Stat 100-501 - Elementary Statistics for Applications - Saskatoon

University of Regina Careers; Saskatoon; Remote; CAD 6,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Regina is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for Stat 100-501 – Elementary Statistics for Applications in Saskatoon. The candidate will prepare outlines, deliver lectures, assign grades, and maintain student support throughout the winter term.

The role requires a MSc, strong communication and organizational skills, and recent post-secondary teaching experience. The position is based in Saskatoon with remote synchronous delivery and in-person expectations as scheduled by the university.

Qualifications

• Master of Science (MSc) required or related advanced degree.
• Superior written and verbal communications skills.
• Recent teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the course outline, design assignments, evaluate and grade student work, and submit grades by deadline.
• Deliver lectures in accordance with the course description and university guidelines.
• Provide regular student support during office hours, in class, and via email.
• Teach remotely via Zoom for synchronous lectures and ensure consistent communication with students.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Master of Science (MSc)

Job description

Stat 100-501 - Elementary Statistics for Applications - Saskatoon

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Details

Posting Summary Competition Number 20260786SS Position Title Stat 100-501 - Elementary Statistics for Applications - Saskatoon Faculty/Department Faculty of Science Unit Science-Mathematics & Statistics Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1

Position Summary

Stat 100-501 – Elementary Statistics for Applications
An introduction to statistical methods; descriptive statistics; the normal distribution; basic techniques of statistical inference; confidence intervals and hypothesis tests for population means and proportions; simple linear regression; and one-way analysis of variance.
The semester is from January 6, 2027 to April 28, 2027 with the final exam period running from April 15, 2027 to April 28, 2027.

Expectations for Sessional Lecturers include, but aren’t limited to, the following:

• Preparing the course outline, designing relevant assignments, evaluating and grading student work, and submitting student grades by the required deadline.
• Teaching course content that follows the course description, established learning objectives, and university academic guidelines.
• Delivering lectures throughout the term at the time, days, and location set by the University.
• Encouraging and maintaining a safe and collaborative classroom environment.
• Providing regular support to students on course work during office hours, in class, and through email.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Master of Science (MSc)

• Demonstrated related experience appropriate to the course content description as listed above;
• Superior communications skills (both written and verbal);
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Recent teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is considered an asset.

Instructor must be based in Saskatoon

Physical Demands

Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours

This course is offered on Mondays, 8:30 am – 11:15 am

The Sessional Lecturer is expected to teach remote via zoom (synchronous) for each of the lectures and provide regular weekly office hours for students.

Delivery method, days and times are subject to change.

Off-Campus Location is Saskatoon, SK.

Course Modality Remote - synchronous

Course Dates and Time January 6, 2027 to April 12, 2027 (Mondays - 8:30 am - 11:15 am)

Duration (if Term/Temporary) January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027 (Winter 2027)

Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted

Additional Information Contact Information

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Job Open Date 10/01/2026 Job Close Date 10/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Application Instructions

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

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Reference Letter

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Supplemental Questions

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Documents Required

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Teaching Dossier

Optional Documents