Sessional Lecturer – DTS200Y1F – Introduction to Diaspora and Transnational Studies

Job title:

Sessional Lecturer – DTS200Y1F – Introduction to Diaspora and Transnational Studies

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 02/13/2025
Req ID: 41642
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Centre for Diaspora & Transnational Stds
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course number and title: DTS200Y1F Introduction to Diaspora and Transnational StudiesCourse Description: This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to the study of diaspora, with particular attention to questions of history, globalization, cultural production, and the creative imagination. Material will be drawn from Toronto and diasporic communities in other times and places. The position is for the second half of the course.Estimated course enrolment: 50Estimated TA support: 65 hoursClass schedule: Mondays 10:00-12:00, Wednesdays 10:00-12:00, Fridays 10:00-12:00
*Please note, 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: May 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Delivery method: In-person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change.Salary: Pay for half course including 4% vacation paySessional Lecturer I: $9,457.90
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $9,930.79
Sessional Lecturer II: $10,121.77 Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,326.62
Sessional Lecturer III: $10,362.76
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $10,570.02Please note that should the 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 social sciences or humanities
• Background in areas related to diaspora and transnationalism, as well as ethnic and cultural studies, is required.
• Ability to teach online if public health issues require

Preferred qualifications:

• Expert knowledge of the subject area and demonstrated ability in university teaching.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Previous experience in teaching a similar course is preferred.

Description of duties:

• Design, preparation, and weekly delivery of course content
• Coordination of an undergraduate course
• Providing scheduled office hours and/or electronic communication for academic counselling of students
• Setting and marking assignments in collaboration with the TA
• Supervising the TA
• Submitting grades
• Dealing with student inquiries, appeals and petitions

Application instructions: Applicants must submit an updated curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching in the relevant area (including student evaluations, if available), and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: to Professor Ken MacDonald at ken.macdonald@utoronto.ca no later than the closing date of the job posting.Closing Date: 02/20/2025, 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. 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.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.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe 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 .

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Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:39:44 GMT

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