Sessional Lecturer- BIO331H5 S: Ecology of Communities

Search KeywordsMore Filter Options: Campus and Job CategoryLoading...CampusAllJob CategoryAllClearSelect How Often (in Days) To Receive An AlertSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Apply now »Sessional Lecturer- BIO331H5 S: Ecology of CommunitiesSessional Lecturer- BIO331H5 S: Ecology of CommunitiesThis course will cover the theoretical foundations of community ecology, including the role of species interactions and environment structure on patterns of diversity and implications of community ecology in conservation. It will provide practical experience working with tools used to analyze community structure. Discussion and evaluation of the primary literature is a key component of this course. Students will also complete written assignments.Prerequisites: BIO205H5 and (BIO259H5 or BIO360H5)Estimated course enrolment: 60Estimated TA support: 70 hoursClass schedule (tentative): Lecture Tuesday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM and Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM check timetable https://ttb.utoronto.ca/ for the most up to date and complete informationSessional dates of appointment: Jan 1, 2026 to Apr 30, 2026Salary (0.5 FCE) (In accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement):Effective September 1, 2025Sessional Lecturer I - $9,820.70Sessional Lecturer I Long Term - $10,510.04Sessional Lecturer II - $10,510.04Sessional Lecturer II Long Term - $10,760.28Sessional Lecturer III - $10,760.28Sessional Lecturer III Long Term - $11,030.36All pay rates are inclusive of vacation pay. Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in Biology or related field. The decision on hiring will be based on previous teaching experience in this course or other similar courses, academic qualifications, ability, and suitability for the position.Description of duties: Normal duties associated with teaching a university course, including preparation and delivery of course content, development, administration and marking of assignments, tests and exams, calculation and submission of grades, contact with students by regular office hours. Completion of all grades (may include make-up exams). This course will have in person lectures and practical sessions, and the position will include supervision of the day-to-day work of any Sessional Instructional Assistants or Teaching Assistants assigned to the course.Please email CUPE3902 Unit 3 application form and your CV in one single PDF file named with “last name, first name” only and with “Unit 3 Biology Sessional Lecturer 2025-26 ” in the subject line to linxiao.xiao@utoronto.ca by November 27, 2025.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 http://uoft.me/UP.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 uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.Job Segment: Scientific, EngineeringApply now »Find Similar JobsCUPE 3902 (Unit 3) Opportunities