Sessional Lecturers, Public Health

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Public Health at a leading university invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer for the 2025-2026 academic year. The role involves teaching essential public health courses with a focus on delivering knowledge about chronic disease epidemiology and health policy. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Public Health or an equivalent health sciences area, along with relevant teaching experience. This position will support up to 50 students per course in an engaging learning environment, with courses available online and on-campus.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Public Health or equivalent required.
• Previous teaching experience in public health is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Chronic Disease Epidemiology and Health Policy.
• Manage course delivery and student engagement based on outlined schedules.

Skills

Teaching experience

Epidemiology

Public Health Knowledge

Education

Ph.D. in Public Health

Degree in Health Sciences

Job description

Sessional Lecturers, Public Health

The School of Public Health invites applications for a Sessional Lecturer to teach the following courses during the following session(s):

2025-2026 Regular Session
Course Number, Section, and Name: PUBH 844.3 (01) (W01) Chronic Disease Epidemiology
Term and Course Dates: Term One (September to December)
CRN: 83458/89364
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered on/offline.
Course Schedule: Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Expected Enrollment Limit: 50
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Public Health (or equivalent Health Sciences area) and teaching experience; previous teaching experience in public health is an asset.

Course Number, Section, and Name: PUBH 867.3 Health Policy and Politics
Term and Course Dates: Term One (September to December)
CRN: 83133 & 83525
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered on/offline.
Course Schedule: Mondays 9:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Expected Enrollment Limit: 50
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Qualifications: A degree. in Public Health (or equivalent Health Sciences area) and teaching experience; previous teaching experience in public health is an asset.

2025-2026 Winter Session

Course Number, Section, and Name: PUBH 845.3 Clinical Epidemiology
Term and Course Dates: Term Two (January to April)
CRN: 29986
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered as an online lecture.
Course Schedule: TBD
Expected Enrollment Limit: 30
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Public Health (or equivalent Health Sciences area) and teaching experience; previous teaching experience in public health is an asset.

Course Number, Section, and Name: PUBH 852.3 Comparative Health Systems
Term and Course Dates: Term Two (January to April)
CRN: 31358 & 30736
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered on/offline.
Course Schedule: Mondays 9:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Expected Enrollment Limit: 30
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Public Health (or equivalent Health Sciences area) and teaching experience; previous teaching experience in public health is an asset.

Course Number, Section, and Name: PUBH 898.3 Pandemic Preparedness Response and Learning
Term and Course Dates: Term Two (January to April)
CRN: TBD
Delivery Mode: This course will be offered online.
Course Schedule: TBD
Expected Enrollment Limit: 30
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Public Health (or equivalent Health Sciences area) and teaching experience; previous teaching experience in public health is an asset.

A valid driver’s license is required for any off campus courses. Appointment periods include additional days in recognition of preparation and marking time required. Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment.

Application Process:
Complete the CUPE 3287 Employment Application Form, specify the position(s) for which you are applying, and send the application along with your curriculum vitae (if applicable) to [e-mail]

If you are currently employed by the University of Saskatchewan in a full-time non-teaching position, discuss your application with your people leader to ensure the appointment is suitable relative to your current position.

Department: School of Public Health
Status: Term
Employment Group: CUPE 3287
Academic Calendar: Course Dates and Academic Calendar
Stipend: CUPE 3287 Stipends
Posted Date: 6/25/2025
Closing Date: 7/8/2025
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location:On Campus

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