Sessional Lecturer - PSL350: Mammalian Molecular Biology (Transcriptomics)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Toronto invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer in Mammalian Molecular Biology (Transcriptomics). The appointment runs January to April 2027, with lectures Tue 9-11 am and Thu 3-5 pm.

Compensation follows CUPE 3902 Unit 3: $899.77 for teaching and $801.13 for small group facilitation. The role requires a PhD in physiology or related field and experience in molecular physiology teaching and student engagement.

Qualifications

• PhD in physiology or related discipline required.
• Experience in molecular physiology and pathophysiology teaching is preferred.
• Ability to develop and deliver lectures and practicum sessions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present a lecture on transcriptomics and run the practicum.
• Prepare exam questions and marking keys as needed.
• Facilitate a small group topic activity and assess student presentations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Molecular physiology

Course development

Student mentoring

Education

PhD in physiology or related discipline

Job description

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Sessional Lecturer - PSL350: Mammalian Molecular Biology (Transcriptomics)

Course Number and Title: PSL350H1S Mammalian Molecular Biology

Section: Transcriptomics

Course Description : Extend molecular biology concepts to current scientific literature in mammalian physiology. Apply these principles to disease and complex behaviours. Discuss bioethical issues raised by these techniques and their application. Benefit from three weeks in small group seminars lead by research professors focusing on current advances in mammalian molecular biology.

Class Schedule: During the scheduled Arts and Science winter term, with classes Tuesdays 9-11 a.m. and Thursdays 3-5 p.m.

Sessional Dates of Appointment: January to April 2027

Salary: In accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement, the rate of pay for teaching in this course will be $899.77, inclusive of vacation pay, and $801.13 for small group facilitation .

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: PhD in physiology or related discipline and prior experience in molecular physiology and pathophysiology research.

Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience in molecular physiology and pathophysiology teaching, as well as in facilitating active learning.

Description of Duties: (1) Develop and present a lecture on transcriptomics on January 26 (9-11am) and run the corresponding practicum session on January 28 (3-5pm). For the lecture/practicum topic, the following need to be developed and uploaded to Quercus: (i) lecture slides, (ii) a research paper to be reviewed in the practicum (uploaded at start of course), (iii) a short 5-10 question knowledge quiz (completed prior to practicum) and (iv) a short 10-15 question follow‑up quiz assessing knowledge and critiques. Must respond to student queries related to the lecture, as appropriate. (2) Prepare unique exam questions for midterm test (with answer key for TA marking) and new make-up test questions, if required. (3) Facilitate a small group topic activity (~March 24 – ~April 2), which includes (i) a lecture that does not overlap with class lectures, (ii) marking student lay summaries/critiques and (iii) assessing student presentations. These duties represent 9% of the lectures + practicums for the course.

Teaching Support Coordinator, Department of Physiology

Accommodations: 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] . During employment, to request accommodation from the University, contact the supervisor or department chair and/or Health & Well-being Programs & Services at [e-mail] . For more information about accommodations at U of T, please visit the Accommodation webpage .

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.

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.

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.

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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 .