Sessional Lecturer - EESD02H3

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

Job summary

University of Toronto invites applications for a Contaminant Hydrogeology course lecturer (EESD02H3). The role involves developing and delivering lectures, preparing materials, grading, holding office hours, and supervising TA.

Lectures are scheduled in-person on Tuesdays from 10 am to 1 pm, with potential integration of case studies and current research to enrich student learning. Requirements include a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Specialized expertise in hydrogeology, groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and subsurface modelling.
• Experience with contaminant transport modelling tools and university teaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lectures, prepare course materials, grade assignments and exams, hold office hours, and supervise TA.
• Integrate case studies, field methods, and current research to enhance student understanding.
• Schedule: Lectures Tue 10 am - 1 pm (in-person).

Skills

contaminant transport modelling tools

university-level teaching experience

Education

Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences

Job description

Description:

Course number and title: EESD02H3 - Contaminant Hydrogeology

Course description: Natural hydrochemical processes; the use of major ions, minor ions, trace metals and environmental isotopes in studying the occurrence and nature of ground water flow. Point and non-point sources of ground water contamination and the mechanisms of contaminant transport.

Number of Hours:0.5 FCE

Sessional dates of appointment: Specific duties will occur between January 1, 2027 and April 30, 2027.

Salary: Starting September 1, 2026 the following rates of pay apply for half courses (F or S), inclusive of vacation pay: $9,997.48 for a Sessional Lecturer I; $10,699.22 for a Sessional Lecturer I-Long Term; $10,699.22 for a Sessional Lecturer II; $10,953.96 for an Sessional Lecturer II-Long Term; $10,953.96 Sessional Lecturer III; and $11,228.90 for a Sessional Lecturer III-Long Term. 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: Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field, with specialized expertise in areas such as hydrogeology, groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and modeling of subsurface systems. Candidates should have experience with contaminant transport modelling tools and preferably university-level teaching experience.

Description of duties: To develop and deliver lectures, prepare course materials, grade assignments and exams, hold office hours, and supervise TA. The role may also involve integrating case studies, field methods, and current research to enhance student understanding.
Schedule for the course:

Lectures: Tue 10 am - 1 pm (in-person)

We can't adjust the lecture schedule, so please only apply if you are available during the times above.

Application Procedures:

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment;

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 CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement; Consequently, they should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

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 get in touch with Annie Kostadinova at [e-mail] .

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, LGBTQ persons and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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

Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening 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] .