0.25FCE)
• Estimated enrolment: 15
• Number of Positions: 2
• Estimated TA Support: 0 hours
• Class schedule: Lectures – Tuesdays 9:00am-11:00am
• Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026
• Salary (0.25 FCE): $4,910.35 for Sessional Lecturer I ($5,255.02 for SLI Long Term); $5,255.02 for Sessional Lecturer II ($5,380.14 for SLII Long Term); $5,380.14 for Sessional Lecturer III ($5,515.18 for SLIII Long Term), inclusive of vacation pay
• Note on rates: 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

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of the subject area and ability in teaching the course subject at a university level. A strong background in biodiversity, conservation biology, ecology and/or evolutionary biology; PhD in biology; demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching at the university level.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience teaching this or a similar university-level course.

Description of Duties

• Responsibilities: Preparation and delivery of 50% of lectures and discussions; available for office hours; preparation and grading of assignments and tests, as appropriate, in accordance with University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook.

Application Process

• Application requirements: All individuals interested in this position must submit a Curriculum Vitae and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form, available at https://uoft.me/CUPE-3902-Unit-3-Application-Form , via email to: Jenn English ( [e-mail] ), Payroll Officer, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto, 25 Willcocks St. (ESC 3055H), Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 3B2.
• Accommodations: If you require accommodations during the application and/or hiring processes, and/or throughout the duration of the appointment, please contact Jenn English ( [e-mail] ).

Closing Date

• Closing Date: 11/12/2025, 11:59PM EDT

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.