Sessional Lecturer - PSY260H1S (LEC5101) - Introduction to Learning and Plasticity

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

Job summary

University of Toronto invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer for PSY260H1S – Introduction to Learning and Plasticity at St. George campus in Toronto. The appointment runs January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027, with in-person delivery and potential changes as determined by the Faculty or Department.

Teaching experience in learning theories, memory, and neural plasticity is valued. Minimum qualifications include a completed PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience, Neuroscience, Psychology or a closely

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Completed PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience, Neuroscience, Psychology, or a closely related field, with demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing; counselling students; setting final exam; invigilating and reporting final marks; supervising course TAs.

Education

Completed PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience, Neuroscience, Psychology, or a closely related field

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Sessional Lecturer - PSY260H1S (LEC5101) - Introduction to Learning and Plasticity

Date Posted: 10/23/2026
Req ID: 50694
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Psychology
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Course number and title:PSY260H1S (LEC5101) – Introduction to Learning and Plasticity
Course description:Concepts, theories, and applications of classical and contemporary learning theories, including classical and operant conditioning. Current theories of the physiological and anatomical basis of learning and memory, including synaptic plasticity, the role of the hippocampus, amygdala, frontal cortex and other brain regions. Theories will be related to a practical understanding and applications such as drug addiction, phobias and other disorders.
Estimated TA support: 235 hours
Estimated course enrolment:188-198 students
Class schedule: Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m.
The delivery method for this course is currently in person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.
Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

Salary:
Sessional Lecturer I: $9,997.48
Sessional Lecturer I, Long Term: $10,699.22
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,699.22
Sessional Lecturer II - Long Term: $10,953.96
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,953.96
Sessional Lecturer III - Long Term: $11,228.90
*Please note that should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.

Minimum Qualifications: Completed PhD in Behavioural Neuroscience, Neuroscience, Psychology, or a closely related field, with demonstrated expertise in learning, memory, and neural plasticity in model systems. Demonstrated excellence in university-level teaching, including experience teaching courses related to learning, conditioning, memory, or behavioural neuroscience.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching undergraduate behavioural neuroscience or associative learning courses, particularly those focused on learning and memory and their biological bases. Experience teaching large introductory psychology courses at the University of Toronto St. George campus.

Description of duties:Lecturing; counselling students; setting final exam; invigilating and reporting final marks and; supervising course TAs.

Deadline to apply: November 13, 2026.

Closing Date: 11/13/2026, 11:59PM EDT

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