Sessional Lecturer - NMC344H1S - Hyskos Subjects to Empire Builders: Cultural and Political History

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Toronto seeks a Sessional Lecturer in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations. The candidate will prepare and deliver course content, hold office hours, and develop assignments. A PhD in a related field is required. This role offers competitive remuneration ranging from $9,820.70 to $11,030.36 depending on experience, with a class schedule on Tuesdays.

Qualifications

• Evidence of knowledge in subject matter.
• Preparation and delivery of course content.
• Development and marking of assignments.

Responsibilities

• Hold regular office hours.
• Calculate and submit grades.
• Conduct lectures and teach courses.

Skills

Knowledge in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations

Experience in teaching

Education

PhD in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations or related field

Job description

Date Posted: 10/01/2025
Req ID: 43869
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Near & Middle East Civilizations
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

Exploration of the primary archaeological, architectural, and inscriptional sources, questioning interpretations and analyzing how Egypt confronted foreign domination and developed into a major empire in the New Kingdom under Thutmose III, Hatshepsut, Akhenaten, and Ramesses II, then fragmented politically in the Third Intermediate Period and ultimately became a colony itself.

Course details: Estimated Course Enrolment: 35, Estimated TA Support: N/A, Class Schedule: Tuesdays, 11:00am – 1:00pm, Class Format: In Person, Sessional Dates of Appointment: January 1, 2026 – April 30, 2026

Salary (including vacation pay):

• Sessional Lecturer I – $9,820.70
• Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term – $10,510.04
• Sessional Lecturer II – $10,510.04
• Sessional Lecturer II, Long Term - $10,760.28
• Sessional Lecturer III – $10,760.28
• Sessional Lecturer III, Long Term - $11,030.36

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations or related field or equivalent knowledge and experience. Evidence of knowledge in subject matter.

Description of Duties: Preparation and delivery of course content; development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams; holding regular office hours; calculation and submission of grades; and other teaching related duties and administrative tasks associated with an undergraduate course.

Application Instructions: Applications should be addressed to the Department Chair and include a Curriculum Vitae; a CUPE Unit 3 application form; Cover Letter; and the names of two references and their contact information. Applications should be emailed to [e-mail].

Closing Date: 10/15/2025, 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.

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.

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 position.